Walls

Paint Finishes

Gloss

Reflective finish, used in high traffic areas, such as doors, skirting & half height wall paint along hallways & stairs.

Satin

Satin is less reflective than gloss but presents a slight sheen to the surface of the painted area.

Higher sheen paints are formulated with less pigment and more binders—resins that make paint more flexible, tough, and hard-wearing. This is why satin paint is more resistant to dents, divots, scuffs, scratches, and stains, and more durable on the whole

Eggshell

Eggshell has a slightly more Matte appearance, mimicking the slight glow of an eggshell.

Although satin can fend off scratches, dents, and scuffs better than eggshell, if your painting surface already has these marks, eggshell will conceal them better, That’s because the lower reflectivity dulls the appearance of damages, making the surface look even and flawless.

Matte

Matte Paint is generally used in low- traffic areas like bedroom & living room walls. Its non reflective surface makes a room feel cosier and

Lime Washed

Lime wash paint has more of a decorative purpose. Its mainly used for a more relaxed purposefully unfinished appearance, adding subtle texture to a room to add additional interest. Lime wash paint is less viscous than ordinary paint, leaving subtle brush strokes behind as it dries.

Dry Brushed

Dry brushed effect is mainly used on furnishings for an antique/ vintage feel, however it can be applied to walls as a rustic design feature.

Dry brushing has inconsistent markings, some areas can be fully painted and others can be left patchy and rough.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is considered a more eco friendly alternative to paint due to less toxic materials. Like panelling its used to bring interest to a space, and is used mainly as a decorative finish.

Embossed Wallpaper

Patterned wallpaper with a 3D embossed texture - Mainly used in period/properties.

Foiled Wallpaper

Foiled wallpaper has a reflective, metallic quality to its surface. The wallpaper may have a completely foiled surface or it may only be foiled in particular sections of the print. Close up references can help when identifying what areas are foiled.

Printed Wallpaper

Most commonly used wallpaper, where a pattern is printed onto the paper directly. Flat and smooth can come in matt or satin finishes, this will be specified on the SB product link.

Mural Wallpaper

Mural wallpaper is used to convey a textured wall or to place a whole image across the wall.

Mural wallpaper has a unique printed pattern on each roll, and can we lined up to reproduce a full texture or pattern.

Patterns don't tend to repeat on every roll.

Flocked Wallpaper

Flocked wall paper has a raised geometry applied to the pattern, with an additional velvet texture for a luxurious feel.

Vinyl Wallpaper

Vinyl wallpaper has become increasingly popular due to its durability. The thicker the vinyl coating layer is, the more durable the wallpaper will be. Vinyl paper can be used in kitchens and bathrooms, as it can of withstanding steam.

Vinyl Wallpaper should have a subtle sheen to its surface to represent the vinyl coating.

Wall Panelling Intro

Wall panelling is used to introduce character and interest within a room without compromising on space. Its an easy way to make a space feel cosy and timeless, and seems to be a lasting trend within interiors. The type of panelling used within a space can effect the overall style of the space; Panelling that has simple linear geometry is perfectly suited for contemporary spaces, whereas panelling that has lots of finer details might create more of a traditional overall appearance.

General Rules

If wood Grain is visible, it should run along the longest edge of the panel/beading
Junctions where panels meet are very slight and shouldn't gape - they should hardly be noticeable
Wood Grain only appears on solid wood pieces, such as beading, dowel or solid wood panels
Panels made with MDF will not have Wood grain as MDF is a smooth manufactured fibreboard

Contemporary Wall Panelling

Acoustic Wood Panelling

Visible Wood Grain (MDF)

Abstract Linear Panelling

No Wood Grain (MDF)

Peg Rail Panelling

No wood Grain (MDF)

Dowelled Panelling

Very Slight Wood Grain

Ribbed Panelling

No wood Grain (MDF)

Square Shaker

No Wood Grain (MDF)

Traditional Wall Panelling

Shaker Panelling

No Wood Grain (MDF)

Full Height Fielded Panelling

Slight Wood Grain Visible on Beading

Tongue & Groove Panelling

Expensive = Wood Grain Running vertically
Inexpensive = No Wood Grain

Jacobean-Style Grid

No Wood Grain (MDF)

Wood Finish Panelling

Wood Grain Visible

Dado Height Panels

No Wood Grain
Wood Grain Visible on Beading

Half Height Fielded Panelling

MDF panels so no Wood Grain
Wood grain on beading detail

Bespoke Panelling Designs

Ornate Wallpaper Panelling

A combination of wood panelling and painted, embossed wallpaper, for a highly detailed ornate appearance.

Gold Painted Beading

Contemporary Geometric Panelling

Panelling Stairs

Panelling Components

Cap (Dado Rail)
Rail
Stile Stair Panel
Stair Stringer

Installation

A dado rail is applied to the wall between 1 meter and 1.2 meter above the stairs, this then determines the height of the panelling.

Horizontal sections (Rails) are long whole panels that are applied first, so there shouldn't be any cuts within the wood.

The smaller vertical sections (Stiles) are then cut to size and fit in between the rails, at evenly measured distances. This creates an even and neat appearance.

PLEASE NOTE: In some instances (e.g Square Panelling) Stiles are applied in tall pieces first and horizontal rails can be cut to size.

Key points

a whole panel starts where the first tread begins
panels are even to one another in width height and depth
the sides of each panel line up with a tread edge
the last panel positioned at the top can continue with a flat rail edge (level with the floor) to finish the panelled section.

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Panelling continues around the wall at dado height

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Wall Panel Junctions

Simple Shaker/ Square Panel Junctions

Unlike the stair panelling, the vertical panels on walls tend to be full height pieces, and horizontal pieces are cut to size.

The junction lines appear vertically, where the short sides of the horizontal panels meet the tall sides of the vertical panels.

Gaps are only very slight, and are hardly noticeable but add subtle realism to a set.

Fielded beading Junctions

The beading on Fielded panelled walls have slightly different Junctions, where each beading is cut at a 45 degree angle at each end, in order to seamlessly connect at a 90 degree right angle.

Acoustic Wall Coverings

Acoustic wall coverings are applied to generally busier areas such as commercial spaces like offices and shared spaces with high traffic, to control noise levels . They are installed in tiled sections and generally have folded, bumpy or ribbed geometries in order to absorb sound waves. They tend to be made from sound absorbing materials with textured surfaces such as felt, cork or foam. Size, arrangements and material information will be specified by a stylist on the style board with a link to the product.

Concrete walls

Concrete walls are a way of reinforcing an industrialised look to a space. Solid concrete walls are firstly poured into blocks and are then installed as large reinforced panels leaving behind join marks where the slabs meet. Some walls can be rendered with concrete to create a slightly more seamless look whilst still maintaining the textured concrete appearance.

Brick Walls

Brick Wall Basics

Older bricks

uneven surface
imperfections
varied colours
Smoothed (eroded) edges
Running bond, Flemish or English Cross arrangements.
uneven mortor

Contemporary Bricks

Straighter bricks with defined edges.
Running or Stack bond arrangements for a neater look.
Well motored

Important:

Brick walls are very specific and varied so they may need additional references from whats on the style board. Always follow references presented on the style board or ask the stylist for additional direction.

Brick Arrangements

Running Bond

Stack Bond

Flemish

English Cross

Brick Wall Junctions

Outer Corner Junction (brick edge)

Intertwined Outer Corner

Inner Corner Junction (motored edge from top to bottom)

Arch Detailing

Unfinished Arch Detail

Restored Arch Detail

Reinforced Arch Detail

Brick Columns

Running Bond, Square Edge

Running Bond, Curved Edge

Stack Bond, Square Edge

Window/Door Internal Junctions

General Points

The window ledge is generally a brick in width unless the window is sunken between two columns.
Bricks along the top of the window point vertically and follow the shape of the window.
This means the bricks can follow in a slight arch around the window frame until the bricks are horizontal.
If the window is viewed from an angle, a single row of external bricks can be seen on the other side of the glass. This may be slightly thicker in more contemporary commercial builds.
Some windows can be lined with a glazed brick to further define a feature window & increase durability.

Window/Door External Junctions

General Points

A running bond arrangement continues around the bricked lip of a wall towards the window or door.
A stacked bond arrangement uses the depth of the brick to determine how far the wall sits beyond the window.
Residential walls tend to sit tightly to the window/door (usually a brick in length)
Commercial builds might have a deeper wall so the brick may continue further (3-4 bricks in length)

Kitchen Cabinets to Wall Junction

Up-stand or sealant

Where kitchen units meet the wall, either sealant or an up stand can be applied. Sealant is a waterproof rubbery substance and effectively seals the small gap between the wall and the kitchen units to protect the wall from water damage.

An up stand is a continuation of the worktop material and is mainly used to protect un-tiled walls. It is a slightly more robust method but sealant will still need to be used between the upstand and an uneven wall finish such as brick and tiles to seal any gaps.

Fitted Furniture

Caulking & End Panel

An end panel is applied to the end of the fitted furniture, and is sealed with a thin line of caulking. Caulk has a matt finish so it can be painted over to create a seamless look.

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