Shower panels

[bathtub tom]

The tiles in my shower (installed 4 years ago) have 'blown'. A plumber's suggested removing the tiles and installing panels, in particular a product from perform panel.
Any comments on panels over tiles and in particular this company?

 

[Baths'N'Gas]

I use the panels from perform and multi panel all the time, never had a problem with them, I prefer the panels in the shower/bath areas as it moves the job on quicker and they are easier to clean

 

[Madrab]

Wet wall or tiles is really a personal preference IMO, though it is easier and quicker to install.

I hate the stuff though, it just doesn't feel right, feels and looks cheap to me and the finish is so 'manufactured' if that makes sense - fitted it a few times and always go back to tiles.

To me is like the difference between analogue and digital for any of the audiophiles out there lol Analogue all day long for me.

 

[aveatry]

I like the idea of them (panels) after all, grout is not waterproof and mould loves it.

 

[Madrab]

grout is not waterproof and mould loves it

Have to disagree - It is if a waterproof anti mould grout is used, properly applied and then sealed correctly for anything unglazed/porcelain. Trouble is some tilers don't have a clue or don't care and customers don't ensure that it's done properly.

 

[aveatry]

Have to disagree - It is if a waterproof anti mould grout is used, properly applied and then sealed correctly for anything unglazed/porcelain. Trouble is some tilers don't have a clue or don't care and customers don't ensure that it's done properly.

Must admit I dont have any mould and I did use waterproof anti mould grout and then I sealed it. But the panels can be fitted without all the faff tanking prep ( can't they ? )