There are many ways to style water-resistant panels, whether you’re transforming a bathroom entirely or enhancing its existing look. Their natural aesthetic and range of colours make them versatile enough to blend seamlessly into bathrooms of different styles, from modern to rustic.

How to Style Water-Resistant Slat Panels

Styling water-resistant slat panels starts with choosing a colour that captures the look you want to create. If you’re pairing them with a monochromatic marble bathroom, opt for a darker wood tone to bring out the deeper veining in the pattern. For a more bohemian, nature-inspired look, choose a lighter, more natural wood tone.

DIY influencer Laura Hall chose Natural Oak water-resistant panels to “jazz up” her pink bathroom, replacing the black mirror with a red-and-white checkerboard style and adding an abundance of faux plants to complement the fun, colourful aesthetic of the rest of the room.

Before:

“My bathroom was always a luxurious space, but this has really made it feel like a hotel spa, and I couldn’t be more pleased,” she explains.

After:

Natural Oak Water Resistant Slat Wall Panel

Where to Install Water-Resistant Panels

Easy to style and install, these panels can be fitted onto different walls to create entirely different looks, such as:

Across an entire wall for a Scandi-inspired, spa-like finish.

French Oak Water Resistant Slat Wall Panel

A pop of instant 3D texture behind a wash basin that enhances a modern bathroom.

To cover a plain wall in a kitchen that feels lacklustre.

How to Install Water-Resistant Panels

Installing slat panels is DIY-friendly and can be done in just a few simple steps:

1. Measure and cut
Mark your measurements on the back of the panel, and cut along the line using a fine-tooth hand saw or an electric jigsaw.

2. Apply adhesive
Use a high-quality, solvent-free adhesive, such as Pink Grip Adhesive, and apply it to the back of the panel in straight strips from top to bottom, spaced around 5 cm apart.

3. Fix the first panel
Press the first panel firmly onto the wall, and use a spirit level to ensure it is straight.

4. Continue installing
Add the next panel, making sure there are no gaps between each one and checking alignment as you go. Press each panel firmly into place.

After the unwavering popularity of slat panels, we predict that water-resistant panels will start to make their mark in bathroom interiors. Thanks to their versatility, these panels are suitable for a range of projects and visions, and can blend seamlessly into bathrooms of any style.

Feeling inspired? Browse our collection of water-resistant slat panels to find the perfect colour for your project.