Advice on Tiles / Cladding ? Advice and information on tiling and fixing tiles to a variety of surfaces

[Sam80]

Hi,

Currently in the process of having an en-suite built. I have a choice of either tiling / cladding just the shower cubicle or cladding / tiling all the walls. I'm not too keen on tiling all walls, so i wondered if anyone has experience with the UPVC cladding and if it is as durable as the manufacturers say.
Also, i've noticed that a polyfoam cladding is available but it is nearly double the price of the UPVC. Again, has anyone had experience and any advice they are willing to share?

Regards

Sam

[marrtin]

New here so just seen your question.

I have installed upvc cladding in many bathrooms over the last 10 years. I have been back to a number of installations, and have mostly found that customers have been pleased with their choice.

Cladding really has only one drawback. It is easily damaged or scratched. I would never recommend it in a family situation - where there are young kids for example. It offers a barrier between cold walls and the humid air of a shower area. This practically eliminates mould growth.