Wall sizes
Measure height and width at more than one point, especially in older or altered rooms.
PROJECT PLANNING / GUIDE 03
A good cladding plan accounts for the surface behind the sheets, the position of every join and the way corners and edges will be finished. Work through those details before settling on quantities.
Begin with the site surveySTART ON SITE
Measure each wall separately. Note its height and width, then mark doors, windows, sockets, pipework and fixed equipment. Look for changes in level, exposed ends and places where the cladding will meet another material.
Inspect the substrate as well. A wall that is damp, loose, greasy or substantially uneven needs attention before a sheet layout can become a reliable installation plan. Record any areas that require preparation or further assessment.
THE SITE SURVEY
Measure height and width at more than one point, especially in older or altered rooms.
Mark doors, windows, outlets, pipes and other items that interrupt a sheet run.
Note loose finishes, uneven areas, moisture and anything that could affect bonding.
Identify internal and external corners, ceilings, floors and changes in material.
Consider handling space, other trades, occupied areas and when the wall will be ready.
DRAW THE ELEVATION
Sketch the wall as a flat elevation and divide it into proposed sheet positions. A simple drawing makes joints, narrow offcuts and awkward cuts easier to see before materials are ordered.
Compare the available sheet lengths with the measured height. Then look at the width of each section and the positions of openings. Where a join is needed, place it deliberately rather than letting it fall wherever the last sheet ends.
Review sheet thicknessesUse your own measurements for the actual layout. This graphic is a planning prompt, not a cutting plan.
FINISH THE PLAN
Sheets create the main surface. The details at their edges determine how the wall is finished and maintained.
Mark each planned join and check the appropriate joining method or profile for the selected sheet system.
Count internal and external corners separately. Consider the required finish and any exposed edges that need protection.
Identify where cladding ends at ceilings, floors, doors, windows and changes in wall finish.
Check the adhesive and sealant recommended for the chosen sheets, substrate and site conditions before calculating amounts.
BEFORE CALCULATING QUANTITIES
Total wall area is a useful first estimate, but it does not show whether an offcut can be reused or where a full-height sheet is needed. Count sheets from the proposed layout and allow for cuts, openings and any project-specific waste.
Count trims by type and measured run. Then check compatibility with the sheet thickness. Saniclad lists joining, edging and corner profiles for its PVC systems; the correct component depends on the exact product and detail.
See Saniclad’s white PVC profilesPRE-ORDER CHECK
CONTINUE THE GUIDE
PRODUCTS AND FITTING GUIDANCE
Check the current hygienic wall cladding range at Saniclad and consult its installation guidance for the system you choose.