Design flexibility for different homes

Residential interiors aren’t one-size-fits-all. Different developments, properties and residents call for different aesthetics, which is why Fibo offers a broad choice of colours, patterns, textures and tile-effect designs.

For projects seeking the familiar appearance of tiles, Fibo’s tile-effect collections create the look without conventional grout lines. Other collections include marble, wood, concrete and contemporary finishes, providing flexibility to complement a wide range of residential interior schemes.

Across multi-residential and build-to-rent developments, this breadth of choice also provides opportunities to create different looks while retaining the benefits of the same underlying wall panel system.

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Made for everyday residential use

Bathrooms are among the hardest-working spaces in any home. In rented and multi-residential properties especially, finishes need to cope with frequent use while remaining easy to clean, maintain and refresh between occupancies.

Fibo wall panels combine a high-pressure laminate surface with a multi-layer plywood core to create a robust wall finish for bathrooms, shower areas and other wet environments.

When correctly fitted and sealed in accordance with Fibo’s installation instructions, the complete Fibo system creates a waterproof wall solution designed for everyday use.

For developers, landlords and property managers, that combination of durability and waterproof performance can support the long-term requirements of residential bathrooms across both individual properties and larger portfolios.

Easier cleaning and ongoing maintenance

The initial installation is only one part of the lifecycle of a residential bathroom. How easily surfaces can be cleaned and maintained over the years that follow is equally important.

Fibo provides a smooth, grout-free wall surface that is straightforward to clean and maintain. Unlike conventional tiled surfaces, there are no grout lines where dirt and moisture can accumulate, helping to reduce the areas that require regular attention and can become susceptible to mould or discolouration over time.

The non-porous surface can simply be wiped clean as part of routine bathroom maintenance, supporting a more hygienic environment without the need to scrub or periodically refresh grout. This can be particularly valuable in rented and multi-residential properties, where bathrooms experience frequent use and ease of ongoing maintenance is an important consideration.

This can be particularly valuable across build-to-rent, HMOs and other multi-residential developments, where bathrooms need to remain presentable and practical through frequent everyday use and changes in occupancy.

The result is a low-maintenance waterproof wall panel system designed with both the finished bathroom and its ongoing upkeep in mind.

Support more efficient installation programmes

Programme efficiency becomes increasingly important when the same bathroom installation needs to be repeated across multiple homes or apartments.

Fibo’s large, full-height panels cover wall areas quickly and connect using the patented Aqualock tongue-and-groove system. With no conventional tile grouting and fewer installation stages, Fibo can support faster and more streamlined bathroom fit-outs.

Depending on the application and condition of the substrate, panels can also be installed over suitable existing walls or tiles, providing additional flexibility for residential refurbishment programmes.

For larger developments, this can help project teams establish a repeatable installation approach across multiple units while maintaining a consistent finished appearance.

Consistency at the core

Whether delivering ten bathrooms or hundreds, consistency in products, installation and finished quality is important.

Fibo provides a complete wall panel system incorporating panels, profiles, adhesives, sealants and dedicated accessories. Using compatible components alongside clear installation guidance supports a standardised approach from one bathroom to the next.

For housing developments and build-to-rent projects, this provides a wall system that can be repeated across multiple properties while allowing different décors to be selected to suit the design requirements of individual schemes.

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Fibo in residential development

The benefits of consistency, durability and straightforward maintenance can be particularly valuable when multiple bathrooms are being delivered within the same residential project.

Multi-residential | SJC Property Developments

For the development of a six-bedroom HMO, SJC Property Developments selected Fibo wall panels for multiple bathroom spaces within the property, providing a practical example of how the system can be used across a multi-residential scheme.

Read the SJC Property Developments case study.