Frequently Asked Questions

  1. It this real stone?

    TOTAL PANELS are manufactured stone panels with real stone used on the face, giving real stone texture and colour.

  2. What are TOTAL PANELS made of?

    TOTAL PANELS are made of polyester resin, fibre glass and real stone powder, making them extremely lightweight and durable.

  3. Which is the standard size of TOTAL PANELS?

    The standard size of TOTAL PANELS is approximately 3.70 m2 (39.83 sq. ft) .
    Width 2.85m x 1.30m height. (9.35 ft x 4.27 ft).
    That's the size we manufacture nearly all our panels. TOTAL PANELS can be cut down to any size very easily.

  4. How much do TOTAL PANELS weigh?

    WEIGHT: 5-6 kg/sq. meter .(1-2 Lbs/sq. ft)

  5. Which is the thickness of TOTAL PANELS?

    THICKNESS: Approx. 1 cm (3/16" and contours vary from ¼" to 2")

  6. How many stone styles, textures and colours are available?

    TOTAL panels currently has over 60 styles, textures and colours available with further styles being developed. Please contact us for our latest product catalogue.

  7. Will TOTAL PANELS fade?

    No. The exposed face of TOTAL PANELS is natural stone, giving it natural colour and texture. Existing applications have shown no change in colour after years of weathering in various climatic conditions.

  8. How long will TOTAL PANELS last?

    TOTAL PANELS are manufactured from the same materials as fibreglass boats, planes and cars. They show no breakdown after decades of exposure to elements such as snow, sun and salt water.

  9. Are TOTAL PANELS flexible?

    Yes. TOTAL PANELS are flexible and you can create with them vaults, domes, round corners and anything you can imagine!

  10. Can TOTAL PANELS be affected by humidity?

    Moisture can not go through because TOTAL PANELS have no pores.

  11. Can TOTAL PANELS be affected by graffiti?

    You should apply an anti-graffiti formula on the panels you think will be subject to graffiti.

  12. Can TOTAL PANELS be varnished?

    Yes, and can also paint them to change the colour. You should use the proper paint for polyester resin.

  13. Can TOTAL PANELS be used around fireplace inserts?

    Yes. TOTAL PANELS can be used around gas/electric and wood-burning inserts.
    TOTAL PANELS are fire retardant and are also available in class 0.
    Always refer to the manufacturer's installation and local building codes.

  14. Can TOTAL PANELS be used on both interior and exterior applications?

    Yes. TOTAL PANELS consist of materials that do not breakdown in an outdoor environment, making them suitable for both interior and exterior applications.

  15. What maintenance is required?

    TOTAL PANELS products are virtually maintenance free. Occasional washing to remove dust and dirt build-up is all that is required.

  16. Can TOTAL PANELS product be cut?

    Yes. TOTAL PANELS products are easily cut using a grinder with diamond tipped blade or reciprocating saw . Always use appropriate breathing apparatus.

  17. How are TOTAL PANELS applied to wall and ceiling surface?

    Major benefits of the TOTAL PANELS are their light weight. All that is needed to fix the panels to walls or ceilings are appropriate breathing screws.

  18. What kind of surface is needed to install TOTAL PANELS?

    TOTAL PANELS can be applied over any structurally sound surface such as wood, drywall, stone, brick, metal, etc.

  19. How are TOTAL PANELS seams covered up?

    TOTAL PANELS system uses an epoxy-based putty called "mastic" to cover all seams and screws. Mastic is textured and shaped to conceal all seams, making TOTAL PANELS a seamless product.

  20. How do I install TOTAL PANELS?

    Installation is very easy and quick.
    First you should measure the surface to cover.
    Cut the panels the size needed.
    Panels have to be screwed in the wall. Put the panels together, leaving a small space to create a perfect joint.
    Use 20-25 screws per panel.
    Next cover the joints with some MASTIC (mixed with Accelerator to dry faster).
    Once the mastic is dry, paint the joints with the provided MASTIC COLOUR PAINT composed by natural stone powder.

  21. How should I store the panels?

    Panels should be stored in horizontal position in order to avoid deformations.

  22. How long will an average job take to complete?

    TOTAL PANELS allow for quick installation. Anywhere from 100 to 1000 sq.ft. can be installed in a day's work.

  23. How does TOTAL PANELS compare in cost with natural stone?

    TOTAL PANELS installed cost is usually much lower than the installed cost of natural stone .
    TOTAL PANELS require no footings, foundations, permit or preparation. This allows for quick cost-effective installation.

  24. How does TOTAL PANELS compare to other manufacture stone products?

    TOTAL PANELS revolutionary production techniques allows for quick and clean installation. No mortar, scratch coast, wire lathes or prior preparation is required. Many jobs can be completed in one day.

  25. Advantages from real stone.

     

    • Installation is very easy and quick.
    • No problem with limitations of weight. For example in apartments you are not allowed to build the stone wall that may weight tons! Panels are much lighter and the final result is awesome.
    • Minimum space taken from the space installed.
    • No planning permission required.
    • No need for stone tradesmen.
    • You can remove them easier than real stone.
    • You can install outlet boxes without any problems and remove them. If you remove one you just have to rebuild the panel with mastic and colour.
    • You can have wires behind the panels without a problem, so you can install a new TV set or a new telephone in a room.

       

  26. What is the lead time?

    Lead time is 21 days from confirmation of P.O. and payment in full.

  27. Packaging

    Our products are suitably packed in containers. Panels lay on pallets. The number of panels on each pallet is different depending on the texture/relief/volume of each pattern.

  28. Trade price?

    The trade price minimum order full pallet.