Wall cladding element made of fine material with integrated technical openings

Abstract

Wall cladding element consisting of at least one porcelain stoneware panel with factory-made openings for the integration of technical components, in particular sockets, light switches, service hatches or LED lights.

Description

Technical field

[0001] The invention relates to the field of interior design and kitchen or bathroom design, in particular prefabricated wall cladding elements made of porcelain stoneware with technical openings for sockets, cables or installations. State of the art

[0002] In conventional wall coverings made of tiles or ceramics, openings for technical components such as sockets or fittings are cut out on-site by the tradesperson, which is time-consuming and prone to errors. A prefabricated, custom-made solution with factory-integrated technical openings is currently rare or only available as a special order. Description of the invention

[0003] The wall cladding according to the invention consists of one or more porcelain stoneware panels which are provided with precise openings at the factory using CNC or waterjet technology. These openings are provided for sockets, light switches, toilet cistern access points, service hatches or LED lights.

[0004] The panels are miter-cut and can be combined with carrier plates upon request, for example, for easy installation or to integrate additional functions (e.g., sound or heat insulation). The back can be equipped with a pre-mounted bracket or a plug-in system.

[0005] Optionally, the panel can be supplied pre-wired or silicone-coated, so that on-site only the socket needs to be inserted or a technical cover attached. The design is completely seamless and flush with the surface. - Time savings and error prevention through factory openings - Seamless design, compatible with the JOLLYCORE system - Miter cut for flush corner solutions - Compatibility with sockets, light modules, toilet cisterns, etc. - Modularly usable for kitchen backsplashes, WC partition walls or technical niches

Claims

[1] Wall cladding element consisting of at least one porcelain stoneware panel with factory-made openings for the integration of technical components, in particular sockets, light switches, service hatches or LED lights. [2] Wall cladding element according to claim 1, wherein the openings are introduced into the ceramic material using CNC or water jet technology. [3] Wall cladding element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the panel is provided with a miter cut on at least one edge, in particular for flush connection with adjacent elements. [4] Wall cladding element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein a support structure made of cementitious, mineral or lightweight material is attached to the back of the panel, which serves to stabilize and, if necessary, accommodate fastening elements. [5] Wall cladding element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein pre-assembled brackets, plug-in systems or silicone seals are provided to enable tool-free or simplified assembly of the technical components. [6] Wall cladding element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the element can be combined modularly with other wall, floor or furniture elements, in particular within the framework of the JOLLYCORE system. [7] Wall cladding element according to one of the preceding claims, wherein additionally prepared cable guides, LED channels or acoustically effective layers are integrated.