Say hello to the Acupanel® Hydro in Walnut — our iconic slat wall panel, reimagined for the spaces where style meets steam.
Bathrooms, shower enclosures, wet rooms, kitchen splashbacks — these are the rooms that deserve beautiful panelling just as much as any other in your home, but until now, traditional wood slat panels simply weren't up to the job. The Acupanel® Hydro range changes that. Built around the same slat profile that has made our panels one of the most sought-after wall finishes in interior design, the Hydro takes that formula and makes it water-ready.
Each panel features a polystyrene (PS) core wrapped in a clear coat PVC layer, creating a surface that shrugs off splashes, steam, and humidity without breaking a sweat. That PVC coating also makes cleaning genuinely effortless — a quick wipe is all it takes to keep your panels looking as fresh as the day they went up.
Despite their robust construction, Hydro panels are remarkably lightweight, making them easy to carry, cut, and position — even when working in the confines of a shower enclosure. Installation is handled via a tongue and groove system — panels click neatly together for a seamless, professional finish. For the cleanest look, panels should be fixed using a grab adhesive only; avoid screws, which would detract from the seamless finish. Sealant should be applied along the tongue and groove edge to close the small gap between panels, preventing water and moisture from getting behind the installation.
The walnut colour features a printed wood grain effect that delivers real depth and warmth — giving you the authentic look of timber without any of the upkeep.
To complete the installation properly, we also offer a dedicated WVH® Waterproof Adhesive and Sealant, an all-in-one solution designed specifically to work alongside these panels. Available in black and white
