The three-dimensional VIRE panel was on display at the Housing Fair in the form of large wall pins. Made of real wood, VIRE is a durable interior panel designed by Ristomatti Ratia that can be used as a ceiling panel or wall panel. VIRE has a concealed fixing form, so that the nail heads are not visible on the finished wood surface.

Interfaces in the kitchen and utility room

The VIRE panel is pre-treated, making its surface dirt-repellent. However, the surface treatment of the panel is not resistant to direct contact with water. If the VIRE panel is to be used, for example, as a partition in a kitchen, it is recommended that glass is installed on top of the panel. Glass protects the panel from dirt and water splashes.

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The VIRE panel can be installed horizontally, as in the utility room above. In the TEK lounge in Tampere, the panel has been installed vertically in the kitchen area to emphasise the height of the space. Note that the lights can be used to accentuate the three-dimensional shape of the panel.

Use of the VIRE panel as an effect wall

The white VIRE panel brings vibrancy to flat, white wall surfaces, without breaking the overall white look. VIRE is also available in a custom finish to your own colour on special order. This allows us to take into account any special requirements of the space in terms of surface treatment. Of the shades available for storage, only Hearing Sand is splash-proof. Other shades should only be used in dry indoor areas.

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The VIRE panel is also beautiful in a natural wood tone. For example, in cooling areas, soft wood reduces echo and helps to create a pleasant acoustic environment. Wood also adds a soft cosiness to tiles and other hard materials.

Ceiling panelling with Vire panel

In addition to walls, Vire panels are also ideal as a surface material for ceilings. Remember to install Vire panels HOW? Urospont in the viewing direction, if the other way round the panel may peel. more visible on pitched roofs.

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The Vire panel made of ash and finished in white has been used as a natural wall material in high spaces and as a roofing material in low spaces. When panelling ceilings, it is important to remember that the male point of the panel should be oriented in the direction of the view. This is particularly important for high pitched roofs. This will result in a beautiful, uniform wooden surface.

Innovative installations

Of course, the Vire panel can be installed in other ways than horizontally or vertically. Studio Palinperä designed an innovative way to install the Vire panel diagonally. The panels are aligned diagonally towards each other, creating an interesting three-dimensional effect on the wall, which is emphasised by the shape of the Vire panel in a turquoise-green shade (Tikkurila Symphony L367).

Read more about the Vire panel on our website. You can also contact our sales team if you have any ideas for your own Vire panel.