When we saw architects using 4 x 8 sheets of birch plywood for contemporary interior and exterior wall coverings, it gave us the idea for REN, an affordable, easy-to-install birch wall covering. It gives you the latest luxury look with minimal effort.
Why find an alternative to 4 x 8 plywood sheets?
Photograph: Félix Michaud – Rеsidence GRAND-PIC Austin town, Eastern Townships, Canada – ARCHI TONIC
There are several downsides to using 4 x 8 sheets of Baltic birch:
- Hard to install
- Technically challenging to attach to the wall
- Visible nails
- Unattractive, repetitive joints
Why choose REN?
REN wall covering was specifically designed to address the downsides of plywood sheets. The result:
- Much easier to handle and install than 4 x 8 sheets
- Tongue-and-groove construction makes for easy assembly
- Nailing line shows you exactly where to put your nails
- Nails are concealed by the tongue-and-groove system—they’re completely hidden once the panels are installed
- REN wall covering is reversible, and can be installed with 3/8″ spacing for a shiplap look or on curved walls.
8031 | RĒN REVERSIBLE WAINSCOT
Russian Birch
3/8″ x 6-1/2″
REN: Two trends in a single wall covering
Texture
This year it’s all about texture, which means REN wall panels are right on trend. Those big, white, minimalist walls are giving way to shiplap—a word that’s become commonplace among interior design fans. This updated take on wood panelling is really having a moment and with REN birch plywood panels, it’s easy to do.
Blond wood
Blond wood is a popular look these days. It brightens and lightens any interior—much more so than dark wood. But that’s not all! Blond wood is versatile, with an authentic feel that instantly adds coziness and warmth to any room or style. You can use it with everything from light terrazzo to black and white steel to other wood hues and natural fibres like linen and wicker.