Aluminum composite panels (ACPs) when used judiciously in the design of modern residences can produce excellent aesthetics.

These panels are used as wall decorations in a wide variety of building environments. The simplicity of application and easy-to-install character are just two of the factors that have led to an increase in their use for cladding in recent times.

They have come to give a new character to walls or, sometimes even replace walls. The  cost of ACPs  too has come down considerably over the past couple of years, making them even more popular.

The panels have been found versatile especially when it comes to renovating buildings or giving a new and modern look to them.

The panels are produced by binding two sheets of aluminum with an intermediate layer. The result of the binding is “an extraordinary material with advantages of economy and versatility in application. In combination with glass, the panels can give a different look even to existing buildings.

ACPs come separately for interior and exterior applications and there is a cost difference between the two.The qualities that endear them to architects and interior decorators include their economy compared with veneer screen wall materials, durability, heat resistance and sound insulation possibilities. The worldwide demand for these panels has been on the rise. Their demand is projected to go up to 20 crore sq.m by next year from about one crore sq.m in 1992.