The equipped wall

One of the latest and most popular furnishing solutions in contemporary homes is represented by the wall system, a solution that can be composed according to need thanks to its assimilable modules. This composition has the advantage of ensuring functionality and aesthetics, and of adapting well to the living room, the kitchen but also to the sleeping area or the home study. This type of structure guarantees the maintaining order and the optimization of space use thanks to its variable distribution depending on the characteristics of the environment, without weighing down the wall. In fact, in a single solution you can organize a bookcase corner, squares for TV or audio devices and even a section to arrange plates, glasses and valuable objects. Today on the market there are numerous solutions that, thanks to the modular units, adapt to the most varied needs. The vast choice of materials, colors and finishes guarantees the complete adaptability of the equipped wall to all environments.

Let's now see what they are useful tips to make an informed and optimal choice. 

The typological choice

One of the major advantages that you can benefit from by inserting a wall unit into your rooms is represented by the versatility of the solution and the variety of typologies that interest it. In fact, the furniture can be chosen in its compact form, with one or two columns of smaller dimensions, in its extended variant with a length of up to 2 m and finally in the extra large models, perfect for furnishing double living rooms and very generous spaces. The modules that make up the equipped walls can develop horizontally, with low furniture and shelves, or vertically with alternating columns and shelves, with the aim of making the most of the heights. The presence of practical hooks, arranged along the uprights of the structure, allows the movement of the elements that will characterize the equipped wall, thus ensuring variable heights. As for the overall depth, it can be equal to or greater than 60 cm, a measurement corresponding to that relating to each individual module. In addition to size and shape, this type of furniture can differ in style: it ranges from very modern solutions with inserts in high-tech materials and LED lights, to more classic models characterized by robust materials and shelves with regular geometries. If you love green inserts, metal structures fixed between the ceiling and the floor, with plants and flowers in the frames, will give vitality and freshness to the environment.

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Materials, colours and finishes

Once you have chosen the structural and compositional typology of the wall unit, you can analyze the materials, colors and finishes that best suit your style and needs. The first is the solid wood used for structures and shelves: resistant, workable and solid, it gives a classic look to the environment. Sometimes, wooden panels are covered with other materials in order to give a specific stylistic result. This is the case of lacquered or glossy surfaces, preferred by those who love the more modern style. Even the resin finish is very popular, thanks to its sober and elegant appearance and its opaque surfaces that, if treated, guarantee scratch resistance. Another material used for the composition of the equipped wall is represented by metal that characterizes the upright structures accompanied by shelves and shelves in other materials. However, there is a growing demand for solutions composed entirely of metal elements: these are light but resistant models, in steel and aluminum. The advantage is that of having a very minimal furniture at first sight but equally capable of supporting considerable weights such as those of books and furnishings.
Finally, a material used in the construction of doors and shelves is tempered glass; subjected to appropriate processing to be safe in case of breakage, it can be chosen with different finishes. They range from lacquered panels to satin ones, up to mirrors.

With regard to the chromatic choice, the range of modules that form the furnishing solutions is varied: neutral shades adapt to any environment, the deeper colors of midnight blue and forest green give a rigorous look, while the bright tones of yellow and brick increase the light. If you want to opt for a sober solution with soft colors, but want to give a touch of color to the whole, it will be easy to do so by painting the back wall with shades suitable for the house and the mood of those who live there! 

The plasterboard wall unit

For the production of a custom-made wall unit, the best solution is represented by the use of plasterboard. In fact, it is a low-cost material, very easy to assemble and also resistant over time. Furthermore, two of the aspects that distinguish it are its versatility and the multitude of types of furniture that can be obtained from its processing. They range from the most classic solutions with identical panels placed at the same height, to the most modern ones with unexpected shapes and silhouettes. For all those who dream, within their spaces, of a creative solution that is measured according to their desires, the plasterboard wall unit is the perfect choice.

The most requested is the plasterboard wall unit with fireplace and TV, designed to accommodate different uses, is very suitable for the living room where you spend most of your free time. Unlike in the past, modern fireplaces do not require a chimney because the most innovative bio-fireplace models can be conveniently inserted into the section provided in the wall. In this way, it will be possible to easily recreate a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Sometimes the modules can be closed with doors and sliding panels and in this way you will obtain a tidy wall equipped with a fireplace as an added value. Last but not least, plasterboard is a very easy material to work with and the panels are mounted quickly and dry, minimizing costs and ensuring simple maintenance. The composition can also be modified according to needs, thanks to the possibility of dismantling and reassembling the modules.

The wall unit with illuminated compartments

The most contemporary fitted walls include the insertion of lighting fixtures inside shelves, racks and drawers. These are recessed spotlights or low-energy LED strips that allow you to adjust the intensity and color of the light. In some cases, the lighting is designed and inserted in order to guarantee a good level of visual comfort, as in the case of backlighting devices placed behind the television.

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