The renaissance of wooden palillería: A decorative art on the rise
In recent years, we have witnessed the resurgence of a highly decorative joinery technique: wooden palillery This is the name given to the cladding of wooden slats, whether curved or angular, placed together vertically, to covering walls, furniture fronts, ceilings, etc The result is a natural arrangement of space, with a sensation of more height, thanks to the aligned slats. At the same time, create a dynamism on the surfaces, which is not possible with smooth wood panelling. Let's see some examples.
curved designs
With the wooden toothpicks can be easily worked course designs, that bring great dynamism to interior design. This can also be created with wood veneer, but with paillería the result is a accordion effect much more interesting.
It is possible to find palillería in different types of wood: oak –the hardest-, pine –cheapest and lightest–, walnut, ash and maple; tropical or heat-treated varieties perfect for outdoors; made of bamboo -an ecological and sustainable material-, and derivatives of wood such as MDF -more stable than solid wood and cheaper, mass-dyed or subsequently lacquered.
The warm touch of wood
In modern offices there is a large presence of stone, porcelain and sintered materials, very correct options for work environments, thanks to its hardness, impermeability and zero electrostatic transmission. However, its extensive use can create cold and soulless environments. Hence, it is very wise to introduce wooden elements, which soften the effect of the stone and create warmer environments. He too polished cement and microcement They are materials widely used in office flooring, so the use of wood is recommended, to subtract that somewhat cold minimalist touch. The palillería, in addition, contributes a point craft very interesting, which enriches the interior design project.
Palillery of synthetic materials
Wood is not always used to make these decorative elements. We can find panels that simulate the appearance of wood, made of high density polyethylene; a very resistant material, ideal for transit sites such as hotels, restaurants, shops, offices, corridors, children's rooms, etc. They can also be placed on humid areas, such as bathrooms, kitchens and outdoors, and are very easy to clean.
In addition, they absorb 25% of the sound of a conversation and stabilize the temperature of the space where they are placed. That is, apart from aesthetics, they solve problems on site without work (dry work).
Installation and formats
The wooden palillería can be found in different formats: slats individual ones that can be placed at the desired distance and orientation; friezes, which are installed by a tongue and groove system, and flexible woods, that thanks to its cellulose back that adapts to flat and curved surfaces just like a paper or a textile coating. In addition, they can be found in different designs –zigzag, half round, concave, convex tube…– and in various woods –oak, ash, beech…–, even in a DM that is then lacquered à la carte or left raw for the client to finish.
As to its installation, It logically depends on the material and the format. They can be cut and placed in situ, one by one, which takes a Carpentry work more laborious and precise. The friezes and the individual battens are placed with a small batten. For their part, the synthetic panels They are quickly and easily installed with adhesives. The only requirement is that the wall is clean and dry.
Finishes and contrasts
Like any main element in an interior design project, the finishing of the wooden palillería It must be consistent with the furniture and other carpentry elements, such as doors, baseboards or windows. The dark finishes, for example, from Walnut (image above), they should be combined with light upholstery and coverings, otherwise the result is visually heavy, darkening the space and making it smaller.
For its part, light and soft woods (such as pine or maple) admit more chromatic variations in the rest of the coatings (photo below), even, strong color combinations like red, blue or mustard.
Where to place wooden sticks
This decorative resource can be installed practically in any surface, usually walls and ceilings. However, it also serves to cover walls, make furniture, such as reception desks, paneling kitchens or shelves, etc Almost nothing resists it, although taking into account that it is a very special element, which requires craft work and is expensive, it is usually placed in the social zones where they have a greater aesthetic impact and can look better.
