Elevate Your Interiors with White River's Easy-to-Install Tambour Panels 🏡🌟
Greetings, design and architecture aficionados! 🎨 Are you looking for an elegant yet simple way to transform your spaces? Your quest ends here with White River Hardwoods' high-quality Tambour panels. Easy to install and incredibly versatile, these solid wood panels feature a flexible backing that easily bends, making them perfect for fitting into curves and corners.
🛠️ Installation Simplified Use standard construction or paneling adhesive to attach the Tambour panels onto any solid substrate. If you're working with thicker profiles, consider using finishing nails or temporary bracing to ensure a flawless application until the glue sets.
🌈 Design Versatility Each panel features natural variations in color and grain, adding depth and texture to your design. With dimensions of a 1" slat width x 1/2" thickness, these panels can effortlessly bend around curves and corners, elevating your project's aesthetics.
🇺🇸 Unmatched Quality Proudly made in the USA from premium North American hardwoods, our Tambour panels arrive sanded and ready for your choice of stain or paint. Remember to allow the material to stretch and acclimate for at least 48 hours before finishing.
Instructions for Installation of Tambour 🛠️
Flexible Wood Tambour is an interior-only product that combines warm, natural texture with versatility.
Proper storage, handling, finishing, and installation are essential to preserve its look and performance.
Use this guide from receiving through final install to get reliable, long-lasting results.
Storage & Handling
Keep material flat, clean, and acclimated
Interior use only. Not for wet or high-humidity areas (showers, bathrooms, pools).
On receipt, store in a controlled environment; allow 24–48 hours to acclimate, lying flat.
Before finishing or install, lightly roll/unroll to flex the backing; hold rolled position 5+ seconds then return flat.
Why acclimate? It stabilizes moisture content, reducing movement after install.
Finishing
Finish before or after install
Use standard wood finishing techniques (paint or stain) before or after installation.
Panels can be gently rolled or “slumped” to help finish reach between slats.
Finishing tip
Test on an off-cut or inconspicuous area to confirm color, penetration, and adhesion.
Installation
Prep surface and use full, even adhesive coverage
Install vertically or horizontally; always dry-fit first.
Substrate/wall must be clean and sound (no dust, grease, or debris).
Install in a controlled environment (standard room temp/humidity).
Approved adhesives: PVA, contact, epoxy, or high-quality panel adhesive (e.g., Titebond Fast Grab FRP).
For panel adhesive: trowel for 80–100% coverage to within ¼″ of edges. Using a gun? Continuous beads around the perimeter + horizontal beads every 4–6″.
Clean any squeeze-out immediately to avoid residue on slat faces.
Test a small area first to confirm adhesion.
Optional: trim screws or nails at installer’s discretion.
After placement, apply firm, uniform pressure across entire panel. Use a ¾″ sacrificial board when tapping/hammering.
Leave a hairline gap between adjacent panels to accommodate minor movement in service.
Do not mount cabinets/furniture through tambour into the wall; movement can cause buckling and void warranty.
Pre-stretch inward: Before attaching, roll the panel inward to stretch the backing.
Flex outward with intent: Flex outward firmly to fully stretch the paper backing. Properly stretched panels are easier to handle and more compliant.
Leave micro-gaps: Space adjacent panels roughly the thickness of two stacked business cards to allow natural wood movement.
Warranty Reminder
Warranty may be voided if panels are installed in high-moisture environments or if cabinetry/furniture is mounted through the tambour. Always follow adhesive manufacturer’s instructions.
Upon completing your purchase, you'll be able to review the shipping and handling fees associated with your order. In the unlikely event that these costs surpass the displayed amount, we'll promptly inform you. Be aware that your state or province might mandate the application of taxes to shipping and handling fees.
At TambourTouch.com, we employ a variety of shipping guidelines to calculate shipping and handling costs. These guidelines can be found below. For a precise estimate of the shipping charges on your order, kindly refer to your shopping cart.
Experience FREE SHIPPING on our Tambour and Acoustic Panel Products for all orders within the continental United States. Here's a breakdown of the shipping fees for other product lines we provide:
Radius Corners - Shipping costs are determined by the destination, starting at a minimum of $45. Should the freight charges surpass $45, you'll receive a separate quote via email once your order is placed.
Global Deliveries
We are pleased to offer worldwide delivery for our online orders. However, please note that certain products, particularly larger items or those containing fuel or hazardous substances, may not be eligible for international shipping. To ensure compatibility, kindly review the product and shipping details while browsing. If your destination is not available during checkout, we are unable to deliver to your location.
Please be aware that tax and duty fees might be imposed by your country upon your order's arrival. These additional costs are your responsibility. TambourTouch.com is proud to serve customers in most countries.
International Shipping Rates: A minimum charge of 30% of the order applies to shipping fees. In the unlikely event that shipping and handling expenses surpass the indicated amount, we will promptly inform you.
Returns and exchanges for our tambour and wood panel products must adhere to specific guidelines. Products cannot be returned without prior approval and must have a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number. The following conditions render products ineligible for return and credit:
Have visible markings
Are altered in any manner
Exposed to excessive sunlight or moisture
Contaminated with primer, stain, or subjected to job site damage
Returned after 60 days from the invoice purchase date
Returns are F.O.B. Buyer and are subject to a 20% restocking fee. To receive credit for stock products, the product must be received in a re-sellable condition. Custom Orders are not returnable under any circumstances. If returned products arrive damaged due to insufficient repackaging, no credit will be processed. It is crucial that items are not returned in their original packaging without a thorough inspection, as additional cushioning or wrapping may be necessary to prevent return shipment damage. To request an RGA, please call 866-687-8746 and speak to our Customer Service Representative.
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