The walls of an elevator cab are primarily built for safety, but they also play an important role in the continuation of a building’s design and general aesthetic. Here are some of the most common cab wall types.
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Flat Steel Wall
A common choice, these walls are constructed of steel and create a completely flat interior for the cab. This is a fairly standard option and can have brushed, polished or patterned stainless steel or a durable scratch-resistant powder coat finish.
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Applied Panel
These cab walls are constructed with a high-quality steel shell and vertical or horizontal raised panels made with a core of particle board. Just as the name implies, the panels are applied onto the standard steel panel and are often finished with wood, veneer or laminated plastic.
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Laminated Plastic
Laminated plastic cabs have wood core walls faced with high-pressure laminate. These laminates can be made in various solid colors, patterns or wood grain to closely match the aesthetic of a building and improve the overall passenger experience.