Explore answers to the most common questions from our clients about Tableaux architectural panels, decorative wall panels, custom designs, materials, installation, shipping, and product applications.
As a leading architectural panel manufacturer, Tableaux specializes in custom-designed panels, which means pricing is not based on a standard square-foot rate. Costs vary depending on several factors, including panel size, material, design complexity, and finish.
To provide you with an initial estimate, we’ll need approximate panel dimensions, material preferences, and quantity. For a more accurate quote, we also consider details such as framing, hardware, and the specific design requirements of your project.
We are a fully custom manufacturer of architectural and decorative panels, offering a wide selection of high-quality materials to fit diverse design styles and applications, including:
For thickness options, our standard ranges include:
We also accommodate custom thickness requests to ensure your panels meet the exact specifications of your project.
Yes, our panels are fully customizable to meet your project’s needs. You can provide your own design concept, and our team will bring it to life with precision and attention to detail. You can also choose a variety of materials, finishes, colors, and patterns to create a look that perfectly complements your space. With these custom options, our panels do more than just fit your project, they give meaning to any space by combining decorative beauty with practical functionality.
Our panels are highly versatile and can be installed in a wide variety of interior and exterior spaces, both commercial and residential, allowing you to transform ordinary areas into visually and thoughtfully designed settings.
These applications include:
We collaborate with leading architectural and design firms across the U.S. and Canada, delivering custom panel solutions for prominent clients in hospitality, casinos, restaurants, multi-family developments, senior living communities, education, retail, and other commercial spaces.
In addition, we partner with developers, general contractors, specialty contractors, and other industry professionals. Our team works closely with you to understand design intent, explore material options, and ensure your panels align seamlessly with project requirements, budget, and timeline.
Take a brief look at the opinions of many of our clients!
You can explore examples of our work through our online custom lookbook:
This showcases a wide range of completed projects and design ideas in both commercial and residential spaces.
Additionally, we regularly share updates, inspiration, and project highlights on our social media channels, including:
You can easily request a quote for a custom architectural panel through several convenient options:
Providing rough measurements, material preferences, and any design inspiration will help us prepare an accurate and timely quote tailored to your specific needs.
We offer a wide range of color options to suit your project needs. For our MDF panels, we provide a selection of standard finishes, and we can also create any custom color using premium paint brands such as Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore. For custom metal panels, we offer a powder coat finish that you can choose from our standard color line or select a prismatic powder coat option, available through the link on our website: Finishes – Tableaux Architectural Panels. Additionally, Tableaux Architectural Panels can provide anodizing finishes, laminated vinyl films, and other custom-developed options tailored to your project’s specific needs.
Usual sizes for our panels are 4*8 or 5*10, but our panels are fully customizable. We can create panels in virtually any dimensions and, when necessary, employ techniques such as mending (for MDF), welding, or latching multiple panels together to achieve the desired size and design intent.
We carefully shipped from our facility in custom-made crates designed to protect the panels during transit. After fabrication is complete, panels shipping usually takes approximately one week, though this may vary based on the delivery location. For most orders, we utilize reliable freight services to ensure safe and timely delivery. We proudly offer shipping both nationwide and internationally.
Our architectural panels are designed to be highly durable and versatile, suitable for a wide range of interior and exterior applications. Each panel is crafted with quality materials to ensure long-lasting performance, whether installed in residential, commercial, or public spaces.
In addition, our panels are also fire-rated and meet applicable building code requirements. We provide detailed material specifications, testing documentation, and certifications as needed, guiding clients on strength, resilience, safety compliance, and appropriate use so you can select the best solution for your project.
Yes, after placing the order, Tableaux Architectural Panels will prepare detailed shop drawings for your review and approval before any production begins. These technical drawings ensure that all dimensions, materials, and design specifications meet your project’s requirements. This step allows for any adjustments or confirmations, giving you confidence that the final panels will align perfectly with your design intent.
Tableaux Architectural Panels does provide custom framing and hardware solutions. Framing and hardware are crucial aspects of any project involving a range of hardware options to accommodate various installation needs. We provide all the necessary hardware for secure and professional installations, including our standard offerings such as stationary and adjustable standoffs, suspended framing systems, U-channel framing, Direct Set screws, and Lateral Set screws. Our team can also work with clients to specify custom hardware solutions to ensure each installation meets the desired aesthetic and functional requirements.
We offer flexible payment options to accommodate our clients’ needs. We accept payments via checks, wire transfers, and ACH (Automated Clearing House) transactions. Our team is happy to guide the payment process to ensure a smooth and secure transaction for your order.
Yes, samples of Tableaux Architectural Panels are available for architects, designers, and builders. You can easily request samples through our website using the provided JotForm: [Samples – Tableaux Architectural Panels], or you may contact our team directly at 512-926-6346. We are happy to assist you in selecting the right decorative and custom materials to ensure your project meets your design and quality expectations.
Yes, we offer the option to expedite orders to meet your project timelines. Expedited orders are accommodated on a case-by-case basis and may involve an additional fee depending on the scope and complexity of the request. Our team will work closely with you to determine the fastest production and shipping schedule while ensuring the quality and integrity of your Tableaux panels.
No. Tableaux does not charge engineering fees. We collaborate closely with architects, designers, general contractors, and subcontractors to develop your project concept. Our goal is to deliver the product you want within your budget and timeline, without compromising on high quality.
We’ll work with you every step of the way to make it happen.
No. Tableaux has no order minimums—whether it’s the number of panels or the level of customization. From small projects to multimillion-dollar developments, you can expect the same customer service and uncompromising product quality.
Yes. When required, Tableaux ensures that every exterior metal panel system complies with building code requirements and wind load provisions, including stamped structural calculations by a licensed engineer. We pay special attention to connection design, clips, and fasteners to resist wind uplift and suction. Upon request, we also address panel deflection, thermal movement, and material durability for long-term performance. To support your project, we provide complete documentation such as shop drawings, installation guidelines, and warranty details.
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