1/2" Square Tambour

Select Size

Select Wood Species

From $45.58

Original: $130.22

-65%

1/2" Square Tambour—

$130.22

$45.58

Select Size

Select Wood Species

From $45.58

Original: $130.22

-65%

1/2" Square Tambour—

$130.22

$45.58

The Story

White River Hardwoods · Tambour Collection

1/2″ Square Tambour

Name: 1/2" Square Tambour
Brand: White River Hardwoods
SKU: 1-2-square-tambour-usually-ships-in-7-10-business-days
Availability: InStock

Solid Wood · Flexible & Solid Backing · Made in the USA

Clean, geometric square slats in solid hardwood. The 1/2″ width offers a modern, architectural rhythm — versatile enough for residential accent walls and demanding enough for commercial millwork specifications.

No curve, no bevel — just clean geometry in solid wood, letting the grain and shadow do the work.

Available Options

Size & Species

Size	Backing	Available Species
12″W × 48″L	Flexible	Red Oak, Paint Grade, Hard Maple, Walnut, White Oak
12″W × 96″L	Flexible	Red Oak, Paint Grade, Hard Maple, Walnut, White Oak
24″W × 48″L	Flexible	Red Oak, Paint Grade, Hard Maple, Walnut, White Oak
24″W × 46″L	Solid Backing — Does Not Flex	Red Oak, Paint Grade, Hard Maple, Walnut, White Oak, Cherry, Alder

* Cherry and Alder are exclusively available in the 24″W × 46″L Solid Backing format.

Why This Profile

The Profile in Detail

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Square Profile

Flat-topped square slats deliver a crisp, contemporary line that works equally well stained to show grain or painted for a graphic, architectural effect.

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Flexible Backing

The flexible backing makes this clean-lined profile available for curved installations — bar fronts, columns, and radius walls benefit from the square profile's modern character.

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7 Species Available

Red Oak, Paint Grade, Hard Maple, Walnut, White Oak, Cherry, and Alder. The square profile is particularly striking in White Oak and Walnut with a natural finish.

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Residential & Commercial

The 1/2″ square profile is a go-to for both residential accent walls and commercial interiors — hospitality, retail, and office installations where a consistent, modern texture is required.

Technical Specifications

Key Facts

Profile

1/2″ Square

Slat Width

1/2″

Thickness

¼″

Panel Sizes

12×48, 12×96, 24×48, 24×46

Backing

Flexible or Solid (24×46)

Use

Interior Only

Before You Install

Storage, Handling & Acclimation

Acclimate First — Always

On receipt, store flat in a controlled interior environment. Allow 24–48 hours to acclimate before finishing or installing. This stabilizes moisture content and reduces post-install movement. Before you begin, lightly roll and unroll each panel to flex the backing — hold the rolled position for 5+ seconds, then return flat.

Interior Use Only

Tambour panels are not suitable for wet or high-humidity environments including showers, bathrooms, or pools. Always install in a space with standard room temperature and humidity.

Installation

Step by Step

Prep the Surface

Wall must be clean, sound, and free of dust, grease, or debris. Apply primer to porous substrates for better adhesion.

Dry-Fit First

Always dry-fit before committing adhesive. Install vertically or horizontally — confirm your layout before you spread anything.

Apply Adhesive

Use PVA, contact, epoxy, or a quality panel adhesive (e.g., Titebond Fast Grab FRP). Trowel for 80–100% coverage to within ¼″ of edges. With a gun, run beads around the perimeter and horizontal beads every 4–6″.

Press & Secure

Apply firm, uniform pressure across the full panel. Use a ¾″ sacrificial board when tapping or hammering. For curved applications, temporary bracing until the glue sets ensures clean contact.

Leave Micro-Gaps

Leave a hairline gap between adjacent panels — roughly two stacked business cards — to accommodate natural wood movement over time.

Clean Up

Clean any adhesive squeeze-out immediately to avoid residue on slat faces.

Installer Advice

Pro Tips

Pre-Stretch Inward

Before attaching, roll the panel inward to stretch the backing. This makes it more compliant and easier to handle, especially on curved surfaces.

Flex Outward with Intent

Follow up by flexing outward firmly to fully stretch the paper backing. A properly stretched panel lays flatter and adheres more evenly.

No Cabinets Through Tambour

Never mount cabinets or furniture through the panel into the wall. Wood movement can cause buckling and will void the warranty.

Trade Program

13% Trade Discount for Design Professionals

Architects, interior designers, and contractors qualify for White River's trade discount on tambour panels. Volume pricing available for larger orders — contact your rep for a quote.

Apply for Trade Access

Warranty Reminder

Warranty may be voided if panels are installed in high-moisture environments, or if cabinetry or furniture is mounted through the tambour panel into the wall. Always follow adhesive manufacturer's instructions and allow full acclimation prior to installation.

The 1/2″ Square Tambour — modern geometry in solid wood, ready for any surface.