3 Access Panel Solutions that Won’t Compromise Your Design

Architects and designers prefer uninterrupted surfaces in their design. BAUCO access panels are engineered to integrate seamlessly into architectural finishes — not disrupt them. That’s why we’re trusted on high-profile projects like the Zwirner Art Gallery, Waldorf Astoria Hotel, and the Orange County Museum of Art.

Consider these three options for clean, functional access:

The BAUCO Plus II
This access panel is our most versatile access panel for drywall, ideal for a wide range of applications. 

The Plus II:

• Is virtually invisible – Rear-mount frame with concealed hardware and minimal 1/16” reveal blend in seamlessly to the surrounding environment.
• Is fully customizable with sizes ranging from 6 inches to 60 feet accommodating a variety of site requirements. For example, a 6-1/16” x 8-1/2” could be used to access a shut-off valve. Unique shapes, specialized hardware and alternate inlays for speciality finishes are available.
• Surface accepts a wide variety of finishes like wallpaper, plaster, or a build up of millwork or tile to match the surrounding wall or ceiling décor.
• Provides superior acoustic properties with airtight EPDM rubber gasket combined with mass of drywall inlay. Third party testing results available.
• Has large openings that provide dependable access to large equipment and systems while maintaining the elegant BAUCO finish. From the common double-leaf solutions for access to air handling units to expansive service corridor access, the BAUCO Plus II multi-leaf design provides for crossbar-free large access.

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The BAUCO XL
Designed primarily for large access openings in walls, the BAUCO XL provides the same virtually invisible finish as other BAUCO drywall access panels. It is a front-mount drywall access panel with concealed hardware, an extra rugged frame with an integrated finishing bead, and fixed hinge available in standard and custom sizes starting from 24″ x 36″. 

The XL:

• Is virtually invisible with concealed hardware, flush finish and minimal perimeter gap.
• Has robust components that provide access to large equipment and systems such as VTAC. Larger openings use a double door with no crossbar.
• Is fully customizable with custom sizes, custom inlays and custom hardware.
• The robust fixed hinge provides a smooth controlled operation for easy and safe access to large wall openings and provides a smooth controlled operation for easy and safe access to large wall openings

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The BAUCO Rondo
Among our drywall access panel solutions the BAUCO Rondo stands out for its circular shape, designed for projects that call for a clean, minimalist finish and fit with curvilinear design features. This panel is built on the same design principles as the BAUCO Plus II model.

The Rondo:

• Has a minimal 1/16″ reveal for a seamless look.
• Has hidden hardware for clean lines and easy access.
• Integrates smoothly into drywall ceiling finishes and accepts a wide variety of facing materials like paint, tile, or wallpaper to match the space.
• Has a mass of drywall inlay that provides a sound absorption barrier to mitigate sound transmission.

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Ready to learn more? When you need functional access that stays out of site, our hidden panels deliver. Visit our Product Selector page to compare models and find the right solution for your project’s needs.