Let’s face it! Wood paneling used to be a total hit. A big boom. Everyone wanted to have wood paneling in their homes. And ultimately, (mostly) everyone did
How to cover up old panelingPeter Hotton, Globe Staff
to start painting, make sure that your paneling is made of solid wood. Some paneling actually consists of a vinyl print that simulates the look of wood. To check, sand a small area on the wall. Vinyl coatings come off quickly, revealing the pressboard underneath. If your walls have a ...
Painting wainscoting or paneling requires a similar approach to that of baseboards. Cut in along the top and bottom edges where the wainscoting meets the wall and the floor, just as you did with the baseboard. Next, paint the indented panels and the molding around them. Paint tends to c...
This wood 3d wall is not only easy to DIY but also it’s not much expensive. DIY Reclaimed Wood 3D Wall Panel Whether you want to give your living room or bedroom a little rustic charm, you need to build a wall that is in desperate need of a paint job. Also, if you are looking...
Did the kiddos get a little "creative" with their coloring? Cleaning things up isn't so hard with this tip: Try covering the stains with toothpaste then scrub off with a damp cloth (just plain--not the gel kind). I've tried this on wood paneling, painted
Reinstall any trim you removed, adding shims as needed around door and window jambs to raise the trim level with the wall paneling. Nail trim to joints between paneling sheets, if desired, to cover edges. Tip Run a level across your walls before attaching furring strips, if applicable. Use...
Alternatives to Whitewash Paneling The classic method forwhitewashing brick, wood, and other surfaces is to use white paint that has been thinned with water, allowing the wall's texture and some of its base color to show through the paint. It's not the only way to whiten walls, however. ...
The square or rounded edges are used to hang onto the sides of the plinth so that there is room for the vertical paneling. Fitting the rounded edge boards is also very easy. The boards have a hole at the bottom into which end clips can be inserted. The boards are placed on these end...
Fiberglass paneling is often used as a protective roof cover over decking or on carports. Although generally corrugated, it can be bought in flat panels and is available in a number of colors. Fiberglass paneling is often treated to prevent UV light from coming through. This is especially ...