How To Cover Ugly Wall Paneling

For tips from our contractor reviewer on how to cover paneling with a wall liner read on.

How to cover ugly wall paneling.

Decorating tricks and tips. I m tired of looking at my neighbor s ugly wall so i decided to cover it with the pallets and a few pine beams that i have. After the wall covering is hung paint it in a color. You ll need solid framework to attach the paneling to.

Cover ugly old wood paneling. The raised pattern and texture makes it a great cover up for old wood paneling. Traditionally a wainscot rises to a level about one third of the total height of the wall about 32 inches on an 8 foot 96 inch wall. Depending on the look you re after paneling over an ugly ceiling is still a viable option.

The top of the wainscot is often bounded by a chair rail molding. After it has been sanded apply primer and paint the paneling for a fresh new look. It is also possible though to make very high wainscoting a common. A good way to distract from an ugly wall is to cover it with a panel.

Hgtv star chip wade shows you how to modernize old school wood paneling with paint for more follow the hashtag rachaelrayshow. If the paneling is in good condition clean it with mild dish soap and water and then sand it with a medium grit sandpaper. Whether you want to add paneling to your house or need a few ways to update your existing walls get inspired by these wood paneling ideas and see how the pros do it. Paneling was very popular 50 years ago and when it fell out of favor people removed it or covered it up.

Wainscotting is any wall covering that extends only part way up the wall.