Wood walls and ceiling first you ll be installing the wood paneling by using a furring strip.
How to install wall paneling on ceiling.
Next step panel.
Apply adhesive step 7.
Installing tongue and groove aka t g boards is a fast inexpensive way to panel any ceiling or wall.
The following pieces will be nailed on the tongues at an angle into the joists of the ceiling.
Trim to fit step 5.
You can use a stud finder or just drill holes in the drywall until you hit resistance.
Start by finding the structural members in the ceiling with a stud finder.
Measure the ceiling and locate the ceiling joists.
The first piece must be nailed into the wall on the face with the tongue facing outward.
Start your project in one corner of the ceiling and work your way out across the room.
Cut down the beadboard including cut outs for lights and vents.
Cut openings step 6.
Learn how to tackle this shiplap ceiling project.
Although this is an easy project considering the skill.
You screw the furring strip to the van s ribs instead of the main shell because you don t want your screws puncturing through to the outside of the van.
Replace or add new molding around the floor and ceiling to complete the project using a miter saw to cut or trim it to the right size.