Wainscoting is a form of decorative paneling that protects walls and can add character to any room.
How to install wall paneling over drywall.
Putting drywall over thin wood paneling may cause the new wall to jut beyond door and window jambs.
Paneling was once a popular wallcovering in many homes.
Beadboard paneling gives a room an intimate traditional feel making it ideal for homes with more of a cottage or bungalow style.
For best results set the paneling in the room for a few days before you install it.
Removing paneling can be a time consuming and costly so many homeowners opt to drywall over the paneling.
Beadboard may be installed over drywall or old plaster providing these materials are solidly attached to the wall framing.
This beginner guide will teach you how to successfully install beadboard to give your home a refreshed and updated look in under a day.
The paneling will be centered over the wall leaving 1 4 inch gap at top and bottom as well as the sides to allow for expansion and movement.
Gently remove any crown moulding baseboards and trim you plan on using again.
Today as these older homes are remodeled the paneling is removed or covered.
This will allow it to adjust to the humidity in a room.
If you still want drywall adjustments to the jambs should be made after the drywall is installed.
Cut with the finished side up if using a handsaw and.
Installing drywall over paneling is a workable solution if it is done properly.
Portable bunkhouse build out series video 2 in this video i show how i modify 1 4 plywood that i got at a deeply discounted rate and turn it into wall pane.
Consider alternatives such as painting wood paneling or filling in the seams with spackle.
As with most building projects proper planning and preparation will make it easier for you to get professional looking results.
The first step in how to install paneling is to remove all wall plates outlets and any nails in the wall.
In our project we installed the beadboard as a countertop backsplash and needed to remove the old laminate from the wall.