How To Cover Ugly Wall Paneling

You ll need solid framework to attach the paneling to.

How to cover ugly wall paneling.

After the wall covering is hung paint it in a color. Paneling was very popular 50 years ago and when it fell out of favor people removed it or covered it up. 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. Hgtv star chip wade shows you how to modernize old school wood paneling with paint for more follow the hashtag rachaelrayshow.

Spotlights wall art and a recess with a buddha statue create a charming distraction in this home making it difficult to imagine that an unattractive wall lies behind the panel. Cover ugly old wood paneling. Depending on the look you re after paneling over an ugly ceiling is still a viable option. For tips from our contractor reviewer on how to cover paneling with a wall liner read on.

After it has been sanded apply primer and paint the paneling for a fresh new look. I didn t use any finish on the pa. 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. The top of the wainscot is often bounded by a chair rail molding.

The raised pattern and texture makes it a great cover up for old wood paneling. Be sure to take into account the weight of the paneling. 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.

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