Wood panel wall makeover

The first option for updating wood paneling is often paint, which can immediately turn off many home improvement enthusiasts. However, there are a wide variety of ways to update outdated paneling, from wallpapering to covering with a wall liner. It first needs to be prepared before the makeover.

The remodeling experts at HGTV.com have rounded up their favorite wood-paneling makeovers that turn outdated rooms into stylish spaces.

The moment you’ve all been waiting for is here! And by all, I mean probably a handful of you, but I’d like to think everyone is on the edge of their seats waiting for my

My fingers haven't been so excited to type out a title for a long time. It's one thing to be done painting the paneling but it's a whole 'nother feat to get up a tutorial about it - only took me a couple of months...HA! It's a hefty one with a lot of carefully ordered steps to help you along if you've been thinking about laying a fresh coat on the wood paneling you've inherited. We are certainly happy we took on the task. The end result has us heck-yeahing and has our living room looking a…

Half-wall wood paneling (or wainscoting) will make your home feel more inviting. From beadboard to shiplap, board and batten, and more, check out these ideas.

Old cheap stained wood paneling on a wall can make a room look dark and dated. Instead of taking down the paneling (who knows what you are going to find or what damage you are going to make), consider painting the wood paneling to freshen up the room. Here are some tips and tricks for painting wood paneling. CleanStart by cleaning your paneling so you can really see what you have. Clean the wood paneling with soap and water to remove all dust, cobwebs, and dirt. Make sure to remove any…

I have clients who have bought a house in upstate New York. They are a NYC couple who are transitioning their lives to working and living full time upstate and going into the city as they need to. They admired this house from afar, and when it came onto the market a year later, they snatched it up immediately. They are now going through the process of renovating it to become the home of their dreams. Like any renovation project, they are discovering all sorts of issues and dilemmas that are…

Wood paneling was once considered to be the standard of every American home. It was homey, inviting, and the pinnacle of 70s style. Sometime around 1990, wood panels became rare and obscure. Now, they’re back with a vengeance! But, there’s a catch. Rather than stick to the kitschy look of yore, wood panels are now […]

If you are wondering whether you should paint the paneling in order to sell your house, these guidelines will help you create a gorgeous space.

Say goodbye to 1970's knotty pine wood paneling and give your room a fresh new start. Zinsser Bulls Eye 1-2-3 Primer is the perfect start for your wood paneling living room makeover, like this one from SoPo Cottage. This water-based primer sticks to all surfaces without sanding, while sealing stains and tannin bleed. Your walls will thank you.