How to add a shingle wall to your home

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Oh, we are so happy to share this project with our remodeling junkies! If you follow us on Instagram You’ve already seen all the fun we had with this redesign. So we are over HUGE to show you the complete before and after of this bathroom design along with step by step details about these modern wood paneling for walls and how you can add your own wood paneling walls to your home in 5 simple steps.

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How to install DIY Wood Plank Wall
by Build 2 style

before

As you can see, we’ve done a complete update to this bathroom. The only thing we knew we wanted in this design was the wood wall. We wanted to create a space that felt like a spa, a serene environment by bringing in earthy colors and textures.

The easiest way to add warmth and depth to any space is to use wood materials. So we decided we were going to create a large wooden wall, centered behind a beautiful freestanding tub to create this experience. So let’s get started!

Material:

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The first step to any bathroom remodel as you know it is the demo. We completely destroyed the entire room which you can read more about here.

Once the space is fully displayed, it’s time to rearrange the room. That white wall there was our blank canvas for the plank wall.

1. Choose a material

The first step is to choose your materials. There are a lot of different types of wood and great options to choose from, so it ultimately comes down to the look of your space that you want.

Some wood accent wall options to consider:

• reclaimed wood – This could be a wood palletor old fence pickets, whatever look you like and remember that even reclaimed wood can be planed down to look new and new if you don’t like the antique or rustic look that has a barnwood style..
• Shiplap – Made popular by Joanna Gaines, Shiplap is now readily available at most woodworking stores. At your local store, they often carry pre-made white wood planks. If you’re looking for a stained wood option for shiplap, you might have to make it like this tutorial shows you how to do it.
• Slat walls are very popular and add beautiful texture.
• Peel and stick panels/options Make installation a breeze!

Our design plan stems from Kohler Design Center, They had beautiful, clean, smooth wood paneling inside their showrooms. So to create this look for this project we used 4″ x 8″ sheets of maple veneer. Then we cut the boards into 4″ boards. From measuring the wall where the boards would go, we determined we would need less than two sheets of material.

Tip: If you don’t have a table saw or circular saw with clamps, you can also cut the material at a Home Depot or local hardware store if you’re a little worried about getting your edges perfectly straight.

2. Wood Finish (cut, stain, and seal)

Once you’ve chosen the type of material and cut the sheets, it’s time to stain them. Again, the choice of stain color depends on what kind of look you’re going for.

For this project, we got a custom stain to match the rest of the home’s trim and woodwork. Then we got two more colors, coloring one darker and the other lighter than the original color to create dimension within the design. We also built the vanity inside this reno and matched it perfectly to the wood wall.

To make this project really quick, you might consider trying stain with a sealer to finish the job in two or three easy coats. We love this brandor Try this brand.

When applying, be sure to brush with a brush to make sure the finish looks great. Also, I recommend more than one layer (especially if this is in the shower). Between coats, be sure to sand lightly with 220-grit sandpaper or higher, and wipe with a rag to remove all dust before adding the second coat. Sanding between coats greatly improves the smooth factory look of any project.

3. Create a design

Once your wood panels have been stained, sealed, and dried, it’s time to create your design outline. Depending on the area of ​​your room will depend on the length to cut your panels. The key is just to make sure that no piece aligns with the piece in the row directly above or below.

Wood Wall Panels Pattern Ideas:

• brick pattern
• herringbone
• Qatari
• Horizontal
• my head
• Diamond

Also keep in mind that using spacers on the seams can change the look of any design you choose. You may need to line the back with wood for this option.

One of the most classic designs is the brick pattern, which is what we chose. With this pattern, each of the rows is offset by half the width of the boards. It’s a timeless design that looks great in any room and with any material.

We also decided to create a niche inside the wooden wall, so of course there was a place to set the atmosphere with some candles or decor. We created the niche by removing the drywall and framing a rectangular piece again, high enough to sit perfectly above the sink.

4. Measuring and cutting

Once you’ve created your design layout, it’s time to measure, cut, and annotate. We cut the panels as we laid them on the walls, following the stacked brick pattern. To find out our length to cut the baseboards, we measured the width of the wall and divided it by 3. Depending on the length of your wall, you may need to divide it by more.

An easy way to make sure you’re cutting boards to an even length every time is to put a stop on your telescoping saw. Just be aware, the reason we cut the panels as we went, is because not all walls are perfectly square, and cutting one by one, helps avoid gaps.

5. Installation

Our favorite part is watching your design and project come together.

Starting with a nice level line, we began nailing the first row of wood just above in place, gluing the first plank into place with liquid nails. You can also add a couple of finishing nails with a set nailer or just an old-fashioned hammer and nails.

Tip: ** If you are using a hammer, be sure to use a nail set to avoid damaging the front of your beautiful end panels.

Tip: To avoid large nail holes, a nailer is a dream come true.

Since this row will bear some of the weight of the rows above, it might not be a bad idea to use a stud finder to add a pair of studs to the studs. Then we moved incrementally to make sure each board was flush about halfway up the board below it.

If you don’t have a place to worry about, we’ll start in the top left corner. If starting at the top, make sure your ceiling is completely level. We started above a niche because we wanted a perfect piece right above a niche where we knew the eyes would be drawn there. Wherever you start, continue with your design, adding one plank at a time and one row at a time and working your way up or down.

When you get to the top or bottom of the wall, you may need to cut the boards in half to fill the space. For this you can just use a table saw or a circular saw. (But I think a table saw will probably be the easiest and safest for wood this narrow.)

after

And she is! We have ready made wood wall panel! what do you think? You got this, right?!

The bathroom is usually where you start and end your day, so it only makes sense that you would want a beautiful space with an impeccable interior design to set your mood. We had a lot of fun with this project and not just the wood wall, so of course we can’t leave out all the finishing details.

Can’t wait to see all of your plank wall project! And be sure to tag us on the hashtag # my eyes For a chance to be featured!

the question:

What are the wooden panels on the walls called?

This depends on the orientation of the panels, if the entire wall or only half of it is covered.

Often if the whole wall is covered, we require wood panels. The planks themselves may be called beadboard, v-groove, shiplap, slats, or just panels. It just depends on the style of the boards themselves.

If only the lower half of the wall is covered, it can be considered generally wainscot or wainscot. This is a decorative wall panel for part of the wall. It protects walls from damage from chairs (why it’s sometimes called a chair rail), or it can be used to hide damage. There are dozens of types of wainscoting, but the most common type is plank and rail.

Are wood panels cheaper than drywall?

The short answer is no. Often when installing baseboards, drywall is placed underneath anyway. When walls are covered with drywall and seams are properly taped, this wall structure adds to the R-value, or insulation value, of the wall. It also creates the perfect place to add a decorative accent wood wall.

Unless you have unlimited access to planed and finished wood, drywall will be the cheapest alternative. But don’t let that steer you away from the beauty that a wood wall adds to a home.

How are wooden panels installed on the walls?

This tutorial above generally shows how, but some important first steps are

• First, locate and mark the studs where you plan to install the shingles. This helps you see where the nail is.
• Mark with a level line on the starting row. Make sure the first row you install is completely level, because all the other rows will be running outside of that.
• Add row by row from the starting line until the section you want to cover is completely pinned.

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