Paneled Walls

Steps:

1. Measure the room and determine how many panels you need and their size. Cut panels down to appropriate size based on these dimensions. (Hint: Keeping all the panels the same width will give a much more finished appearance.)

3. If you have detailed molding take particular care to wipe off the stain so it does not pool in the creases.

4. Allow stain to dry.

5. Stain the panels using the same technique –– applying the stain then wiping it down until desired shade is reached.

6. Allow all pieces to dry.

8. Cut out holes in the panels for light switches and outlets.

9. Find all the studs in the walls and apply a layer of construction glue to the walls between the studs. Then affix each panel to the wall with a staple gun at each of the studs.

10. Add chair rail molding to the top of the panels using glue and a nail gun (figure B). Be sure that molding fits snugly before applying glue.

12. Measure in six inches from each side of each panel to determine placement for the decorative interior molding and cut it down to appropriate size.

13. Place interior molding against panels in designated place, measure with a level and attach with a nail gun (figure C).