So, what’s the deal with wood wall panels? At one time, not so long ago, they were synonymous with outdated decor, and most homeowners would shun the very idea. However, that very same idea seems to have changed dramatically recently. It’s becoming more and more of a trend recently to panel an accent wall, or the whole room, with wood planks you’d normally reserve for the floor. They’re actually extremely easy to install, so if you’re a DIYer, so you can add wood panel walls to your list of home projects without hesitation. Want to add some charm to any room, even on a budget? Then wood wall panels just may be the key to your vision!
Installing Wood Wall Panels
Hardwood Bargains’ wood walling products come with a peel and stick adhesive backing that can stick to any flat surface, including any type of wall or even a ceiling. That means you just peel and stick the planks down, and you’re ready to rock and roll. It’s really that simple! You don’t have to worry about messy glue or nails. You only need to measure your wall and then use a leveler to ensure that your planks are properly aligned. Also, the planks have interlocking parts that are easy to assemble, which makes things even easier.
If you’re wondering how to calculate how much hardwood wall paneling you’ll need, you just measure your wall and multiple the length by the width. Then add an extra 5% for any possible mishaps and waste cuts. The products are made with a thick multi-ply construction to ensure the planks will lay flat and secure against any wall or ceiling. Wipe down your papered or painted wall thoroughly and if the paint is glossy, use sandpaper to roughen the surface slightly to help the adhesive better grip your existing wall.
If you’re adding the hardwood wall paneling in a newly constructed area, use plywood for your walls instead of drywall to ensure a smoother installation process and to prevent damage if you decide to remove the paneling later on. Removing panels that have been attached to drywall can destroy the drywall, so if you have drywall, it’s recommended to use pin nails to fasten the planks instead of the adhesive. Alternatively, you can add thin sheets of plywood on top of the drywall first to avoid the use of any nails in the project.
The good news is that you don’t have to worry that your wall can’t be used for anything other than the wood paneling because you can still hang things on there with ease. There are adhesive hangers that you can use to hang photos or artwork without damaging your new walls with nails or screws.
As long as you take proper care of your new walls, they’ll last for years, looking shiny and sprucing up any room. As with all wood products, it’s recommended to install your wall in a climate-controlled environment with humidity and temperature controls. The walling will need to acclimate to your home’s level of humidity before installation, so allow a few days for that to happen. You don’t want your wonderful new wall to warp and crack from a sudden increase in moisture levels!
Hardwood Bargains offers lots of choices for your wood panels made of real hardwood. Here are some great options to consider for your next walling project.
Empress Walling
The Empress Tree, or Paulownia, is a versatile source of lumber and grows rapidly. If properly taken care of, it can even be harvested multiple times, so it’s also eco-friendly. There are a few types of Empress Walling available that can brighten any accent wall and add character to any room.
• Kodiak Empress Walling features a rich, golden color with a few darker planks interspersed to make the rest of the wall stand out.
• Glacier Bay Empress Walling is a lovely white-wash option that works as a neutral, gray wall to display knickknacks or paintings.
• Portage Empress Walling is a darker grayish brown color that adds rustic appeal that matches well with leather furniture and bookcases.
• Yukon Empress Walling is a warm chocolate color that is classy and timeless, an elegant addition to any room.
• Bering Empress Walling is a lighter brown that will go with almost anything in your home.
White Oak
• Loano Walling: a light brown walling with subtle grain that can brighten any room and make it seem larger.
• Genoa Walling: a dark, chocolate brown with a heavy, distinctive grain that is perfect for any library or room with lush, leather furniture.
• Natural Walling: Exceptionally light and bright white with light grain that can enhance the natural light coming into any room.
• Summit Walling: wider planks of a light gray color with hints of a subtle, darker grain to add sweet sophistication to any kind of room with a lot of light.
• Latham Walling: An interesting and eye-catching combination of light and thin dark planks on a textured walling that is sure to bring excitement even to drab rooms.
• 3D Latham Walling: a textured walling with mostly dark planks that features a few light planks to make a statement piece out of your wall.
• 3D Ivory Walling: thin textured planks that are mostly light white with the occasional dark grain running diagonally across the walling.
Acacia
• Natural Walling: the swirls in this light brown wood can breathe new life into an accent wall or an entire room.
• 3D Natural Walling: Mostly light wood, textured walling that is an amazing statement in any home.
Pine
• Random Width Natural Walling: made from reclaimed wood for more eco-friendly designers and homeowners, this walling features the dark ringed grain of pine with the slightly lighter colors of the wood itself.
• 3D Reclaiming Walling: a large variety of thin planks combined that all vary from light grayish color to red to dark black.
Walnut
• Natural Walling: Mostly dark with a few light planks interspersed with different grains that combine to make an eye-catching wall.
• 3D Herringbone Walling: a textured walling that brings the spunky herringbone shape with a mixture of light and dark planks.
Oak
• 7.5” Natural Walling is a fun, square plank walling with the grain running in opposite directions to really make the light colors and the grain pop.
Hevea
• Fearless Walling is a reddish-brown wood with a distinctive grain running vertically that is very rustic in aesthetic.
• Bombshell Walling is a fun mixture of reddish-gray grains that run in opposite directions and are put together in small squares to add some life.
• Elegance Walling is another gray walling with thin planks with horizontal grain.
• Finesse Walling is a reddish walling that has an almost stone aesthetic with interesting mottling that can spice up a room.
• Unforgettable Walling is a mottled gray walling that almost looks like stone.
• Devotion Walling is a lighter brownish-gray thin plank with wide gaps that adds a wonderfully rustic quality to any wall.
• Intuition Walling comes in a variety of darker gray colors to add a neutral background for an accent wall or entire room.
• Ingenue Walling is a gray wood with distinctive gray grain that runs both vertically and horizontally to add a rustic charm.
As you can see, when it comes to wood wall paneling, there are endless options to choose from, which makes it easy to find something that works with your style and helps you achieve your dream home, one wall at a time. Whether you choose to match your flooring or create eye-catching contrast, Hardwood Bargains has a wide selection for you to peruse before setting forth on your design journey!
Sources
https://home.howstuffworks.com/level.htm
https://www.thespruce.com/wood-wall-paneling-alternative-1822880
https://www.dumpsters.com/blog/how-to-get-rid-of-wood-paneling
