To add beauty and character to a room, tongue and groove paneling can be installed over drywall. There are several methods to install this type of paneling, but they all require careful measuring and precise cutting. Most panels are attached to furring strips which run vertically along the wall. This is the most popular method. Another way is to install diagonally using a 45 degree angle cut at both ends to form the long groove side.
Installation Steps
You must remove all hooks, outlets and nails from walls before hanging wood planks. Sand any wall protrusions. This task can be accomplished with a power sander, large sandpaper sections or an extension base.
Check whether the tongue and groove paneling has been nailed to drywall, studs or both
A pry bar can be placed near the corner of the wall where the tongue and groove panels meet. With your hammer tap the prybar into seams where the two wall meet. If the panel has been nailed onto drywall, you'll need pliers and a pry bar to lift it from the wall.
Decide whether your tongue and groove wall panels have been nailed or glue.
Once you are certain your paneling and drywall are nailed, start removing trim. In the ideal case, you can reuse the trim.
If you are unable or unwilling to reuse the trim you will need to order new wood paneling. You will need four sheets of 4'x8" wood paneling to cover the walls you want. Measure the wall width and divide that number by 4. You will need to subtract half of each panel from walls that are higher than 8 feet. For windows and doors, you will need to subtract a quarter of each panel.
Marking a Straight Edge on Drywall
To ensure that your wood paneling is installed evenly across the drywall surface, run a straight edge along the wall from side to side. Look for any areas where the drywall protrudes above or below the wood paneling, especially at corners and over door and window frames. Your paneling might not lay flat if it bulges.
Use a dust mask to sand the drywall
You should sand any areas where the drywall is protruding when installing tongue and groove panels over drywall. This will make installation of your paneling much easier and more evenly.
Finishing with Wood Puffin
Once you have sanded the drywall down, apply wood putty to the walls. This will seal the joints between panels and walls. You can also stain the paneling with a wood stain to give it a more natural look, but this is a more labor-intensive process than applying a coat of paint.
Drywall paneling can be attached to
For attaching wood paneling to drywall you will need a nail set featuring rounded heads. These fasteners can be purchased at most hardware shops and cost approximately $4 for a pack of 16-penny common nail. These nails can be used with any wood type, including plywood anddrywall. If you want to install thicker boards, however, you may prefer construction staples or pneumatic quickeners.
FAQ
What should I do if I want to hire an architect/builder?
If you are planning to renovate your own home, it may be easier to just hire someone else to do the work for you. You can hire an architect to help you design the perfect home.
Is there anything I could do to save on my home renovations?
You can save some money by doing as much of the work yourself as possible. One way to save money is to try and reduce the number people who are involved in the remodeling process. It is also possible to cut down on the cost of materials during renovations.
How important do you need to be preapproved for a mortgage loan?
Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is very important because it gives you an idea of how much money you need to borrow. It helps you to determine if your loan application is eligible.
Statistics
- On jumbo loans of more than $636,150, you'll be able to borrow up to 80% of the home's completed value. (kiplinger.com)
- They'll usually lend up to 90% of your home's "as-completed" value, but no more than $424,100 in most locales or $636,150 in high-cost areas. (kiplinger.com)
- A final payment of, say, 5% to 10% will be due when the space is livable and usable (your contract probably will say "substantial completion"). (kiplinger.com)
- Rather, allot 10% to 15% for a contingency fund to pay for unexpected construction issues. (kiplinger.com)
- Most lenders will lend you up to 75% or 80% of the appraised value of your home, but some will go higher. (kiplinger.com)
External Links
How To
Where can you find information about home improvement?
You can save money on home improvements while still improving your home. There are many ways to make your home more attractive without spending a lot of money. Painting, landscaping and adding a hot spa are some of the options. Many resources are available online that will assist you in deciding which project you should undertake.
There is a lot of information available on the internet regarding home improvement projects. Many websites provide detailed instructions to help you complete different tasks. You can see how your house would look after you have completed each task on many of these websites.
Professionals might also publish articles on home improvement topics. For example, you may read a magazine article about the best type of paint to use on your walls. This article may give you some tips for choosing the right colors and types to match your decor.
You can also find websites that provide advice and recommendations on home improvements. Houzz.com or Pinterest.com are great websites to learn more about home improvement projects. Each website has useful information about the products and services you may be interested in.
Some websites focus exclusively on home improvement. Lowe's.com, for example, allows you to view the company's entire catalog of tools and other materials that are used in home improvements. You might also find helpful information about choosing and installing window treatments.
Home improvement projects can be fun, interesting, and rewarding. These are the things you can do to improve your home.