Purpose Of Wall Paneling

Paneling might be a mid-20th century interior fashion, but recently it has regained popularity. Many home and retail owners are getting spaces redesigned with cladding sheets. It is a great way to update the look and feel of a space. 

Wall panels are multipurpose wall coverings that are easy to install and effective in adding depth and character to any space. It has the potential to ace the true transformation of a home. Primarily, wood paneling can add luxury and charm to any place while also providing structural support.

Wall Paneling Ideas

People find versatile ways to give a modern touch to spaces, and wall panelings are an essential part of this equation.

Decorative wall panels add an aesthetic appeal to a modern space using a mix of creative stylings and sleek geometry. In addition, some inexpensive glass paneling options can help add a unique look to the bathroom walls.

Read on to discover some contemporary wall paneling ideas for a modern home.

• Wainscoting is one of the trendy touches of wall paneling that people are adding to their homes.  It dramatically makes the room more youthful when used in brighter shades. In addition, pastel-coloured wall paneling can bring out the room's dreamy side, adding the amount of character required.
• Wood wall paneling can be used in a room where the aim is to highlight one wall against the other. These wall coverings will help that wall to stand out to highlight a specific part of the room, like a wall with the entertainment unit.
• A solid wood panel can add a traditional look to the house's interior In the classical dark wood style. 
• If the aim is to make the room look spacious, clean, and light, veneer wall paneling would be an excellent choice. In white, this wall paneling creates a nautical vibe while adding a subtle dimension to it as well.
• PVC cladding can be used to create a suspended ceiling that adds a clean and smooth finish to the ceiling hiding untidy electrical wires and pipes. 
• It is more comfortable to do the soundproofing of the entertainment rooms to play music, movie, or games on speakers without the worry of disturbing the neighbours. Installing acoustic-friendly fabric panels in the room is the best way to achieve that. 
• Hardboard wood panels can be used to create the faux-brick look, which has the potential to make any room look ten times cosier.
• Giving the house a royal look has never been this easy—the elegant wall fabrics paneling can add warmth to the bedroom without the use of any artwork. Instead, it brings a whole ambience in itself.
• Wooden 3D wall paneling can give a futuristic look to any space. These wall coverings are ideal to be used in a gaming room. 
• Reflective bathroom wall panels can be used to make a bathroom brighter. Furthermore, installing waterproof wall coverings can turn out to be helpful too. 

These wall panels & cladding are a way better option against the basic wallpapers used in houses for decades. In addition, the designs that can be created with wall panelings add an instant charm to a home. 

How To Panel A Wall 

Paneling a wall is a lot easier than it might seem. However, there are a few things that are a must-know to execute DIY paneling. 

Here is how to structure the installation.

• Plan: Before starting, it is essential to know how the wall needs to look after the installation. Collect the material according to that so the process wouldn't need to be halted in between. Then place the material in the room. It needs to be installed for 2, 3 days, so the wood gets adjusted to the humidity level. 
• Preparing the wall: Remove all nails, holders, skirting, moulding, and jambs from the wall. Next, fix any wall issues like flaky plaster, damp wall, and any other issue that might affect the paneling. 
• Fix the frame: Fix the wall covering to the wall using nails and hammer or glue it with sealant and fillers. 
• Attach the paneling: Attach the wall paneling to the frame and caulk any gaps.
• Coat the paneling: Wood paneling needs to be undercoated with a primer twice. Then, after it dries, two coats of paint would allow the paneling to get its final look.