Beadboard panels are great in any space where durability is more important than formality, and since they are manufactured in 4′ x 8′ sheets, they’re much easier to install than traditional tongue-and-groove panels.

Materials:

Beadboard paneling, Hammer, Finishing nails, Tape measure, Level, Circular saw, Primer, Acrylic paint, Paintbrushes, Cap molding, Shoe molding, Safety glasses, Miter saw, Nail set, Sandpaper

Before you start, acclimate the sheets to the environment where they will be installed for a minimum of 48 hours.

You should begin the installation in a corner. Loosely fit a panel against the edge of the adjacent wall and trim if necessary to make the sheet plumb.

Note: Apply a minimum 4 mil. vapor barrier under the beadboard paneling when installing on below-grade walls.

Leave an 1/8″ gap at the corners and around cutouts and door and window openings. Leave a 1/4″ gap at the top and the bottom of the wall for expansion.

Nail the panel into the wall studs, placing the nails 6″ apart and 3/8″ from the edge of the panel. Place nails 12″ apart at intermediate areas of the panel.

Note: When nailing the panel to the stud, use casing, finishing or paneling nails that allow a minimum of 1″ penetration into the wall stud. Use corrosion-resistant nails for protected outdoor applications. (more…)

Wainscoting Beadboard is a classic element used in the traditional and cottage-style designs,”. “However, the neutral finish and clean lines makes it an ideal fit for contemporary decor schemes.

The Wood-Haven beadboard ceiling planks are designed with kitchens and baths in mind, because they can spruce up a stained ceiling or add architectural interest to a small space. “Choices in ceiling decor aren’t just limited to white gypsum drywall.

Cabinetry is an obvious showcase for beadboard’s charms. A number of manufacturers have added a bright, white door alongside darker glazes and finishes. The beadboard panel on the Nantucket door from Quality can be mixed with plain white door and panel styles for a more varied or contemporary look.Beadboard in the bath is a fitting counterpoint to the “luxury spa” trend. Traditional paneling imparts an unfussy appearance behind simple fixtures.