After it has been sanded apply primer and paint the paneling for a fresh new look.
How to cover up wall paneling.
If the wall has plaster or drywall behind the paneling and the paneling wasn t glued to the wall surface you may be able to remove the paneling and rehab the old wall surface using drywall joint compound.
Before filling nail holes in drywall with joint compound dent the surface around the nail hole slightly using a hammer with a rounded head or.
After the wall covering is hung paint it in a color choice that will enhance and renew the decor.
This will create geometric dimension and can easily dress up lackluster areas.
Cover the entire wall with sheet metal.
If the paneling is in good condition clean it with mild dish soap and water and then sand it with a medium grit sandpaper.
A common way to split walls in homes that prefer the rustic look is to use recovered or new sheet metal to cover a lower or upper half of a wood panel wall.
Give your walls extra style in the kitchen by color blocking wood paneling and then added a tile backsplash over it.
There are several methods to cover up the vinyl without tearing it out or replacing it entirely.
Use a semi gloss.
For tips from our contractor reviewer on how to cover paneling with a wall liner read on.