Wood Paneling - A Unifying Element

Think outside the box with paneling!  Don't confine it to 8' walls or use it simply to cover up a tired or damaged surface.  If you'll consider wood paneling a style element, the possibilities are endless.

A homeowner faced several challenges while planning an addition to their existing structure:

1. Transition old and new functionality
2. Remove or hide the original kitchen's "popcorn ceiling"
3. Incorporate a contemporary design with traditional styling, and
4. Keep the new design on budget

Their solution was to unify the new addition with the existing space using paintable Beadboard paneling, for a retro feeling to the spaces.  To address their desire for a current feel to the spaces, they chose to use fashionabe interior paint colors to very effectively marry the contemporary and traditional styles.  Their newly created butler's pantry features beaded paneling behind the cabinetry and as a backsplash.  The kitchen itself incorporates tall beaded wainscot panels on the walls for a current look, and was used as a backsplash and was also used on the once 'popcorn' ceiling.  The result was a unique set of solutions combined to address several design criteria, easy to keep clean, just wipe with a damp cloth with a non-abrasive, mild detergent.  Wipe again with dry cloth.

Designer Hints You can follow:

1. Incorporate panels or planking into the design of islands and built-in furniture
2. Use panels throughout the home as a unifying element
3. Consider that pre-finished beadboard is a quick and easy design solution
4. If you choose unfinished panels, use semi-gloss paint as a durable and excellent surface material
5. Remember that paneling complements any style, whether modern, traditional, or anything in between

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