As long as your panels are in decent condition you can save yourself the effort of tearing them down.
Contact paper to cover wood paneling.
Press the exposed adhesive 1 4 inch section of the contact paper against the surface you wish to cover using the fingertips of one hand.
Wood paneling is just one of many finishes you can use on the walls of a home.
Wood paneling was once a popular wall covering for homes.
Repositionable contact paper would probably work but i am not sure how much it would cost because not sure how much you need.
Alternatively you can install a layer of 1 4 drywall directly over the paneling making sure to nail or screw the drywall into the wall studs.
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With the other hand pull the rest of the 1 4 inch section of paper taut.
It will update and brighten the walls instantly.
Set the strip of paper adhesive toward the wall working from top to bottom aligning vertically.
While the installation will last many years there are times when you might find it necessary to cover the paneling.
Use a semi gloss.
Work slowly from one corner of the strip to the other smoothing and pushing the contact paper to avoid wrinkles and air bubbles.
Next tape and fill.
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Do not set any wrinkles.
Paint them instead or paper over them with a sturdy wall liner.
Today it can look out of date especially if it s really made from plywood.
After the wall covering is hung paint it in a color choice that will enhance and renew the decor.
Removing the paneling will cause some of the moldings to be a bit short so you ll need to either add to the existing moldings or replace them.
You would be better off painting the paneling.
Smooth the paper to the wall with a dry brush or dry towel.
The raised pattern and texture makes it a great cover up for old wood paneling.
Wet the back of the paper after cutting apply on the wall as before.
Smooth trapped air bubbles to edge of paper to escape.
The lines on the paneling will show through.