25+ STYLISH WAINSCOTING IDEAS: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WAINSCOTING

Wainscoting is a classic way to add texture and interest to the walls of any room and are a beautiful detail to add to your interior design. We’ve rounded up nearly 40 stylish wainscoting ideas to help you decide what look is best for your home.

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Lets get this party started with an excellent example of a wainscoted wall, paneled wall, shared with us by Decor Chick:

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Beadboard Wainscot

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Justin and I have used board and batten in most of our homes. You can choose an installation method to fit your budget, time, and skill level.

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Picture Frame Wainscoting

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Non-Traditional Wainscoting Ideas

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Wainscoting for Every Room!

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6 FUN AND STYLISH HOME OFFICE ORGANIZATION IDEAS

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25+ STYLISH WAINSCOTING IDEAS: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WAINSCOTING

Wainscoting is a classic way to add texture and interest to the walls of any room and are a beautiful detail to add to your interior design. We’ve rounded up nearly 40 stylish wainscoting ideas to help you decide what look is best for your home.

Lets get this party started with an excellent example of a wainscoted wall, paneled wall, shared with us by Decor Chick:

Beadboard Wainscot

Beadboard wainscot is quick to install and doesn’t require as much of the measuring and math as many of the other styles of wainscoting do.

Justin and I have used board and batten in most of our homes. You can choose an installation method to fit your budget, time, and skill level.

Board and Batten Wainscoting

Picture Frame Wainscoting

Picture frame style wainscoting is another popular style, especially in older homes where you need more classic styles to match the architecture.

Non-Traditional Wainscoting Ideas

There are plenty of non-traditional and unique wainscot styles that will set your home apart from builder grade.

Wainscoting for Every Room!

Try it, try it, and you may; try it and you may LOVE IT, I say… (Sorry, apparently I read Green Eggs and Ham too much!)

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