How To Attach Paneling To Plaster Walls

Use a nailset to set the head flush.

How to attach paneling to plaster walls.

The typical method of installation is to press the panel to the wall using your hand or a towel. Measure and cut the baseboards using a miter saw. Cut the wood panels to the length you. Attach them with finishing nails secured to the wall studs.

Set the first sheet of drywall against the wall and rest the bottom edge on top of the row of spacer boards. Insert 2 inch drywall screws through the drywall and into the wall studs behind the. Make a mark with a pencil where the studs are. Use a studfinder to locate the studs and nail into those so your panel is secure.

Press the panel back to the wall and it should hold very firmly. An alternative to gluing your paneling directly to the walls is to glue wooden studs to the walls and then attach the paneling to the studs. One piece should be cut at a 15 degree angle to the front and the complementary angle on the back. For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 1 4 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done.

Press all over the surface to assure glue transfer to the wall. Locate and mark the studs on the wall using a stud finder. You can use standard 2 x 4 boards and strong adhesive to create a wooden framework to which you can easily attach your paneling. Some older plaster walls have a thin strip of wood that runs around the perimeter of a room usually between 1 inch 2 5 cm to 1 foot 30 cm below the edge of the ceiling.

For a professional look don t hammer the nail completely in. Attach the strips to the wall with 2 inch brad nails. Continue until all walls are covered and all moulding is attached. Most studs are 16 inches apart so once you find one the.

Screws and screws with masonry anchors for heavy items are your best choice for hanging things on plaster walls without picture rail. How to install beadboard to plaster walls step 1. While a partner holds the panel use finishing nails to attach it to the wall. Join pieces in the corners with 45 degree angles.

Wait until the wall is completely dry. Use a stud finder to locate the studs in the wall.