Decorative Fretwork Wall Panels (2024)

FAQs

What is the decorative wood on the wall called? ›

Wainscoting is any style of wood paneling that is on the lower one-half to one-third of a wall, usually around the entire room perimeter. Wainscoting protects the wall from damage, especially in areas prone to impact, such as dining rooms or children's rooms. Wainscoting is commonly assembled from beadboard panels.

Fretwork Panels are pre-fabricated panels made out of PVC for easy cutting and installation. These panels are an affordable solution to wooden pieces, and they are very lightweight making the installation process a breeze.

Hiding unsightly seams is as simple as applying a premade joint compound over them. With careful sanding, the compound creates a smooth surface you can easily refinish with a new coat of paint. You don't even have to tear down paneling to start remodeling!

For the best results, we recommend using Loctite PL Premium 3X Construction Adhesive. It sets in 30 minutes and, under most weather conditions, fully cures in 24 hours. It's an ideal all-purpose adhesive for both interior and exterior projects.

Nickel gap boards are a great way to create a rustic look without the fuss of shiplap. They are similar to the previous shiplap look but now come in a broader range of colors, including flat whites that ignore the wood grain look for a cleaner, more modern feel. This option has narrow slots between each board.

The most affordable type of wood paneling is shiplap, which is gaining popularity in homes. Installation is easy as you just need to fit individual pieces into grooves. Another affordable option is beadboard or drop siding.

Cost. Shiplap costs an average of $1,000 to install, or between $2.50 and $7 per square foot. Beadboard and similar wood paneling costs around $1,325 on average, or about $7 to $20 per square foot.

Fretwork is an ornamental design that is carved in low relief on a solid background or cut out with a fretsaw. The term fretwork derives from the French freter, meaning lattice.

Fretwork is an interlaced decorative design that is either carved in low relief on a solid background, or cut out with a fretsaw, coping saw, jigsaw or scroll saw. Most fretwork patterns are geometric in design. The materials most commonly used are wood and metal.

How do you do DIY Panelling? ›

MDF. MDF is a common type of decorative wall panel used for a number of applications. It is a composite material of small pieces of wood and resins that are compressed under high heat and pressure. This makes it more durable and sturdy than other woods.

History of Scroll Sawing

The evolution of the scroll saw is linked to the rise in popularity of fretwork—the sawing of intricate shapes from wood. Although there are examples of fretwork-like decorations on early Egyptian, Greek and Roman furniture, these were probably carved or cut with a knife.

Use Hooks or Velcro with Removable Adhesive: These have become many people's go-to options. The product is a simple hook or Velcro-style strip with a special adhesive strip. This adhesive works by maintaining surface area with your wall.

The quickest way to attach the MDF to the wall is with adhesive glue. If you choose this option, apply the adhesive to the MDF, 10cm from the edges and no more than 30cm between blobs. Position the MDF against the wall and firmly push it into place. This spreads the adhesive evenly, helping it better stick.

TO ATTACH THE PANELING TO THE WALL

Secure the paneling to the wall with panel adhesive and finishing nails. Load a caulking gun with a tube of panel adhesive and apply a small dab of it on the wall about every 10 inches. Place the panel on the wall and press it into the adhesive.

One of the easiest ways to hang plates on a wall is with adhesive discs. The discs come with a glue on the back that is activated when you add a little water. You stick them onto the back of your decorative plates and then hang the hooks attached to the discs on a wall.