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A beautiful, decorative feature for the home, living room paneling ideas can work well in both traditional and contemporary interiors, adding long-lasting character and charm to your space. 

Living room paneling can add depth and luxurious texture, as well as being a practical addition to your walls for added durability, insulation and protection. Paneling ideas for walls are a perfect addition to living room decor, as the room needs to reflect your personal style as well be durable and timeless, with paneling effortlessly being able to provide all.

From modern paneling paint ideas on panels of all shapes and sizes, to traditional Shaker paneling designs, you can be both subtle and bold with your living room paneling ideas.

Living room paneling ideas

A feature that was once associated with traditional properties, living room wall paneling has since become much more than just an insulation method.  

Living room panels are a popular decorative technique for wall décor ideas that can transform the look of a space. With there being an array of traditional and modern styles available, there is a an option to suit all home styles. 

Whether you're updating your existing living room paneling with a fresh coat of paint, or building your own, new panels, we have gathered a collection of inspiring tips and ideas to help you make the most of the paneling in your living room space.

 1. Use square paneling for a neat, geometric look

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Square paneling, also known as Jacobean style paneling, creates a uniformed, symmetrical pattern through the elegant placement of squares. 

The neat, grid effect provides a great platform for living room paint ideas, and creates an inviting, textured style that works well in both small and large spaces alike.

2. Frame your artwork

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For ideas on how to display artwork, living room wall paneling provides the perfect platform to enhance your artwork.  

Whether you create bespoke paneling for chosen pieces of artwork, or utilize the existing panel shapes in your interior space for enhanced gallery wall ideas, it can beautifully frame a painting or photo, creating an added element of depth and texture.

Framing your artwork in this way is also a great option for stair paneling ideas, as staircases often provide the perfect platform for a gallery wall.

3. Keep it minimal

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For a more contemporary look, choose a sleek and minimal living room paneling effect. 

In this living room, painted Black Blue No.95 by Farrow & Ball , the thin, horizontal wooden panel adds an understated element of texture.

Keeping it minimal with paneling is also a great way to subtly zone a living room space. Here, the panel creates a delicate separation between the low seating area and upper wall space with artwork and lighting.

4. Paint living room paneling a neutral color 

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For a timeless and sophisticated look, painting you living room paneling a neutral shade will ensure the design stands the test of time and is a surefire way to make your living room beautiful.

In this bright living room, the walls and panels have been painted a soft, off-white shade, adding emphasis to the paneled design compared to the bright white ceiling.

The overall effect provides a versatile backdrop that can grow with a living room space for years to come, perfect for neutral living room ideas. 

5. Create a monochrome look

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For an impactful look, incorporating living room paneling into a striking, monochromatic design can be a great way to add a contemporary twist to  traditional living room ideas.

The blue paint used in this living room creates a bold, modern design that celebrates color and texture. The paneling here both stands out and blends in with the monochromatic color scheme, with the dark blue shade creating a sophisticated and striking atmosphere, ideal for blue living room ideas.

6. Use a unique fabric panel 

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Traditional wooden panels are known to add texture and depth to a space, but if you want to take this one step further, why not create a create a unique paneled design decorated with soft fabric? 

Tactile and inviting, a fabric panel is a great for decorative room ideas, adding an enhanced element of texture and coziness to your living room space. Using fabric paneling also provides a great platform for mixing patterns and prints in interior design, creating a vibrant space rich with color and character.

Whether you decide to panel across the whole living room space, or create an eye-catching feature panel behind a seating area like in the living room above by Neptune , a fabric panel can create a unique design statement in your home.

7. Coordinate with your wallpaper  

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Coordinating your living space paneling with your wallpaper is a simple tip that is guaranteed to create a cohesive, stylish scheme, as well as being a great way to enhance your wallpaper ideas.

For inspiration, use the color wheel to help you pick a complementary shade or accent color to pair with your chosen wallpaper design.

8. Use exposed wood paneling for a rustic effect 

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A popular style of paneling for the home, especially for bathroom paneling ideas, slats create a clean and classic look, and can be mounted both vertically and horizontally.

In this living room, designed by KJM Interiors , the rustic, wooden planks create a relaxed atmosphere, adding natural texture and warmth to the neutral living room space. The horizontal placement of the paneling also enhances the size of the room, giving the illusion that the space is wider – a handy decorating tip for ceiling paneling ideas also.

9. Be bold with color 

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Using paint ideas and painting paneling a bold shade is a simple way to add color and personality to your living room space. 

Helen Shaw, UK Director at Benjamin Moore , states 'picking the right color to decorate paneling is key; if you prefer a subtle and elegant aesthetic consider a tonal scheme by matching the wall color with the panel décor, or for more impactful finish pick out a complimentary or feature color to draw the eye'.

In this living room, the bright green paneling enhances the beautiful, patterned wallpaper, as well as creating a dynamic contrast with the red striped rug. Adding a modern twist to a traditional wooden design, being bold with paint for living room paneling ideas can create a unique, vibrant effect – a tip that also works well for modern hallway paneling ideas.

10. Pick large panels for a dramatic effect 

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In this living room, the large, gray painted panels complement the scale of the artwork and amplify the feeling of space, creating an added element of height and grandeur.

Picking the right shaped and sized panels that match your living room's proportions will help to create a balanced scheme that makes the most of the space.

How do you panel a living room?

Many living rooms have traditional paneling features which can simply be freshened up and painted to coordinate with your chosen scheme.

However, if you want to add paneling to your living room, there are a few tips to remember beforehand. 

Helen Shaw, UK Director at Benjamin Moore states, 'careful planning is essential so you can ensure that the joins work and that you’ve thought of practical considerations such as how it will work in relation to plug sockets, fireplaces and doors.  

'If you are going to update your space and add paneling, make sure you consider the type of paint you use. Surfaces need to be dust free and well prepared and primed to ensure that the final finish stands up to the demands of the environment'.

Selecting where you want your paneling and measuring your living room is the best place to start, you can then move on to consider factors such as the paneling style, material, paint choice and colors in order to create the perfect paneled design for your space.

Does paneling make a living room look smaller?

Using paneling in larger living rooms is a great way to make the space feel more inviting and cozy, however, not all paneling styles make a room look smaller. 

Using large, vertical panels can give the illusion of added height to a space, with horizontal panels making a room feel wider.

There are many styles and shapes of paneling available, with an array of choices that suit both large and small living room spaces alike.

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Living room paneling ideas, from traditional to modern

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So you've decided on living room paneling ideas for your space, but what style exactly? You might be surprised at the versatility of wall paneling and how it can be used in the space. From rustic and traditional to contemporary and sleek, paneling can be used in myriad ways to transform a room from boring to beautiful, no matter the size or style of the space.

Even after you've decided on the feel you want to create for this living room wall decor idea, there's a huge variety of styles to choose from, from classic beadboard and Shaker-style to modern, geometric slats. 

'Panelling will add character and reflect a period style that is emphasized when hit with light,' says Justyna Korczynska of paint brand Crown. 'As the sun moves throughout the day shadows and texture will be created from the reflection of the sun. Paneling looks great when color-matched to form a drenched wall.'

Take a look at these creative ways to use wall paneling that suit living rooms particularly well.

Creative living room paneling ideas to try

This so to speak 'trend' has been around since the 13th century, a way to add a decorative flourish to a room. For practical purposes, wooden wall paneling offered insulation and protection from dampness and cold.

Over time the popularity of this design grew and it became an ornate and intricate feature, seen in country manors and palaces. The styles of Georgian, Victorian, and Boiserie paneling became mainstays and, in the 18th century, wainscot paneling took over interiors. 

Today, the style seen in modern living rooms is a wonderful confluence of all the yesteryear designs. This feature can transform a room from a vintage-looking space, to one that looks extremely modern and eye-catching. What style do you prefer? 

'Paneling adds character and depth to the living room,' says Poppy Peace, group creative director at Milc Interiors . 'As well as being a stylistic choice, it also serves a practical purpose of softening acoustics and protecting the walls. There are a variety of options available, from more traditional styles like wooden beading to fabric-covered panels which echo a contemporary look and give a comforting feel to a room.'

If your home doesn't already have wall paneling, then consider installing them but think about the proportions of your room first. In a small living room, paneling half a wall might help it feel less cramped. Choose designs that have a special period-specific feel, either made to measure or off the peg. And, if you love the feel of it, you could continue the panelling up the stairs if your living room is close to one.

1. Choose neutral panels as the perfect backdrop

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Sometimes subtlety is the best design idea. Case in point: this wonderful interior. Just the hint of beautiful, straight lines that look like a long gallery wall, painted a soft white could lift your interiors and even provide a wonderful canvas to highlight other elements.

With a decorative wall like this, choose living room furniture pieces that make a statement. Bright colors or bold patterns would look even more accentuated. Remember though, that you want to place items and furniture that do not extend till or above the paneling. Think of the frames as artworks – you want them to be seen easily. 

'I would advise being sympathetic to the period of the property when deciding on the style of paneling,' says Emma Gurner, founder of Folds Inside .  'For this Victorian house, I used beading by Orac Decor which is a durable material and easy to apply. The overall effect adds a sense of grandeur and accentuates the generous proportions of the room.'

2. Try a modern slatted timber wall decor

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In this living room, the large, wooden panels complement the scale of the artwork, and the earthy materiality of the room and amplify the feeling of space, creating an added element of height and grandeur. Wall panels can easily stand in as an accent element in your living room. 

Interestingly, if you like the concept of panels but want to try something unique, consider fabric wall panels that look just as good as wood, make a statement and allow you to mix patterns into the room. 

3. Add panelling to built-in living room storage

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There are more ways than one of using this design element. Forget walls for a moment and think of creative living room storage ideas by paneling the front of built-in storage.  

'The concept for this apartment was natural urbanity, so we chose a combination of materials, round lines, and colours that express nature and tranquillity,' says Natalie Gedalia, principal designer at YGNG . 'Green, earthy brown, sand combined with the city's concrete and straight lines in rhythmic repetitiveness were chosen for the living room. The green paneling unit in wood covers an entire wall, its ridges giving an organic feel to the space.'

4. Paint panels in a contrast to give them a lift

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Sometimes you don't need lots of art or decor items to make a space pop. Work on the existing architectural features or elements and lift them for an effortlessly chic look. This living room paint idea for painting paneling in a contrast is a brilliant way to highlight this feature.

'The wall panels were original but we wanted to emphasize this geometric form by applying color,' says Hélène Pinaud, founder of Heju . 'The blue color is Granite Indigo from Papermint by Mercadier and the pink is Middleton Pink by Farrow & Ball . '

5. Choose three quarter panels 

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Paneling can be a great way to add grandeur to an elegant living room. And nothing is more flattering to the proportions of a lofty, period space than three quarter panelling. It not only adds decorative detail, but helps the ceiling look bigger, creating an optical illusion than particularly suits narrow spaces. 

A wall and ceiling contrast can work especially well in a double-height room where breaking up the visuals, you can bring the visual volume of the room down and make it seem cozier. 

Experiment with soft color contrasts for a stylish visual, as in this scheme. Choose hues that are either adjacent to each other on the color wheel or go for soft tones and pair them with grey, beige, or cream, the most friendly neutrals. 

6. Create a period look with decorative panels

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While basic paneling can be created with DIY store mouldings, you can now find more intricate, decorative-style paneling made from modern composite materials, as well as traditional plaster reliefs. This makes achieving this look more achievable than ever. 

'Brands like Orac Decor have changed the game when it comes to decorative wall mouldings,' explains Livingetc's Hugh Metcalf, 'but for an authentic choice to suit your property, your best bet is still architectural plasterwork company, who handcraft each delicately.' 

7. Experiment with color block on wall panels

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Not only do bright hues lift the mood of the room but those who use it, so why not consider going bold and bright with your wall paneling? A great way to customize your panels is by accentuating them with paint. But don't just brush a flat color onto them and call it a day. Think of interesting living room color ideas, consider unique color effects, like this color block effect.

'Combining paneling and bold hues with texture in the furniture adds depth and creativity,' says Justyna of paint brand Crown . 'Use similarly strong shades and rich patterns to add another layer of color to your room for a strong bold look. Or if you prefer simplicity, make the hues on your panels the heroes and use minimal and neutral-colored furniture and accessories.' 

'The color of your walls will then become the main focus of the room,' Justyna adds. 'Plus the highlights and shadows created by the paneling will add another level to your feature color creating a very bold statement wall.'

8. Camouflage a door with wall panels

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Sometimes a living room will lead to ancillary rooms like a store room or a small kitchen. Sometimes, a surplus door in your space can look jarring, so why not try a hidden door idea? 

Hidden doors work brilliantly with lots of different kinds of wall paneling, but especially modern wall slats. Tactile and inviting, this is a great decorative idea, adding texture and coziness to your living room. 

9. Add paneling to the ceiling to add interest

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The benefits of paneling aren't just limited to walls. They can be applied to ceilings too. As the attraction of accent wall ideas has waned in recent years, decorating the ceiling has taken off as the way to bring in a feature on one surface but that unites the whole room. And this applies to paneling too. 

Slatted panels are the most commonly seen on ceilings, offering the benefit of acoustic insulation between floors, particularly useful if you're decorating an apartment anywhere but the top floor, while styles like coffered ceilings tend to more common than applying Shaker-style paneling to the ceilings. 

What is the best material for wall paneling?

Wall paneling can be used for several purposes. It can be used to hide unsightly walls, exposed wiring, as an accent feature, or suspended from the ceiling to give the space a decorative look. It can add to a luxury living room or give it an earthy touch.

When it comes to materials, there are a few viable options to try. Natural wood has inherent warmth, and richness, and can be sanded, sealed, and polished to make it look as good as new, always. The drawback, of course, is the cost. 

MDF is a more economical option. The panels are porous so can be finished in paint or metallic finishes. MDF isn't as suitable for areas like the bathroom, however. 

Fabric panels like leather, leatherette, and velvet look elegant and give a rich touch to spaces. Even tufted upholstered panels with biscuit, blind, diamond, and channel tufting can give the spaces a unique look.

Finally, PVC panels are waterproof, hygenic, and do not attract dust. Its non-porous surface does not promote the growth of mold or mildew. These are available in many colors, patterns, and textures.

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Does paneling make a room look bigger?

With clever design tricks, you can make a space seem taller and larger. If you have a small living room with low ceilings, you can create the illusion of more height with vertical panels or stripes. The tall panels will trick the eye into believing the room has more height, space, and room.

Aditi Sharma Maheshwari is an architecture and design journalist with over 10 years of experience. She's worked at some of the leading media houses in India such as Elle Decor, Houzz and Architectural Digest (Condé Nast).  Till recently, she was a freelance writer for publications such as Architectural Digest US, House Beautiful, Stir World, Beautiful Homes India among others. In her spare time, she volunteers at animal shelters and other rescue organizations. 

Living Room Wall Panels - Photo & Review

Probably, many will be surprised by such wall decoration in the living room as wall panels. Indeed, for most, the idea of ​​\u200b\u200brepair is associated with wallpaper or paint. In fact, everything is much more interesting and attractive than it might seem at first glance. There are so many materials for wall decoration that ordinary wallpaper seems to be something simple and banal.

In this article we will talk about how such panels are used in the interior of the living room? What are their advantages and disadvantages? Let's talk about the types and varieties of such panels. And also how to fix them correctly.

Wall panels: pros and cons

When choosing such a finishing method as wall panels in the living room, you should carefully consider what they are and what the final result will be. It is necessary to study in detail all the pros and cons of the panels in this room. The advantage of this finish is as follows:

  1. wall panels are easy to attach. It does not require special special skills and the help of specialists. If time allows and hands, as they say, grow from there, then everything will seem simple;
  2. soundproofing material can be placed under these panels without any problems. For example, mineral wool, which will isolate the room from intrusive noises coming from neighboring apartments;
  3. wall panels have an attractive appearance. So, there is no need to specially decorate the surface;
  4. and a very important argument “for” is that there is no need to level the original walls, plaster and carry out similar work, thanks to a properly fixed profile, the walls will turn out to be even and smooth.

As for the shortcomings, first of all, they are associated with the characteristics of the materials from which they are made.

Varieties of wall panels

In order to make the right choice of wall panels, you need to know what varieties of them the finishing materials market offers. Wall panels are classified according to shape and size, the following types are distinguished:

Material and texture of panels

In the manufacture of wall panels, different materials are used, which provides them with different performance and external characteristics. So, panels can be made from the following materials:

MDF wall panels are wood fibers treated with high pressure and heat. At the same time, the composition of such panels does not include resins and toxic phenols, which means that they can be considered environmentally friendly, and they can be used not only for finishing office premises, but also at home in the living room or bedroom.

The surface of the panel is matte, glossy and textured. They do not require special care, because thanks to the laminated surface, dust practically does not stick, therefore it is enough to wipe them with a damp cloth as needed. In addition, such panels do not fade in the sun and are easily dismantled.

Plastic wall panels are also environmentally friendly, while they have good sound insulation and retain heat. It is possible to use such panels when decorating the walls of the living room, but we would not advise them to close up all the walls with them, but to combine them with other material.

They are best used in rooms with high humidity. The color scheme of these wall panels is diverse, so you can choose them for the appropriate interior. The service life of the panels is very high, they are sheathed with walls even in country houses, which may not be heated in winter.

Panels made from trees such as alder, maple, cherry, ash, cedar, oak are used not only for finishing ceilings, but also for creating partitions in the living room and such architectural structures as columns and arches. Very often combine wall panels from different types of wood. To extend the service life, such panels are coated with a special wax or varnish. But remember that such panels are very sensitive to moisture.

Recently, glass and 3D panels have appeared. At first, it may not be clear what they are. But in fact, glass panels are a well-known apron in the kitchen. Therefore, we will not talk about this type of panels as a decoration for the living room. As for 3D panels, they are made of a special material consisting of three layers: basic, embossed and decorative. The main layer can be made using gypsum or MDF, the decorative layer can be treated with varnish, enamel, veneer or even leather.

Mounting methods

Regardless of the type of panels, before they are directly attached to the wall, a lattice is constructed from wooden logs and metal profiles. These logs are fixed on the wall with the help of self-tapping screws at the required distance from each other. The thickness of such a log is from 20 to 30 mm. Then a wall panel is attached to the grate using special brackets or self-tapping screws.

Panels can be connected to each other in two ways: groove to groove or groove to tongue. Individual wall elements can be attached with silicone or acrylic based adhesives. If you need to fix the TV on a wall sheathed with wall panels, you need to think about its mounting in advance. It is better to screw fasteners into a rough concrete wall, all unnecessary parts will subsequently be covered with panels, this approach will ensure the reliability of the entire structure.

In conclusion, we note that the wall panels in the interior of the living room look very interesting. They decorate one of the walls in the room, combining with another finish, which emphasizes the style of the room and its individuality. It will not be difficult to choose such panels, their color scheme and texture are diverse.

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Material for MDF panels

One way or another, everyone has come across MDF panels more than once because it was often used in the decoration of vestibules, wagons, office and other public spaces.

For any room with a pattern or texture

In residential buildings and apartments, their use was limited to finishing hallways and loggias. The design of MDF panels was not very diverse and therefore this material was considered a budget option for an official restrained style.

Budget option for a room

Now MDF products are used for wall cladding, which are sometimes difficult to attribute to this material. They differ not only in their quality, but also in their diverse appearance.

Light Color Panels

But let's first look at what these products are all about. MDF wall panels are a decorative finishing coating of wood origin, made from wood waste, crushed to a dust fraction, with the addition of organic binders.

Decorative finishing material of wood origin

That is why the abbreviation MDF stands for "fine fraction". During the manufacturing process, the raw material is subjected not only to pressure, but also to high temperatures, as a result, the processed product in the form of panels is obtained with a dense homogeneous structure.

Used for furniture and finishing materials

Such products in terms of the possibilities of further processing during installation surpass even natural wood and are not inferior to it in terms of technological and environmental requirements. The panels are mounted either by fixing them to a frame made of wood or a galvanized profile, or by gluing them to the wall surface with “liquid nails”.

Decorative wood finish

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TOP-8 types of MDF wall panels

By their shape, the panels are:

1 In the form of rails (narrow panels) having a groove connection: a groove - a comb. They are easy to install on their own and are widely used for cladding.

Narrow panels with groove connection

2 In the form of sheets of various sizes. Sufficient sheet area allows you to use different techniques for its design: photo printing. 3D images, panels and graphics.

Sheets of panels in various sizes

3 In the form of slabs similar to large tiles. For fastening in the design of these products, as well as for slatted panels, a tongue-and-groove locking connection is provided.

Tiles similar to ceramic tiles

In appearance they are produced by:

4 Veneered when the top layer consists of a thin layer of natural wood called veneer. The product has a look that is completely identical to a natural wooden board and is much lower in cost.

Panels with veneered surface

5 With laminated surface , which is a thin coating of a special film, with imitation of various natural materials, color or plain patterns. A wide variety of designs make laminate products the most sought after MDF wall cladding products.

The most popular laminated panels

6 Painted surface when the lamella is painted on top in various color shades. Paint performs a protective and decorative function.

Painted wall panels

7 Photo printed panels. The image is applied from the front side of the panel. From above it is covered with an acrylic colorless varnish that protects from external damage.

Photo panels

8 Panels with a pattern or pattern that has a 3D effect. These products are newly developed and are a novelty in design. The surface of the products, which depicts abstract three-dimensional drawings, geometric shapes imitating various types of relief, looks unusual and very impressive.

3D effect on panels with a pattern

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TOP 7 options for using modern MDF panels

Now, having such a variety of MDF products, you should not limit yourself to finishing only the corridor, balcony or loggia, although they can be decorated in a completely new way by choosing the appropriate design option. You can successfully decorate with such sheets the walls of the living room, hallway, kitchen, as well as ceilings, front doors, sides of flights of stairs.

You can successfully decorate the walls of the living room with such sheets

Let's look at how to decorate rooms and places with different purposes with panel MDF.

Finishing the hallway with MDF panels

Cladding the hallway is not as easy as it seems at first. This is a problematic room because there is little light in it. It usually contains several doors that make it difficult to install panels. Here the walls are the most polluted because the entrance hall is a common area and it is not as large as the living room.

In the hallway, the walls are more polluted

Given these features, it is better to finish the hallway with slatted panels. They are convenient for facing the hallway, because they are small in size and can fit into any problematic place.

The appearance of the surface of such products must match the style of the hallway and its characteristics. For facing a small hallway, light-colored products are better suited, they will visually enlarge this room.

Slatted panels for a small hallway

It is a good idea to use vertical panels in yellow and white, which alternate with each other. The doors are upholstered with brown slats to match the furniture elements located in the corridor.

Vertical MDF panels in two colors in the hallway

It is possible to finish the walls in the hallway not completely with panels. The corridor looks interesting, in which the walls are sheathed with MDF only from below, and from above they are pasted over with wallpaper that matches in tone.

This design can be used in a medium-sized hallway or in a large space.

Using MDF panels to finish the living room

All walls in the living room are rarely lined with MDF panel elements. An interior in which this material is used only in fragments will be attractive.

Wall cladding with light panels

For example, you can focus on one wall by cladding it with 3D panels with a pattern that matches the style. The photo shows a design option for a living room, in which one wall is lined with 3D elements in the form of waves. This panel is well suited for the overall interior of the living room.

3D waves in your living room

Designers often use paneling on one wall to play up a piece of furniture, such as finishing the wall on which the TV hangs.

A picture or a TV set as an accent for the wall

If you decide to cover the walls in the living room completely with panels, pay attention to their location. Longitudinal arrangement is suitable for rooms with low ceilings. This visually increases the height of the room.

Longitudinal panel arrangement for low ceilings

Transverse arrangement suitable for large spaces.

Lateral arrangement of panels suitable for a large room

Finishing the bedroom

The walls of the bedroom, as well as in the living room, are rarely faced with MDF. If you plan to use this material for wall cladding in this room, you should approach this with caution. Despite the safety of its modern manufacture, it is wiser to use soft breathable wallpaper for a bedroom in an apartment. But for a private house or cottage, where the room is not heated in winter, it is quite suitable.

The best solution for MDF panels for a private house

MDF is not afraid of large temperature fluctuations and is not subject to deformation from this. It is also better to sheathe the walls in the living room in fragments. Often they trim the wall at the head of the bed with such material.

Finishing material at the head of the bed

The wall sheathing behind the bed looks interesting with 3D panels with an imitation of a carriage upholstery. This design looks especially modern.

Capitone imitation at the head of the bed

Use of MDF panels in bathrooms and toilets

Modern MDF wall panels can be successfully used for bathrooms and toilets. Now many types of such products with moisture resistant qualities are being produced.

A beautiful and unusual solution for the bathroom

With their help, you can successfully imitate ceramic tiles without fear of damage to the material from moisture. At the same time, it will cost much cheaper than tiles. At the same time, the variety of design design is much wider than ceramics. It is possible, with the help of panels, with fragments of a picture applied to them, to create a whole panel in the bathroom.

MDF panels in the bathroom

By choosing the products in the right way to implement the intended style, you can decorate your bathroom in a completely original way.

Moisture-resistant bathroom panels

The bathroom is finished with panels coated with a protective varnish in dark colors. With a white bathtub and sink, the walls look magical.

Dark room with white sanitary ware

Using a design in light colors, you can get a completely different look in the bathroom.

Light bathroom with black accents

These walls will last a long time. They also wash well from dirt without losing color brightness. The only negative is that you can not use aggressive cleaning products so as not to scratch the protective surface.

Ecologically clean material for comfort

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MDF finishing panels

How to finish with sheet MDF wall panels in the bathroom

Cheap and practical solution for wall decoration

design of the walls of the boars For wall cladding of balconies and loggias, MDF products are the most popular. Given the diverse design of modern panels, these places can be turned into a wonderful space for relaxation by completely decorating all the walls with such materials.

The most demanded material for finishing the balcony

They are easy to install, wipe off dust and not be afraid of discoloration from sunlight.

Looks calm and natural

MDF in the kitchen

This material is often used in the kitchen for wall decoration. They are usually paneled halfway down the wall. The upper part is either pasted over with washable wallpaper, or decorative plaster or other materials are used.

Wall decoration in the kitchen with MDF panels

But the main area in the kitchen for finishing with MDF panels is the backsplash. To do this, use modern panels that are not afraid of water and are well protected from fire.

Apron made of water-resistant panels

Given their extensive design potential, represented by all kinds of surfaces from imitation of wood, stone and other natural structures to photo printing and 3D images, you can design an apron according to your desire for any style of kitchen. It will cost much cheaper than finishing with tiles, and the work is carried out much faster without any problems.

Photo printing to emphasize the backsplash from panels

You can choose products that are identical to the surfaces of kitchen work tables, especially since MDF boards are often used to make furniture.

Furniture made of MDF panels

Cladding the ceiling surface with MDF panels

MDF panels can be used to finish the ceiling. They are identical in characteristics to products for walls. For sheathing the ceiling surface, mainly lath materials are used, which have a lock for fastening the elements to each other of the "comb-groove" type.

Ceiling slatted panels

They are mounted on the ceiling using the same technology as on the walls. First, a frame made of wooden bars or a galvanized profile is installed on it. MDF panels are fixed perpendicular to the frame using special hangers.

Laying technology is the same as for walls

With this cladding, in addition to leveling the ceiling, it becomes possible to disguise the wiring for ceiling lights.

Cladding the ceiling surface with panels in the country house

This is the traditional way to finish the ceiling on the loggias and in the corridor. Now often in the bathroom and toilet they also use ceiling trim with MDF panels.

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Finishing with MDF panels

You got acquainted with various options for designer wall cladding with MDF panels, which have a variety of surface appearances and high-quality execution, taking into account the purpose and characteristics of residential premises. design of different rooms. I hope they will help you finally decide on the choice of this material for finishing your home and choose the necessary design style. If you do not agree with the rating of the article, then just put your ratings and argue them in the comments.

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