Wall Paneling Decorating Ideas and Wood Feature Walls

Adding some unique flair to your walls can bring new life to an entire room. Wall paneling is a subtle and creative way to add unique charm and character to your home. From simple wood wall panel to bold geometric shapes, wall paneling offers endless possibilities, allowing you to create a space that is unique to your preferences and home style.

In this article, we will explore some creative and practical wall panel decoration ideas to give you various inspirations and techniques for decorating your walls. Let’s explore together and add a special touch to your home!

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I. Ideas for DIY wall panels

1. Wood feature wall

(1) Fin Profile Timber Feature Walls

For depth and size, choose a classic fin profile. Available in square and tapered paneling (V-shaped fins), the fins’ slightly angled profile is ideal for interior wooden feature walls. If you decide to use Western Red Cedar, you can further enhance the synergy between indoor and outdoor spaces by installing feature walls, such as suspended timber ceilings, in exterior areas of the building.

It’s easy to see why Fin Profile is one of the most popular siding products as it is installed in many applications and comes in a variety of colours, Fin Profile is an all-rounder and suitable for almost any building and application.

(2) Flat Profile Timber Feature Walls

Do you have a timber feature wall idea that would achieve the classic Australian weatherboard look? Try a flat silhouette. The wide surface allows the natural tones and grains of the wood to speak for themselves, while also being ideal for coated finishes.

A flat profiled timber feature wall can be used to great effect in media rooms, large reception rooms and dining rooms. We even mixed flat profiles with fin profiles to create a multi-textured, multi-faceted look. The flat profile has even spacing “out of the box”, but we let architects and designers create their own variations, like the one pictured above, to bring even more versatility to the product.

(3) Fin Combo Timber Feature Walls

Looking for a truly eye-catching wooden feature wall for your interior? Enjoy the 3D effect of the fin combination! With George Panel Products, you can interchange panels of different profiles and sizes (three combinations) to create a naturally textured wave effect. Imagine how stunning this wooden feature wall would look applied to a curved or rounded surface – double the effect!

2. Use DIY wall panels to hide clutter

Modern living rooms are filled with cluttered little things that work behind the scenes to make the space more comfortable and functional. These include electrical fittings, rows of wires or pipes for air conditioning and heating, which are best hidden.

While these may have been hidden in the cement of the wall during construction, if you want to upgrade a room without a major renovation, simple slat wall panels can do the trick! Keep all cables and pipes contained to a single wall, covering them with a material that complements the rest of the design.

Create a frame or grid in front of this wall and adhere wooden slats to it at equally spaced posts to build simple wall wood paneling.

Style tips

In this space, thin MDF slats create a stylish addition to the living room. The stain selected for the panels was matched internally to the wood flooring to ensure uniformity.

3. Mirrored wall panels can make any room look larger

This is the simplest, no-brainer method when you want to make any room appear visually larger. Carefully placed mirrors always add depth to every space. Also, this tip works great in smaller rooms in the house, such as bedrooms or bathrooms. This is also the easiest DIY tip for glass wall panels. Simply measure the wall you want to work on and cut the mirrored glass panels to fit the same dimensions. Make sure to use the correct glue to attach them. There are two types of adhesives best suited for mirrors, polyurethane and silicone. None of them are solvent-based, and polyurethane adhesives are often sold as two-part solutions.

DIY tips

An easier trick for mirror wall panels is to purchase a large mirror and place it against the wall. You can add a simple wooden frame to its sides to make it look more elegant and polished. This trick works great if you want to open up a small corner without any invasive work. It can also create a dressing table with a table in front.

4. Wood grid creates neat and unified DIY wall panels

Any piece of furniture or interior design always seems neater and more cohesive when it is designed symmetrically. If you’re looking for wall paneling ideas but are afraid of making a mess, try fixing a wood grid to your wall for a well-proportioned effect. For a more secure hold, they can be fastened together or secured to the wall using wood glue. Once installed, you can paint it the same color as your existing walls, or a complementary or color-blocked hue to create an accent wall.

5. Fabric wall panels for a more comfortable room

If you want to make your bedroom more luxurious and comfortable, this is the perfect DIY wall paneling idea. A tufted headboard behind the bed not only provides a comfortable backrest for the bed, but also brings unique style and design to the entire piece of furniture. However, if your existing bed doesn’t have such an upholstered headboard, you can always make your own and attach it to the bed frame with a staple gun. Hide the staples by sewing the fabric-covered bottom over the staples. If you’re choosing a color or pattern for your interior, consider extending the size of your headboard to the entire length and width of the wall behind it to create a fun and eye-catching DIY wall panel.

6. Repurpose discarded wood chips to create wall panel designs

If you’re looking for DIY wall paneling design ideas that are environmentally conscious or sustainable, try using discarded or scrap materials to create collage-style wall panels. From end pieces of MDF to repurposed wood from discarded furniture – all can be assembled together in unique ways to create patterned wall panels. Since these pieces are smaller than traditional larger wall panels, they are easier (and lighter) to apply. Any strong glue will do!

7. Try installing wainscoting only on the bottom half of the wall

While siding can be installed along the wall from ceiling to floor, wainscoting is a more practical option limited to the lower half of the wall. While wainscoting adds a decorative element to a room, it can also serve as a protective layer on the parts of the wall that are most susceptible to friction or wear and tear. By adding a layer of wainscoting to your wall, you can protect its surface from scratches and marks from furniture or hands.

Style tips

The top of the wainscot creates a thin ledge that doubles as a makeshift mantel. To add some color to the space, place tiny mementos or other thin objects, like framed pictures or photos, above.

II. FAQs about Timber Structure Walls

1. How to make a wooden feature wall?

Creating your own DIY wooden feature wall from scratch can take quite a bit of time and effort. At George Panel, we offer easy-to-install, affordable wood feature options to take all the hard work out of the installation process. Our patent-pending mounting system makes it simple and easy to clip continuous lengths of wood into feature walls.

2. How to fix wooden slats to the wall?

All you need to fasten wood slats to your wall is to secure your trim and rails to the feature wall of your choice, and then you can easily clip in the boards. For more information, check out our installation guide.

3. What wood should be used for feature walls?

Deciding what type of wood to use for a feature wall comes down to personal preference. For a premium finish and stunning visual impact, our preferred timber feature walls are Western Red Cedar and Hemlock.

4. Which wall should be the feature wall?

Generally speaking, the feature wall you choose should be used to highlight the existing focal point of the room, whether it is a residential or commercial setting.

5. How to determine the safety of wooden structure walls?

It is important to ensure that the soundness and structural integrity of your timber frame walls are checked regularly. If you notice any cracks, deformations or other signs of abnormalities, it is best to seek professional advice immediately. Repair possible problems in a timely manner to ensure the safety of the wall.

III. A one-stop shop for decorative wall panels, the best design service for creating perfect wall panels

While installing DIY siding is not difficult, you will need the right parts and materials to build it. Whether it is PVC wall panels, 3D wall panels, fluted panels, decorative wall panels or even wainscoting, you need to find the perfect home interior design store. George Panel curates products and solutions from a range of brands to provide you with a one-stop shop to help you create a home or space that tells your unique story. Whether you’re looking to spruce up a room quickly with a few decor updates or embark on a complete renovation, we have everything from furniture and furnishings to fixtures and home automation solutions.

You may want to build something from scratch at home, but may not have the time or skills to execute it. In this case, your best option is to rely on interior design services that can help you. Whether you have absolutely no idea how to choose the right siding material or you have a lot of ideas but can’t find a way to distill them into reality, reliable and experienced designers and contractors can make a world of difference. Even if everyone has the desire of having a lovely home, it can be challenging to locate the perfect people to collaborate with and take time away from regular tasks.

It is with this in mind that George Panel Company created a one-stop shop for wall decoration design. We employ professional interior designers who have worked throughout the industry to perform every task in your home renovation from start to finish. This ensures a worry-free and time-saving experience for anyone who wants to remodel their home or redesign a specific room, but lacks the time or patience to coordinate and project manage among the large number of people required to get the job done. If you still have any thoughts and ideas about wall panel design, please feel free to contact us!