Patching Wood Paneling Walls

Wipe off any glue that oozes around the edges with a clean rag.

Patching wood paneling walls.

Hgtv star chip wade shows you how to modernize old school wood paneling with paint for more follow the hashtag rachaelrayshow. When you re ready to start painting make sure that your paneling is made of solid wood. New kingsman hardware ancient white wash color 5 in. Hold up the patch with a strip of masking tape.

Wood paneling can be damaged over time by scratches gouges and holes. To seal the seams between your patch and existing plywood use wood filler. Peel and stick plank reclaimed wood wall panels 16 sq. Ft case model ps16 wht 96 99.

Step 2 use a utility knife to score an outline of the patch on the paneling surface. Cut some lumber to span the opening and attach it using screws through existing plywood around the opening. Mix up two part automotive filler. Vinyl coatings come off quickly revealing the pressboard underneath.

Use an iron and damp cloth to raise the wood fibers. Small holes and nicks are easily fixed with a little sanding and some wood putty but larger holes must be patched. As the filler starts to cure shape it to conform to the molding. 3 using a putty knife fill the gouge with putty that matches the paneling.

Hold the wood section in. Sand in the direction of the wood grain. Find wood wall panels at lowe s today. W x 46 1 2 in.

Furniture door knobs or wear and tear are among many things that might cause damage to paneled walls. To check sand a small area on the wall. Smooth it firmly into the adhesive. Fill the void with the filler.

Then cut your patch and mount it to the spanning pieces. If the hole is only 6 wide a small piece of 2x4 or even 1x2 and a plywood patch will probably cover you. Dig out any rotten wood. Some paneling actually consists of a vinyl print that simulates the look of wood.

Set the section of wood you removed back into the opening on the wall.