How to Install Beaded Wainscoting

Step-by-step instructions for installing this beautiful tongue-and-groove wainscot right over your existing drywall or plaster.

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NEnglandBlogGirl

July 15, 11:25 AM [GMT -5]

Here's the thing about the wainscoting that's described here. It will expand because it is a wood species. I prefer using MDF or having MDF in my home. Also what we did was have Wainscot Solutions http://www.wainscotsolutions.com in Connecticut traditionally mill stiles and rails over the beadboard to give it a recessed look. The MDF will never expand contract warp or split and that's maintenance free for me and my husband!

handystanley

May 16, 1:20 AM [GMT -5]

Wouldn't you want to install the wainscot behind the baseboard? Additionally, what about expansion of the wainscot?

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