One of my favorite architectural details is chunky wood paneling—often called shiplap or tongue-and-groove paneling. It brings warmth and character to a room and always makes me smile.
When we remodeled our kitchen, I was eager to reintroduce the sturdy woodwork I loved from older homes. Adding these elements gradually has made the house feel much more like home. I still hope to add more wood detail as our budget allows.
I imagine painted wood walls and ceilings throughout the whole house, but for now I’m happy with the paneling along this little hallway and in our entry.
Our tongue-and-groove boards look like the photo above before installation. You can buy them from a lumberyard or have your contractor order them. They’re long pine planks with grooves that lock together for a tight fit. Ours had beadboard detailing on one side, so we chose to install them with the flat side facing out for a cleaner look between the grooves.
The paneling can be installed horizontally or vertically and either painted or left natural. I love the craftsmanship and the solid, substantial feel it gives a room.
Below are a few of my favorite shiplap rooms for inspiration. Do you love shiplap as much as I do?
Markalunas Architecture Group
Joanna Gaines – Magnolia Home
William B. Litchfield Architecture – Photo by Erica George Dines
The White House – Daylesford – Garden Room
BHG
Atlanta Homes – Photo by Erica George Dines
Muskoka Living
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For more details on our plank walls and the remodeling process, click here.