Classic Beadboard

I've always liked the classic, traditional look of painted wooden beadboard. It can be installed on ceilings or on walls as a wainscoting.

Beadboard is widely available (Dyke's Lumber has it) and you can install it yourself. It can make a space feel cottage-y or victorian.

Bead board was traditionally used as a finish material on the ceilings of victorian porches. It is sometimes used to soften up bathroom spaces and I especially love the abundant use of the material in this small space on the left.

-regina

Comments (2)

Rucy
I've used beadboard many times. It's a wonderful way to cover many unsightly areas, while adding character. In damp locations its a good idea to paint the back of the boards. This helps with contraction and expansion. If you are still worried about moisture, you can paint or stain it with an outdoor product. Keep in mind it has used for over 100 years on porches.
Go for it!
Sue

O carolynapplebee, you made me LAUGH like a drunken clown... *sigh.
I don't even know why it made me laugh:

"...and she paints the hell out of everything."

It just did. Thank you SO much!