First apply a good, even coat of primer (kilz interior primer/sealer works well on paneling)
Once the primer has dried completely you will be able to see clearly where any holes or cracks are in the paneling, as you will want to fill any such voids before you apply the paint.
When the primer is dry and all the nail, tack and screw holes are filled you can then apply the paint.
I like to use a short nap fleece roller cover for surfaces like paneling. The fleece (sheep skin) rollers are a little more expensive but they do not spatter paint everywhere like other roller covers and they last a lot longer.
A very good guide detailing how to paint wood paneling is available at: http://www.younghouselove.com/2009/08/how-to-paint-wood-paneling/ You can pick up some great tips and techniques there.
If a person has light colored wood paneling, it is possible for them to change the color. First, the person will need to thoroughly sand the paneling, then apply a darker stain to the wood. Allow the wood to dry, then apply a shiny topcoat, and the work is finished.
Varnish preserves wood better than paint.
I use TiteBond 2 for balsa wood.
If the paneling is real wood, it can be restained easily. You would need to lightly sand it, and then stain it just as you would any other wooden surface. If the paneling is laminate, you would go about it in the same manner but may find that the stain does not penetrate the surface of the material as easily. So, for laminated paneling you might want to try a test area first.
A very good guide detailing how to paint wood paneling is available at: http://www.younghouselove.com/2009/08/how-to-paint-wood-paneling/ You can pick up some great tips and techniques there.
I have wood paneling in my living room. It is high quality picture frame paneling. What is the best wood furniture cleaner that would work on my walls?
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To make wood paneling look more modern, you can paint it in a light, neutral color to brighten up the space. Another option is to sand and refinish the wood for a more contemporary look. Adding contemporary furniture, minimalist decor, and accent lighting can also help update the overall aesthetic.
Harsh cleaning chemicals can damage wood paneling.Ê The best way to disinfect it is with a mixture of warm water and some Old English Wood Cleaner and Polish.Ê This will also brighten the paneling.
It's very likely easier and cheaper to re-paint them.
If a person has light colored wood paneling, it is possible for them to change the color. First, the person will need to thoroughly sand the paneling, then apply a darker stain to the wood. Allow the wood to dry, then apply a shiny topcoat, and the work is finished.
Varnish preserves wood better than paint.
I use TiteBond 2 for balsa wood.
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I know of a product called "Stripeeze" that worked well for solid wood applications, but I am not sure how it would work on paneling. It might just eat the wood design off too! I would try a test patch on a scrap piece or try to find an inconspicuous spot to test it out on like in a corner or behind an appliance or heavy piece of furniture before you go gung-ho.
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