Wood paneling requires extra attention so that the walls can look their best.
Painting wood paneling on the walls.
Clean the wall paneling with diluted tsp.
Before attempting to do anything with your wood paneling be sure to clean it.
If you plan to paint the trim the same color as the wall lightly sand the adjacent wood trim on baseboards to allow the paint to adhere to it.
Cover baseboards and crown molding with tape and a drop cloth or plastic sheeting.
Any dust dirt or oily fingerprints can prevent the paint from.
Do this step only if.
Once everything has been sanded go over the walls and trim with a clean damp cloth to remove any dust or particles.
Remove any switch plate.
Allow paneling to fully dry.
Instructions clean the molding and paneling.
Fill and sand the wood.
Apply caulk to any.
How to paint over wood paneling step 1.
Lightly sand the wood paneling.
Use a prybar and gently pull it loose.
Thoroughly clean the paneling with an all purpose cleaner or degreaser and a sponge.
Clean the wall paneling with diluted tsp.
Clean the wall step 2.
Faux finish wall paint step 1.
Fill any holes or cracks with wood putty using a putty knife and allow it to dry.
When painting wood paneling sanding is not necessary.
Caulk around the trim.
Fill holes and grooves step 3.
When you choose to paint wood paneling in the house use high quality products and take the proper steps.