Replacing Wall Paneling With Drywall

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Replacing wall paneling with drywall. Consider alternatives such as painting wood paneling or filling in the seams with spackle. Though drywall can be installed over wood paneling this causes problems such as having to move switch boxes and receptacles to account for the extra thickness of the wall. Note however that some types of wall paneling such as porcelain tile are more difficult to replace than others. Removing the wood paneling is fairly straightforward and should also be done before putting drywall on the ceilign.

Removing the paneling and not damaging it or removing the paneling and replacing it with drywall can be a more. Removing wood paneling is not a particularly difficult job in and of itself. I had some much welcomed help getting the place do. The process is relatively simple and the tools and materials are readily available from any hardware store.

The good news in this situation is that homeowners get a chance to add insulation to the walls before installing drywall. The wall panels are completely taken out of the kitchen. Removing paneling is relatively simple requires no special skills and can be accomplished quickly. When such paneling is removed those bare studs will need to be covered with drywall before any new wall treatment including new paneling can be applied.

If you still want drywall adjustments to the jambs should be made after the drywall is installed. Putting drywall over thin wood paneling may cause the new wall to jut beyond door and window jambs. Replacing paneling with sheetrock also called wallboard or plasterboard is an effective affordable way to change the look of a room.