Dear Ronald: Installing drywall over old paneling is one method to improve the appearance of a room. As you noted, it can be a difficult task to extend all the window and door trim to fit over the ...

Wainscoting isn't just for formal rooms. It also can help protect garage walls from the nicks and scratches of everyday use. Here's how to install it. Remove the existing trim and molding. Using a pry ...

Transform any room with this dead-simple DIY wainscoting accent wall that adds instant elegance without the overwhelm. This beginner-friendly guide walks you through the tools, layout, trim install, ...

Q–I’m really tired of the plain walls in our dining room. Traditional wood wainscoting seems like it would be a perfect way to give the room character and the walls some relief. Can you apply ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There are a few main types of wainscoting: raised panel, flat panel, beadboard and wall panel, which is ...