Applying millwork to walls is a sure-fire way to wake up a sleepy room. Just like the exterior architecture of a house visually expresses a home’s style, amped-up walls of interior spaces also add ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Applying millwork to walls is a sure-fire way to wake up a sleepy room. Just like the exterior ...

Dear James: I would like to add some unique ceiling during our dining room remodel project. Is beadboard or plank paneling an option I can install myself? — Dave B. Dear Dave: People often think of ...

Beadboard is a type of wood paneling that has raised half-round vertical beads milled between flat lengths of board. Beadboard adds visual interest and a cozy feeling to a space, and it’s particularly ...

Dear James: I bought an older home, and the living room ceiling is in pretty bad condition. I am looking for a decorative ceiling that's easy to install myself. Is beadboard or plank paneling a good ...

Beadboard paneling might be the solution for bathrooms, blah ceilings, busy hallways, and more—especially to get a home that looks cleaner with minimal effort. Beadboard paneling may not have the ...

Q: I attended a Christmas party at a home that had wainscoting. It was gorgeous. The beadboard wainscoting was painted a different color than the wall above to accent it. What can you tell me about ...

Q: We have wainscoting halfway up the wall in our small bathroom. I believe the wainscoting is original to the house, so about 20 years old, and I think it was spray-painted before installation. It ...