How can I easily make over an ugly paneled living room wall?
My new home's walls are all covered with ugly brown paneling? What would be an affordable way to change the walls? Paint the paneling ?
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Yes, use a primer and paint....may have to use two coats. We did that....didn't fill the cracks, just painted and what a difference. I am sure you will not regret it.
I agree with Pat prime and then paint it. Will give you a whole new and fresh look to your room. Will also make the room look lighter assuming you paint a color lighter then the current wood shade.
Painted panelling is gorgeous! And affordable. Go for it! :)
We primed n painted ours, n love it!
Painting would likely be the least expensive and easiest. Grab a good primer and be sure to thoroughly clean the walls first.
Try sticking these over the paneling! https://bachelorettepadflip.com/2019/04/30/updating-boring-walls-with-woody-walls/
Thank you all for your great ideas! One more question..Do I HAVE to clean the paneling before prime and paint?