By transforming your walls and ceilings with wood paneling, you’ll bring the warmth of nature and its earthy tones into your home in a new way. For large homes, wood coverings add unity, so long as you keep the stain and finish consistent. Smaller interiors will benefit from accent walls that shine a spotlight on the home’s architecture. Accent walls can also help to make a smaller home appear larger. If you choose to add wood paneling to your ceiling, either match those boards to your floors or try using contrasting colors (e.g., walnut ceiling and white floors).
The creativity and comfort in choosing your own wooden planks as wall decor is unparalleled by conventional methods. Just as with hardwood flooring, ceiling, and wall hardwood panels come in a variety of species and can be stained in whatever color you prefer. If you wish to add texture and visual interest, use hand scraped or beaded wooden planks. You can also play with the layout: Attach the planks horizontally for a traditional look or place them horizontally or even diagonally to add drama to an otherwise consistent surface.