How does lining fit into the interior? Review of the best design solutions with photos.

What can be finished with clapboard?

There is no classic single finishing method. Due to the versatility of wooden boards, they are used both for decorating walls or ceilings, and for decorative purposes.

Ceiling

If the usual painted or stretch ceiling seems boring to you, try panels! Natural red tones will make a room made of clapboard more comfortable, dark ones will create an accent and “ground” the ceiling a little, light ones will add air.

Such a ceiling is used in the living room, kitchen, hallway. But it is better to refuse this solution in the bathroom – high humidity will significantly reduce the service life of wooden panels.

Clapboard on the walls

Some people believe that wood wall decoration is suitable only for private houses and summer cottages. On the one hand, the closer to nature, the more natural the wooden clapboard will look. Moreover, natural styles are often used in the design of summer cottages and country houses – country, chalet, Provence. Wood looks harmonious in them.

On the other hand, no one forbids you to add country charm to your apartment. Painted clapboard is best suited for urban conditions. With its help you will create a unique, cozy interior.

In the photo, yellow paneling in the bedroom behind headboard

Window slopes

Plastic slopes reduce the cost of finishing and are not suitable for all interiors, so inside apartments and houses they often resort to finishing windows with slats.

The panels are fixed in two ways: on the lathing (the same option is used for walls and ceilings), or with polyurethane foam.

Wardrobe made of clapboard

In apartments, the interior with clapboard on the walls can most often be seen on the balcony. For many, this room is also a pantry, so it is important to organize storage space here. In order not to ruin the overall look, the wardrobe is also made of planks. This is a simple, inexpensive and functional solution.

Another place for such a design is the attic. You don’t have to order special furniture for sloping ceilings — create a wooden frame and use it as a built-in closet.

The photo shows a clapboard closet with louvered doors

Doors

Does your front door not fit into the interior or is it already outdated? Don’t rush to order a new one: paint it on the outside and cover it with clapboard on the inside. The entrance area will become more comfortable thanks to wood, and by painting it the same color as the walls, you can achieve a dissolving effect. Wood also acts as a soundproofing material, so the apartment will become much quieter.

Boards are laid not only horizontally or vertically — there are many ways to lay them out. An original panel on the door can play the role of decor.

As an independent decor

Cladding board can act not only as a finishing material, but also as a decorative element.

• One way to use it is to create a spectacular accent wall. You can lay out a fancy pattern, paint the panels in bright colors, or use both at once.
• The second method is to create a panel. Save money on art objects for your home: make them yourself. All you need is to think about the layout of the boards and connect them together.
• Method No. 3 – false beams. This type of decor is used when it is necessary to make the interior more rough and rustic.

The photo shows clapboard on an accent wall with decorative fireplace

What does lining look like in different colors?

The natural shade of wood depends on the type of wood. The lightest will be panels made of aspen and pine, the color range of larch is from light yellow to red, cedar is the darkest.

To change the natural color, but preserve the texture of the wood, will help stain, wax or oil for impregnation. They will also protect the wood from mold, mildew, and insects.

The photo shows the use of painted boards in modern design

If the texture does not matter, change the color of the lining in the interior with paint:

• White. One of the most popular and versatile. Perfect as the main color in the decoration – in this case, furniture, textiles and decor can be absolutely anything. White lining will perfectly fit into the Scandinavian, modern, Mediterranean style.
• Pastel shades. You can soften the interior, emphasize the tenderness of Provence with the help of multi-colored light yellow, green, lavender, blue tones. The special charm of the light range is achieved in combination with wicker furniture, wallpaper and textiles with a small floral print.
• Dark palette. Deep blue, burgundy, brown, black, green colors give a special charm to the wooden finish. To make the final version look noble and expensive, use matte paint or external varnish.

The photo shows a blue living room in the house

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What can it be combined with?

Combination of clapboard with other finishing materials materials — a popular solution that allows you to use wood trim in any room of the house.

Wallpaper. This tandem is used in the living room, bedroom, children’s room, kitchen and even the bathroom. As a rule, the panels take up ⅓, ⅔ or half the height of the wall from the bottom. Ennoble the transition between them with molding or a wooden strip. To achieve visual harmony, paint the paneling in one of the shades that is present on the wallpaper.

Ceramic tiles. A wonderful duet for the bathroom, toilet and kitchen. Paint the wood in the same tone as the tiles for a small room or use contrast for a large one. A bathroom made of natural-colored paneling and white tiles looks ultra-modern and fresh.

The photo shows a dark set with bright accents

Stone. On the one hand, the union may seem unusual, but it is dictated by nature itself. Smooth slabs with wood are used in wet rooms, textured – in the living room or kitchen.

Brick. A white brick and wood wall will appeal to fans of Scandinavian design, while dark patinated wood with red brick is perfect for a loft.

What style can you use to decorate your interior?

Wooden paneling is used in interiors in various styles, only its color and finishing method differ.

• Provence. Provence style lining is a glossy varnish coating or painting in delicate pastel shades (lilac, mint).
• Country. The boards should remain as natural as possible – sand them, cover them with stain. Use a landhouse or blockhouse for the greatest stylistic identity.

The photo shows a bedroom in a Scandinavian style

• Vintage. Walls made of brushed paneling will perfectly highlight antique furniture and accessories.
• Scandi. White painted paneling will cope with the main task of the style – it will fill the room with light.
• Rustic. Aged or whitewashed boards coupled with massive beams are the basis of the style.
• Loft. Dark wood goes perfectly with red brick or gray concrete. The American beveled paneling looks unusual and complements the urban style.

The photo shows a traditional dark bedroom design

• Mediterranean. Painting the paneling blue and using it in a white room is reminiscent of Italian architecture and fills it with warmth.
• Modern. The paneling in a modern interior is painted in muted, dusty shades – blue, pink, mustard, emerald.

Photos in the interior of rooms

Wooden slats are used both in country houses and in apartments.

Kitchen interior with paneling

This room can be decorated in different ways: full interior wall decoration, partial, zoning. No matter how you plan to use the wood, cover it with a protective varnish before installation – this will protect it from moisture and make cleaning easier.

When lining the walls from floor to ceiling, protect the apron separately – it is better to use more suitable materials in this area (tiles, panels). In a Provence-style kitchen, a combination of boards with wallpaper will be appropriate, for a loft – with brick, Scandi – with painted walls.

If you have a studio or a kitchen-living room in a large house, use wooden lining to separate the functional zones. For example, make wooden trim only near the dining table or sofa.

When using decorative panels above or next to the kitchen set, choose the facades correctly: they should be laconic. Upper cabinets can be replaced with shelves.

Living room covered with clapboard

There are many ideas of how a living room can look. First decide – will you use the planks on the walls or the ceiling?

The warm shade of wood above the room will envelop it in coziness, and it is easy to place several light sources in the ceiling slats.

The walls are covered completely, 1-2 or an accent one is made. The latter is logically placed either behind the sofa or opposite it. Multifunctional halls are suitable for zoning – for example, to separate the work or storage area.

The color scheme depends on your preferences: white paneling and bright interior details or colored boards and a neutral design.

The photo shows an example of symbiosis of white with natural wood

Photo of lining in the bathroom

Despite the reduced moisture resistance of wood, it can be used in wet areas. The main thing is to cover the wall with a protective compound.

In any case, walls covered with euro lining should not be located above the bathtub or in the shower. Let them be located in remote areas – near the toilet or sink, then the repair will serve you for many years. Another exception is the ceiling, it is better to paint or stretch it.

Clapboard in the interior of the hallway and corridor

Corridors in panel houses are often narrow and uncomfortable, horizontal paneling of short walls will expand the space and make it more pleasant. On long walls, attach slats vertically or diagonally. Panels look interesting – for example, you can create outlines of mountain peaks or a cityscape from boards.

An additional bonus in the hallway – you will not need special equipment to hang an additional hook or shelf.

Vagonka in the bedroom

The most effective arrangement of lining on the wall in the bedroom is behind the bed. Accentuate the wall or correct the geometry of the room with the right laying of stripes.

An interior with natural-colored planks in a bedroom with white furniture looks fresh and will remain relevant for many years.

The photo shows the design of a recreation room in country style

Vagonka in a children’s room

The use of environmentally friendly materials is especially important for children, so wooden panels are in first place here. In addition, its variability and ease of processing allows you to create fancy patterns on the walls and ceiling, which is a bonus in the design of the nursery.

Examples of finishing a balcony with clapboard

To save on repairing a balcony or loggia, but get a high-quality result – attach the boards to the walls and ceiling. You do not have to level the surfaces and somehow prepare them – it is enough to prime them from mold and mildew, make a lathing and install slats.