Wall Panelling & Cladding Buying Guide

From MDF wall panelling kits to shaker styles, update your home with interior wall cladding. Here are our favourite interior cladding ideas to get started.

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Providing a simple but sophisticated update to your home decor, wall panelling adds character, whilst blending seamlessly into any interior design style. With so many colours and styles on offer, you’ll be able to panel the perfect wall at home in no time. To help you find the right interior wall cladding for your space, we've put together this handy guide.

From MDF wall panelling kits to timeless tongue & groove half wall cladding, here are a few of our favourite types of wall panelling. Browse the products below and discover our extensive range. Alternatively, learn how to do it yourself with our easy-to-follow guides.

1.MDF Shaker Wall Panelling Kit

Breathe new life into blank walls by giving then the traditional panelled wall treatment. Simply prepare the wall and attach our sleek shaker wall covering using adhesive, nails or screws. You can finish to any colour you choose - pick a paint colour of your choice and apply a water-based primer for a professional finish.

2.Timber Cladding

Perfect for your walls and ceilings for a cosy cabin feel, timber full wall cladding adds a touch of shabby chic to your interiors. While many people choose a single colour for a uniform finish, our cladding colours are also designed to pair well together if you're after a more unique combination for your wall design. Available in Cappuccino, Lemon, Denim, Cherry, Mint and Smoke tones, the timber has a planed sawn surface to show off its natural wood grain.

3.EASIpanel Half Wall Panelling

Create classic New England appeal with EASIpanel Tongue & Groove. These decorative wall panels are perfect for creating a simple timber-boarded look. Whether you want a shaker-inspired, easy to clean finish for the kitchen or a stylish way to cover up tired plaster in the hallway or on a bedroom wall, EASIpanel Tongue & Groove is an ideal solution. Our EASIpanel wall tiles are easy to install and offer the appearance of a bespoke piece of carpentry for a fraction of the cost and fitting time. With adhesive tape on the rear to aid installation, achieving a statement wall on a budget has never been simpler.

4.Tongue & Groove Wainscot Half Wall Panelling

Wainscot cladding, traditionally used to cover the lower part of an interior wall, can be used on walls or ceilings, for boxing in pipework, or even as a splashback in kitchens. To complete the look, finish your slatted wall panels with a paint, stain or varnish. To add a little extra design interest, decorate the top half of your wall with a contemporary wallpaper or paint it in a contrasting shade. This style works particularly well as hallway panelling to help prevent scuffs from boots and bags. Consider taking your panelling up the staircase too for a lovely, statement look. For a sleek finishing touch, complete your wall with a decorative moulding or dado rail.

5.Tongue & Groove Traditional Cladding

Our tongue and groove traditional cladding is designed to cover a whole interior wall, from floor to ceiling. This can be used on walls or ceilings, for boxing in pipework, and looks lovely in a New England-inspired bathroom. Finish with a paint, stain or varnish, depending on your desired look. Whether you opt for contemporary pastels or a vintage hue, these wood wall panels will suit any interior style.

6.Slim Shaker Wall Panelling

A trendy way to add extra style and comfort to bare walls, our Slim Shaker Wall Panelling offers a warm and homely appeal. Wall panelling is popular in the lounge or on bedroom walls behind the headboard, but you can use it on any blank wall that requires a style lift. Create a stand-out feature wall or take your wood wall panels around the whole room - the options are endless. Top tip: Take a look at our wood wall panelling guide for tips on how to bring a DIY wood wall covering to life.

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