How To Cover Paneling With Wall Liner

How to Cover Paneling With Wall Liner

If you're looking for a way to update the look of your paneled walls without the hassle and expense of replacing them, wall liner is a great option. Wall liner is a thin, flexible material that can be applied over existing paneling to create a smooth, paintable surface. It's an easy and affordable way to give your room a fresh new look.

Materials You'll Need:

* Wall liner * Measuring tape * Pencil * Utility knife * Joint compound * Drywall knife * Sandpaper * Primer * Paint

Instructions:

Measure and cut the wall liner.

Measure the height and width of each wall that you'll be covering. Cut the wall liner to size, adding an extra 2 inches on all sides for overlap. 2.

Apply the wall liner to the wall.

Starting in one corner, peel back about 6 inches of the backing paper from the wall liner. Align the wall liner with the edge of the wall and press it into place. Smooth out the wall liner as you go, pressing out any air bubbles. 3.

Overlap the wall liner.

As you apply the wall liner, overlap the edges by about 2 inches. This will help to create a strong and seamless bond between the pieces of wall liner. 4.

Smooth out the seams.

Once the wall liner is applied, smooth out the seams with a drywall knife. This will help to hide the overlaps and create a smooth surface. 5.

Apply joint compound to the seams.

Using a drywall knife, apply a thin layer of joint compound to the seams. Smooth out the joint compound with the drywall knife, and let it dry completely. 6.

Sand the joint compound.

Once the joint compound is dry, sand it smooth with sandpaper. This will create a smooth surface for painting. 7.

Prime the wall liner.

Apply a coat of primer to the wall liner. This will help to create a smooth, even surface for painting. 8.

Paint the wall liner.

Once the primer is dry, paint the wall liner with your desired color of paint.

Tips:

* If you're having trouble getting the wall liner to stick to the paneling, you can use a spray adhesive to help hold it in place. * Be sure to let the joint compound dry completely before sanding it. This will help to prevent the joint compound from cracking. * If you're painting the wall liner, be sure to use a high-quality paint that is designed for use on wall liner.