How can I install Wainscoting?
6 Today, prefabricated Wainscoting panels are available. Now it is possible for a do-it-yourselfer to install Wainscoting. This movement adapts to a small gap of about 1/16 inches (0.16 cm) between the panels. It is advisable to leave the panels in a room where they will be mounted for at least 24 hours before the wainscoting. The older house may have a slightly uneven floors or walls caused by the fact that the house settles over time. Creating the highest line at the installation of Wainscoting eliminates any seating problems.
Always start installing Wainscoting in the corner and working around the room. Start installation with a complete panel. Make sure the top of the panel is even with the line, and use adhesive and lined nails to keep it in place. Leave a small gap and mount the second panel in the same way.
It will probably be necessary to cut the panels on the corner of the Wainscoting room. Cut the panel O1/8 inches (0.32 cm) less than the length of the wall to be covered. Install a new 1/16 -inch panel (0.16 cm) from the previous panel and leave a 1/16 inches in a corner (0.16 cm).
Thewainscoting panels can be easily cut using a puzzle. Carefully measure when cutting holes for the outlets and switches. Do not overpay the switching plates and output plates until the installation is completed.
The last task to install WAINSCOTING is to mount the cap of vainscoting at the top of the panels and the motherboard along the floor. The wainscoting cap visually divides WAINSCOT from the upper wall. The base plate covers all spaces or uneven places near the floor.