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Knotty Pine Paneling Is Trending
Many materials are used today to cover the interior walls of homes, anywhere from wood paneling to wall paper. The trends come and go over the decades and centuries but one remains a traditional favorite, especially for log homes. Knotty pine is a versatile wall covering that brings nature into your home and provides a rustic and natural atmosphere.
Common Interior Wall Materials
Many materials are used in all styles of homes, cabins, cottages, and tiny houses. These are the most commonly used ones in the U.S. and other countries:
- Drywall is the most common painted in a variety of colors.
- Wood panels add natural warmth and character to a room.
- Plaster offers a durable and textured finish.
- Wallpaper offers a variety of patterns, colors, and textures.
- Metal panels can add a modern or industrial feel to rooms.
- Upholstered panels add luxury and a sound-absorbing element.
- Veneer stone is natural-looking and durable.
- Concrete adds an industrial design and durability.
Each of the above materials has its pros and cons to consider before purchasing and installing them. If you want real wood in your home and its many benefits, nothing can stand up to knotty pine paneling stained in your choice of colors.
Why Knotty Pine Paneling Is Trending
Knotty pine paneling has been a traditional wall material for centuries typically installed vertically on exterior such as board and batten and interior walls. Today’s trend is installing it horizontally and less often diagonally. Knotty pine looks great as full, accent, or wainscoted walls. Here’s a more detailed look at why knotty pine paneling is a favorite:
- Rustic and Natural Look: Knotty pine provides an aesthetic appeal with visible knots, grain patterns, and natural wood tones. It creates a warm and inviting atmosphere reminiscent of log cabins and summer camps.
- Timeless Design: Pine has a classic, country appeal that complements various home styles from traditional to modern.
- Versatile Installation: Knotty pine can be installed horizontally, vertically, diagonally, or in unique layouts, allowing for creative design possibilities.
- Affordability: This material has the practical advantage of affordability compared to hardwoods and exotic imports. It is accessible for a wide range of home budgets.
- Quality: Defect-free and hand-inspected paneling is available at an affordable cost.
- Easy Installation: The tongue and groove end-matching design makes installation fast, easy, and virtually waste-free.
- Durability: While not the hardest wood, knotty pine is durable and can withstand everyday wear and tear, especially when treated with a sealant or stain.
- Sustainability: Knotty pine is often sourced from sustainably managed forests, making it an environmentally friendly choice.
- Easy to Work With: Pine is lightweight and easy to carry, saw, sand, and stain, making it a great DIY project material.
- Heat and Humidity Resistance: Knotty pine stands up well to heat and humidity, making it suitable for kitchens and bathrooms.
“Knotty pine is a versatile wall covering that brings nature into your home and provides a rustic and natural atmosphere.”
What’s Available In Knotty Pine Paneling
Knotty pine paneling is available in unfinished, pre-finished, and pre-stained conditions with matching trims for your convenience. You can choose from the following options:
Unfinished Paneling is ¾” thick and available in 4”, 5”, 6”, and 8” widths and various lengths.
Pre-Finished Clear Coat Paneling is ¾” thick in 4”, 5”, 6”, and 8” widths and various lengths.
Pre-Stained Clear Top Coat Paneling is ¾” thick in 4”, 5”, 6”, and 8” widths and various lengths.
Beadboard Unfinished Paneling is ¾” thick and 4” wide in various lengths.
Beadboard Pre-Finished Clear Coat Paneling is ¾” thick and 4” wide in various lengths.
The above options give you the choice of finishing the knotty pine paneling yourself, hiring a painter, or ordering it in a finished condition ready to install. Each piece of our paneling is hand-inspected for quality to ensure it’s defect-free.
Trims And Moldings To Complement Paneling
Knotty pine walls need complementary trims and moldings to complete the job. You can match the size and design of popular trims to the size paneling for your walls in these styles:
- Doors – 1”x3” colonial and round-over casing
- Windows – 1”x3” colonial and round-over casing
- Ceilings – 1”x2” ceiling trim and crown molding
- Baseboards – 1”x3” baseboard trim
- Corners – 1” inside and 1.5” outside corner trim
- ¾” quarter round and ¾” pine cove trim
- Barnwood casing and trims
These trims and moldings are available in unfinished, pre-finished, and pre-stained conditions.
Have You Thought About Knotty Pine Ceilings and Floors?
Knotty pine tongue and groove end-matching wood is also milled for ceilings and floors. They make an exciting combination with your wood walls. Check them out as an option for a new home or a remodeling project. We hope these knotty pine paneling ideas are helpful in your plans for walls, ceilings, and floors.
