DIY wall panelling using MDF strips

mancsy

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The project:

I built this DIY wall panelling to give our entryway a more modern, stylish look without spending a fortune. Using MDF strips, I created a vertical panel design, then filled, sanded and painted it for a seamless finish. The project was an affordable way to add character and completely transform a plain wall, and I’m really happy with how clean and professional the end result turned out.

- Materials:

1- https://www.bunnings.com.au/easycraft-12mm-2700-x-133mm-white-mr-mdf-e0-primed-easylining-shiplap-general-purpose-lining-board_p0493222

2- https://www.bunnings.com.au/42-x-18mm-5-4m-white-moulding-pine-fj-primed-dar_p0020749

3- https://www.bunnings.com.au/british-paints-white-gloss-h2o-enamel-paint-4l_p1420303

4- https://www.bunnings.com.au/selleys-320g-liquid-nails-construction-adhesive_p1233751

5- https://www.bunnings.com.au/zenith-8-10-x-50mm-galvanised-countersunk-rib-head-timber-screws-500-pack_p2420877

6- https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-500g-multi-purpose-interior-filler-500g_p1210281

- Tools:

1- https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-18v-one-hp-165mm-brushless-circular-saw-rcs18c-tool-only_p0405164

2- https://www.bunnings.com.au/paint-partner-4-piece-paint-brush-set_p0794487

3- https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-18v-one-drill-driver-starter-kit-r18dd22_p0715241

4- https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-150-piece-driving-kit_p0393551

5- https://www.bunnings.com.au/uni-pro-skeleton-caulking-gun_p1670517

6- https://www.bunnings.com.au/stanley-200mm-plastic-torpedo-level_p0132284

7- https://www.bunnings.com.au/craftright-8m-tape-measure_p5660481

- Step 1:

Measured the wall and planned the spacing for each vertical panel

- Step 2:

Cut the MDF moulding to the required lengths

- Step 3:

Marked the wall with a level to ensure all panels would be straight

- Step 4:

Applied Liquid Nails to the back of each MDF strip and fixed them to the wall, using a nail gun where needed to hold them while the adhesive cured

- Step 5:

Filled all nail holes and joins with timber filler and caulked the edges for a seamless finish.

- Step 6:

Filled all screw holes and joins with timber filler and caulked the edges for a seamless finish.

- Step 7:

painted the panelling and wall with Three coats of gloss white paint

- Step 8:

Allowed the paint to dry before styling the space with artwork and décor

EricL

Hello @mancsy

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop commnity. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your wall panelling project.

This is such an elegant way to elevate an entryway on a budget. The precision in the panel spacing, the crisp lines and the beautifully finished paintwork give it a truly high-end look. Your attention to detail really shines through, creating a seamless finish that looks professionally installed. Paired with the artwork and décor, the wall panelling adds warmth, style and a welcoming first impression.

Thanks for sharing your project, I’d love to see a few progress photos of the build too!

Eric