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On the lookout for DIY tips to make your next project smoother, smarter and seriously satisfying?
Here’s the thing with home DIY – your confidence and your skills grow once you get stuck in.
What’s more, mastering a few practical DIY techniques can save you time, stress, and money when you’re sprucing up a spare room, freshening up a hallway, or going full-on with a feature wall.
So, you’ll want all the best, common sense DIY tips you can get to help you find your feet and improve.
Look no further! Here are seven smart, no-nonsense DIY tips from the Panelling Direct team to help you get great results, especially if you’re working with wood, wall panelling or interiors.
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MDF is handy, affordable, and versatile for home DIY. But it releases fine dust particles when you’re cutting it.
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Shiplap panelling was originally designed to keep water out of boats, (yes, really!) More recently, it’s become a firm favourite for both interior and exterior DIY projects, thanks to how it brings instant texture and timeless charm to any space.
You’ll love the way it’s easy to install, low maintenance, and works with both modern and traditional styles.
But, don’t think ships when you think shiplap. In comparison, it’s one of our hottest DIY tips for stunning feature walls in bedrooms and living rooms.
Planning to fit a floor-to-ceiling room divider? They’re one of the simplest, most effective home DIY projects going. But don’t overtighten the adjustable feet!
Why? Because doing so can:
The feet are designed to hold tension between floor and ceiling, nothing more. So, a snug fit is all you need for strength and stability.
Painting panelling isn’t tricky. But the details matter. And it transforms the whole feel of a room when it’s done right. No wonder we’re regularly asked for DIY tips on this subject.
Here’s how to avoid streaks, drips, or patchy paint:
Take your time here. The results will speak for themselves
The addition of panelling gives a low cost, high style edge to kitchens where life happens, besides the cooking.
Our top DIY tips for kitchen panelling? Match it with your cabinetry for a luxe look. If your kitchen units are modern, use slat panelling for extra contemporary edge. Or go New England-style with shaker panelling if your vibe is more traditional and ornate.
Doing up the kids’ bedrooms? Panelling adds personality, besides standing up to knocks, scrapes, and sticky fingers.
Our top DIY tips for child-friendly panelling include:
It’s a great way to give their room a playful, stylish feel that can grow with them.
Wood is a natural material, which means it reacts to temperature, humidity, and everyday wear and tear. For all these reasons, it’s essential for both appearance and protection to finish your wood properly. A good finish helps it stay looking better for longer, after all.
There are two main types of wood finishes:
Our pro tip: Always finish all sides of the wood, even hidden ones. This helps it react evenly to moisture changes, preventing cracking or warping over time. One or two light coats are fine for unseen areas.
At Panelling Direct, we’ve got an almost endless supply of expert DIY tips for the joiners, the decorators, and the weekend warriors.
Got a question? Want advice? Or not sure where to start with your next home DIY project?
Drop us a line for DIY or interior design tips. We love a good project chat and our team’s always happy to help.
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