Easy Wall Molding for Instant Character

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Ready for a super easy & affordable weekend project that will totally transform your room? With just some standard lumber and paint you can recreate the look of expensive, custom wood paneling in any space.

Last year, I did a mini makeover on my small ensuite bathroom (click here to read about it). I replaced the flooring, lighting, and vanity but the room still looked a little “blah”. It was a million times better than when we moved in, but there was nothing really special about it.

I thought this was the perfect place to add some wall molding! Before the walls were a plain light gray. I planned to add some peel & stick patterned wallpaper on the top part of the walls and paint the lower part a crisp white. I absolutely love how it came out!

Supply List

1×4 lumber
Peel & Stick Wallpaper (pattern: Arwand Wethersfield by Red Barrel )
paint (I used Ultra Pure White by Behr)
spackling compound
construction adhesive

Step 4

Walls & boards are never truly straight so there will be gaps in places. Fill all the gaps with spackle compound. You will also want to fill all the nail holes with spackle. This might be a time consuming step, but it is really important for making the project look finished. Use a damp paper towel or rag to wipe away the excess. Sand down any areas that might need it.

Step 5

Once the spackle has dried, paint the molding & wall behind it, making it look like custom wood paneling. I decided to hang peel & stick wallpaper on the top portion of the wall. I am so happy with the way it came out! This bathroom went from “blah” to beautiful in just one weekend!