Wall paneling ideas are by no means a novelty to the interior design space as they’ve been around since the 16th century. But wall paneling has seen a surge in popularity in the past few years and is now one of the hottest home decor trends”, Ideal Home reports. Indeed, if you want to add color, texture, and dimension to your cabin, wall panels can do just that with minimal time effort on your part. Whether you’re updating all four walls or creating a feature wall, wall panels are super easy to DIY and can transform the look and feel of a room fast. And there’s so much choice in terms of style — from unique horizontal panels and fun color contrasts to wet wall panels used to add a luxurious touch to bathrooms, whichever option you go for, wall panels are bound to instantly elevate and personalize your cabin.
Lay panels horizontally
If any of your cabin’s rooms are on the smaller side, horizontal wall panels can make any space look and feel wider and, consequently larger, than it really is. This design trick is particularly useful in small or boxy bathrooms. Horizontal shiplap paneling, in particular, is perpetually on-trend and lends rooms a modern, nautical look. Shiplap is made of either real or fake wood panels that fit together at precise 90-degree angles, which gives it a distinctive look. To put a modern twist on shiplap, you can also lay these panels in a trendy herringbone pattern. This design will instantly add elegance and interest to your space.
Create a luxurious bathroom
Wall panels can also add a touch of luxury and elegance to your cabin’s bathroom and shower space. But, although they look great, wood panels will warp in the bathroom due to the moisture and humidity in the air, so avoid this material. Instead, PVC (polyvinyl chloride) panels are usually your best bet for this space. PVC panels are durable, water-resistant, and easy to maintain, WDW explains. Once in place, you just need to give them an occasional quick wipe down to keep them clean — there’s no annoying grouting to scrub. PVC panels are also easy to install as the tongue-and-groove edges simply click together. You can therefore cover a large wall area in your cabin in no time at all.
PVC bathroom and shower panels are also available in numerous luxurious designs, such as, quartz, marble, slate, and granite effect, to help you create a spa-like space. Marble with stronger veining is particularly striking and a great choice if you want to give your bathroom the wow-factor. Color-wise, you also can’t go wrong with white or cream marble. Neutral shades reflect light and brighten up the space, and create a simple and stylish “quiet luxury” look.
Use color creatively
Wall panels can also be an opportunity to introduce color into your cabin. Half-height or 3/4 height paneling, for example, can be painted in a color that contrasts nicely with the remaining exposed wall underneath. Although a mix of bright and bold shades can be used to inject personality into the room, earthy, more muted shades can alternatively be more peaceful and uplifting. It all depends on the ambiance you want to create. For instance, create an attractive, subtle contrast with a mix of off-white and pale blush shades — these colors reflect light in the room, as well as warm up the space in the winter months.
As an alternative to paint, wallpaper is another fun way to add color to your cabin. “There’s also been a resurgence in incorporating striking wallpaper designs within or behind wall panels, such as bold botanical prints paired with color-matched moldings”, interior designer Paula Taylor tells Good Housekeeping. So, for example, you could hang a colorful floral wallpaper behind classic wooden wall panels. This will lend your cabin a traditional feel that also maintains an interesting, modern twist.
Wall panels are a quick and easy way to add style and character to your cabin. Whichever style you choose, decorative wall panels can help you create your dream cabin in no time at all.
