If you need to protect your walls that may be exposed to damage, or if you simply want to decorate your home and give a specific corner a new touch, this DIY idea will be perfect for you. A wooden frieze is a great way to improve your home quickly and easily. Be sure to gather your materials and tools and check out these 10 easy woodcrafts.😉
1. How does the wooden frieze work?
This decorative element is applied to the upper part of the walls, at the junction between the ceiling and the wall, during the construction of buildings. It can be made of wooden molding or polyurethane or other materials, such as plastic or polyurethane.
Keeping the wainscoting in top condition requires regular maintenance. This includes cleaning, refinishing, or coating to prevent moisture damage. ☀️
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2. Can you tell me what it is used for?
In areas where walls are likely to be damaged, such as corridors or children’s rooms, a wooden frieze is an excellent choice. Although the frieze can be installed from the floor to the ceiling, it is most common to install it at a medium height, approximately 1.20 meters above ground level. It can also conceal imperfections in the wall and improve insulation.
It can also be used to give a touch of elegance and decoration to the room by covering the ceiling and wall joints. As well as concealing cables or pipes, it can also be carved and can come in a variety of styles and designs, depending on the owner’s tastes and the construction style.
An attractive finish, hiding imperfections, and protecting walls are all characteristics of the wooden frieze used in building construction and interior decoration.
3. How should I place it? What materials should I use?
You will need the following materials to install wooden wainscoting:
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In order to install wainscoting, you need a piece of wood that covers the entire length of the wall that you want to cover with it. The slats are tongue-and-groove wooden slats, which are used to cover walls and ceilings. Be sure to choose a good quality wood that is suitable for indoor use.
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You will need nails or screws suitable for the wood you’ve chosen to attach the frieze to the wall. Make sure the nails or screws are long enough to penetrate the wall and hold the wainscot firmly. 🪛
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For the frieze to be fixed, you’ll need a hammer or a drill.
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Mounting adhesive can be used for fixing and assembling things without the need for screws, nails, or glue. It can also be used to finish friezes if you aren’t good with tools.
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Sand the wood before installing the frieze to remove any irregularities and make it smooth.
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Cover the expansion joint and finish the frieze with skirting boards, corner trims, or edge guards.
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Using brushes or rollers to apply the paint or varnish to the wainscoting is necessary if you want to paint or varnish it 🎨
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If you are installing wainscoting, it’s important to follow the instructions and use the right materials and tools. For placing the wooden frieze, you may need a jigsaw, metro, or spirit level. 🧰
4. Friezes made of wood can be hung in the following ways:
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The first step is to prepare the wall: make sure it is smooth and free of obstacles where you will be installing the wainscoting. If necessary, sand the wall to remove any irregularities. The first step of installing the wooden frieze is to measure the wall and mark the height that you wish to place it at. Next, you need to screw and plug the battens to the wall, which are the wooden slats that will hold the boards.
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Use a hacksaw or power saw to cut the wood to the correct length for the wall. Follow proper safety precautions when working with power tools. 🪚
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Make sure the wood is smooth to the touch before installing the frieze. 🤚🏻
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Make sure the wainscoting is level by using a level and marking the position on the wall.
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When the frieze boards are in a vertical position, the battens must be installed in a horizontal position and vice versa. To place a vertical frieze, first fix the first batten horizontally, about 5 centimeters from each end, using a spirit level. When the second batten is installed close to the ground, leave a 2 centimeter gap. Place intermediate battens as necessary to cover the wall to the desired length.
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We can fix the frieze to the wall with nails or screws. Make sure the nails or screws are long enough to penetrate the wall and hold the frieze firmly. Use a hammer or drill, or you can attach the frieze with adhesive.
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To complete the installation of the wooden frieze, you must place finishing pieces on the upper part, in the corners and on the skirting board to cover the joints with the floor. With nails or mounting adhesives, these pieces can also be attached to the wall, giving it a more professional and aesthetic appearance.
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Lastly, if you are painting or varnishing the frieze, apply it with a brush or roller and let it dry for a while 🖌️
