Posted 2005-05-03 11:50 AM (#24645) Subject: paneling, oak plywood, etc.
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Hi,
I'm now ready to start the furring strips and am looking at my paneling options. First wood strip gets installed today, I'm excited! I'd like to use wood paneling, preferably something that I can seal the backside of (planning for future leaks, ya' know). I considered using a 1/4" hardwood or oak plywood - cabinet grade - and staining it a color I like (maybe pickled white). My question is, if I do that, would it be necessary to put up a heavier piece of plywood behind it, too? Or could I just place my furring strips closer together (like 8 or 10" centers) to support the thinner plywood?
I can't find a 3/8" hardwood plywood, but could go with regular sanded plywood in 3/8" (it would be finished off with paint or vinyl).
Posted 2005-05-03 1:05 PM (#24649 - in reply to #24645) Subject: RE: paneling, oak plywood, etc.
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We Red Oak paneling. It looks beautiful - but it's hard to find. Real wood paneling is tough stuff, so it should be okay on it's own. We Liquid Nailed it and it's holding great.
Posted 2005-05-03 1:48 PM (#24652 - in reply to #24645) Subject: RE: paneling, oak plywood, etc.
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I am currently installing paneling now. I used 1X3 furring strips on 12" center. I am stapleing the panels with an air stapler and it works good. I am concerned about added weight so I chose to use the same type panel for the walls as well as ceiling that is used in motor homes etc. Check out the link. I went and picked it up and the savings were well worth it. With the furring on 12" there is no need to add anything else. The stuff I am using is luan and is quite tough. No sags on the ceiling. I am attaching the ceiling with screws and the rossetes. Watch the overall weight!!!
Posted 2005-05-03 3:02 PM (#24657 - in reply to #24652) Subject: RE: paneling, oak plywood, etc.
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I'm using a knotty pine tongue and groove type paneling. It's real wood and is working out great. Easy to work with and cut. It's 1/4" thick and comes in packages of 6-4"x8' planks. You can see it on my links below.
Posted 2005-05-03 6:30 PM (#24670 - in reply to #24664) Subject: RE: paneling, oak plywood, etc.
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Actually, Michelle, it runs about $9.00 a pack at Lowes. Home Depot has it for about $11.00...go figure. I really wanted to use the Cedar cause they have that too but it's about $20.00 a package. The package says it covers 14sq.ft. uncut. It's really nice stuff and very easy to work with.
Posted 2005-05-03 6:46 PM (#24674 - in reply to #24670) Subject: RE: paneling, oak plywood, etc.
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Thanks Todd - I looked at my HD and all they had was the $20 per pack stuff. Seems like it was pine. I'll definitely check Lowes (have to drive to a neighboring state to get to a Lowes).
Posted 2005-05-04 6:34 AM (#24691 - in reply to #24670) Subject: RE: paneling, oak plywood, etc.
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Originally written by maccwall on 2005-05-03 7:30 PM
Actually, Michelle, it runs about $9.00 a pack at Lowes. Home Depot has it for about $11.00...go figure. I really wanted to use the Cedar cause they have that too but it's about $20.00 a package. The package says it covers 14sq.ft. uncut. It's really nice stuff and very easy to work with. Safe Riding, Todd
I got the same stuff a little lower grade (so more knots and therefore waste) but I got it for $4.50 a package (that Can dollars too! LOL) at Home Depot.
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