Learn how to install a board and batten accent wall the easy way! This step-by-step tutorial is simple, but gets you professional results that make a huge impact in any space!
– 1/4 inch plywood (we used two 4′ x 8′ sheets) – Laser level – Circular saw – Rip-cut Circular Saw Guide – Pin nailer/nail gun – 1-inch pin nails – Level – Compressor – Miter saw – DAP Alex Plus Caulk – Caulk gun – DAP Plastic Wood-X – Tape measure – Painters tape
Decide on the height of your top board. There is no magic formula for this. I simply looked at the wall and marked how high I wanted the top of our board and batten accent wall to be.
Rip your plywood down to size. Ripping refers to cutting the wood along its grain for a lengthwise cut. This type of cut is easy to make, so don't be intimidated! All you need is a circular saw and rip-cut Circular Saw Guide.