the beauty of paneled walls

I've been painting trim and walls and doors in my living room all weekend, and while it's exhausting, some crisp white semi-gloss paint has really made such a world of difference in this room. It now really feels classic and timeless and stylish. Still, I wish my woodwork were in better condition (but it's original and this house is old!). I'm envious of these gorgeous walls with perfect moldings that have caught my eye lately.

living etc.

thibault



domino

homes and gardens

Side note: What do you think of the paneled walls painted in colors, not just standard white? I like it.

12 comments

René said...

I like them all Casey, but I think the Thibaut image is wonderful. And that last image, yum. Is that your house? No matter the color, molding adds a ton of character to a room.

Carrie @ Hazardous Design said...

Gorgeous! I'm passing on the Stylish Blog Award to you :) Stop by and see my post today for details.

Karen said...

I like the blue paneled walls more than I thought I would. White always looks so crisp though. I'm trying to talk my mom into painting the paneling in her family room white for a cottage like feel, but she wants to get rid of it all together. Wish I could convince her, the house is located on a large pond so white paneling would be ideal.

casey at loft and cottage said...

OMG Rene I wish that was my house! Karen, good luck convincing your mom to keep her paneling. I love it in a waterfront setting! Carrie, thank you so much!

Fran said...

I'm partial to white paneled walls, but the last picture (is that Amy Meier's work?) is stunning!! I mean I LOVE it and would love to do that in a cozy den or office!! I'm glad to hear the hard work paid off this weekend!!!

Chic Coles said...

We want so much to use this in a project it adds so much to a room.We really like it half wall like in the first photo.

Ashley said...

I'm loving the painted woodwork, as well as the awesome bench in picture #2!

Ispirato Design said...

I found your blog over at Carrie's. Congratulations! Umm... paint, woodwork- love it, I'm your newest follower!

A Vintage Vine said...

I am in love with that fireplace wall...can you imagine all that beautiful wood work....it adds so much character!!

I {heart} Nap Time said...

Just found your beautiful blog. I too am in love with paneled walls. I just did a room in my living room and it makes ALL the difference. Come by and visit me some time at I ♥ Nap Time.

designchic said...

Paneled walls are stunning...add so much character to a room ~

Amy Meier said...

Casey! Thank you for including my work in this post! So happy to read that others are enjoying the blue/green paneling.
Best,
Amy Meier