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We built out the stair a bit and then wrapped it with the MDF. The stair used to be wrapped with carpet, but we wanted to avoid that and clean up the look. Measure, cut, and install the base molding. They were a great price and just wide enough to be ripped (cut length-wise) in half to create the subtle look I was going for.īe sure to check out this tutorial for perfect board and batten spacing! Board and Batten Step 1: Install Base Molding They were in the lumber isle near the plywood and NOT with the moldings. At our local Home Depot they had some 3 3/4″ x 1/4″ thick unpainted MDF strips called MDF Bender boards.

Battens (vertical boards): In the past we have used 1×4 or 1×2’s that are the same thickness as the upper and lower molding, but this time I wanted the battens to be small and insignificant to create a light texture.We ran one on the wall and one on the ceiling to create a wrapped-corner look.

Boards for Crown Molding: We opted for a simple rather than ornate look and chose 1×4 MDF.

Boards for Base Molding: We chose 1×8 MDF.

We’re here to help you do it yourself with professional-looking results!Ĭome see how to build the bright yellow Swedish Mora Clock and the Dutch Barn Door / Baby Gate, too!ĭIY Board and Batten Wall Tutorial Materials for Installing a Board and Batten Wall:

Learn how to install a Board and Batten wall.