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The wood wall cladding guide for a successful result!

The wood wall cladding guide for a successful result!

Guide to wooden wall cladding:

The use of wood as wall cladding gives rooms a warm and natural atmosphere. Certain measures are required so that you can take optimum care of your wooden wall cladding and preserve its beauty. This guide provides you with practical tips on selecting, installing and maintaining your wooden wall cladding.

Table of contents:


Chapter 1: Selecting the right type of wood

1.1 Consideration of the room conditions
1.2 Aesthetic considerations


Chapter 2: Preparation and installation

2.1 Substrate preparation
2.2 Selecting the installation method


Chapter 3: Care and cleaning

3.1 Regular cleaning
3.2 Protection from moisture


Chapter 4: Repair and maintenance

4.1 Treatment of scratches and dents
4.2 Replacing damaged elements


Chapter 5: Effective design ideas

5.1 Accent walls and focus areas
5.2 Combination with other materials


Chapter 6: Step by step to a new wall - installation instructions

Chapter 1: Selecting the right type of wood

1.1 Considering the room conditions

Choose a type of wood that meets the specific conditions of the room. For example, woods with natural resistance to moisture are suitable for damp rooms such as bathrooms.

1.2 Aesthetic considerations

Consider the desired aesthetic effect. Light woods such as maple or birch create an airy atmosphere, while darker woods such as walnut or mahogany create a cozy and luxurious aura.


Chapter 2: Preparation and installation

2.1 Substrate preparation

Make sure that the surface for the wall cladding is clean, even and dry. Smooth surfaces ensure easy and safe installation.

2.2 Selecting the installation method

Depending on the wood cladding selected and personal preferences, there are various installation methods available, such as the tongue and groove system, gluing or fastening with nails or screws. Choose the method that best suits your project.


Chapter 3: Care and cleaning

3.1 Regular cleaning

Dust the wooden wall cladding regularly to prevent the accumulation of dust and dirt. Use a soft feather duster or a slightly damp cloth for this purpose.

3.2 Protection from moisture

Ensure that the wood paneling is not exposed to excessive moisture. If necessary, you can use special wood care products to protect the wood from moisture.


Chapter 4: Repair and maintenance

4.1 Treatment of scratches and dents

Small scratches or dents can be repaired with wood fillers that match the color of the wood. Apply the filler, allow it to dry and lightly sand the repaired area.

4.2 Replacing damaged elements

In the case of more serious damage, individual wooden elements can be replaced. Make sure that the replacement matches the original wood as closely as possible in terms of color and structure.


Chapter 5: Effective design ideas

5.1 Accent walls and focus areas

Use the wood wall paneling to create accent walls or focus areas. You can achieve interesting design effects through targeted placement.

5.2 Combination with other materials

Experiment with combinations of wood and other materials such as stone, metal or tiles to create a harmonious and interesting design. This guide provides you with comprehensive tips for the selection, installation and maintenance of your wood wall cladding. By following these recommendations, you can ensure that your wood cladding remains not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing.

Chapter 6: Step by step to the new wall - installation instructions

Lay your dream wall yourself

Do you want to bring a piece of nature and rustic coziness into your home with wodewa? Your wall cladding should be individual - far removed from classic wall paints and wallpaper. A good decision, because hardly any other furnishing element creates such a cozy and authentic living ambience. With a little manual skill, you can easily install your new wooden wall cladding yourself - without having to hire an expensive craftsman service for your new dream wall.

Wooden wall cladding for DIY enthusiasts

Laying wooden wall cladding: how it works

With our video instructions, installing your new wodewa wooden wall cladding is quick and easy. Simply click on the video to find out which tools and aids you need and how best to prepare your dream wall. Get started right away and give your rooms a natural elegance with our professional tips!

Laying instructions
w200 I w400 I Vintage
Full-surface bonding with Wakol adhesive

Laying instructions
w1000
self-adhesive

Laying instructions
w30 I w50 I w100
self-adhesive

Laying instructions
w200 I w400 I w1000 I Vintage I Reclaimed wood
Spot gluing with assembly adhesive

Laying instructions
w200 I w400 I Vintage

Full-surface bonding with Wakol adhesive

Laying instructions w1000

self-adhesive

Laying instructions
w30 I w50 I w100
self-adhesive

Laying instructions
w200 I w400 I w1000 I Vintage I Reclaimed wood
Spot gluing with assembly adhesive

Before you start

Determine material requirements - Determine the area, length x width. Also think about possible offcuts.

Check the substrate - The substrate to which you want to attach the wooden wall cladding must be stable, firm, smooth and dry. The smoother the substrate, the stronger the adhesion. No primer may be used. It must not be bonded directly to rough or textured plaster!

Pre-sort - depending on the wall cladding purchased, the brick slips or panels have a different thickness of 2/4/6 mm.

Provide tools - have the necessary tools ready depending on the installation.

Set up the surface - mark the surface to be covered and use the spirit level to draw a horizontal line for the top row of panels.

You are welcome to download or print out our pdf files on the specific installation methods.

Any questions? Ask our customer service!

Still unsure how to install your wall panels yourself? We can help!

If you still have any questions on the subject of "fixing wall panels", we will be happy to answer them. Fastening is really easier than you think! So just ask us your questions. The quickest way to reach our customer support team is by phone on +49 39 349 / 94 19 50.