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Wainscoting Styles: From Traditional to Modern

A visual guide to wainscoting styles including raised panel, shaker, board and batten, and picture frame molding.

Wainscoting adds architectural character to any room. The right style depends on the home’s architecture, the room’s function, and the overall design direction.

Raised Panel

The most traditional style, featuring panels that protrude from the frame. Perfect for formal dining rooms, studies, and colonial-style homes.

Shaker Style

Clean, flat panels with simple frames. This versatile style works in transitional and modern homes. It’s the most popular choice we install, offering classic appeal without being ornate.

Board and Batten

Vertical boards with narrow battens covering the seams. Creates a clean, linear look that works beautifully in farmhouse, coastal, and modern designs.

Surface Theory Team · December 20, 2024All posts