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DIY Board & Batten Wall


 Alright, months ago I did a board and batten wall in my entry way. Since then I realized it wasn’t my best work, and I wanted it bigger.. so I set out to redo it. This time I promised I would TRY to explain how for all those who asked.

Read at own risk, as I do a lot of projects but I am horrible at trying to explain how I did it all. I get really into the moment and forget to stop and take photos, etc. So here’s a try at it. Hope it makes sense to you.

First, pick a spot, make youre measurements based on how tall and long you want it, etc.


For me, this was my measurements.

 


Second, once you figured out all your measurements-time to get all the crap you’ll need.

I recommend you go to Home Depot and hunt down these. They are 8ft long, and with doing 4ft high boards you get two out of one. These are really good condition so don’t require much sanding if any which is a plus to me-less work.

I got about 6 of them and it was the perfect amount.



Third, cut and nail your stuff. (Home Depot can cut your wood if you can’t, I believe it’s like 25cents a cut) Use some fun wood glue for an extra hold, and nail in all your boards. A brad nailer is great for this, but mine broke so a old fashioned hammer and nails it was, joy.

Be sure to use a leveling tool to help make sure your boards are leveled. Use your measuring tape like it’s your favorite toy. Use it constantly, (Measure twice-cut once)



Once all your boards are up and you’re somewhat happy with how they look, culk it. Cover them holes, make it look like it’s one big piece and not like 50 different boards nailed together. You want to give the allusion that you’re amazing at this.


When it’s dry, sand away extra messy culk and paint.

For the top I added some chalk paint to add names, etc. My favorite part and made this board and batten a little different than the normal. Turned out pretty cute I think so added that chalk paint.

If you’ve never used chalk paint before, it’s honestly like regular paint just feels thicker.
When the chalk paint is dry, set it. Cover it in chalk-then erase it all. I don’t know why, just do it, don’t argue.

Well. You made it this far with a confused look on your face. Congrats. It’s done.


Awwwww, doesn’t she just look like crap? So proud.



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