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How to Add a Real Brick Look to Walls

The look of an exposed brick wall can instantly add charm to a room. Installing an exposed brick wall, however, is an expensive project that requires a good deal of labor. Instead of going to that kind of trouble, you can add a real brick look to your walls, even with some texture, by installing some wall panels to the room. Even better, you don't need a lot of DIY experience for this project -- just the ability to hammer a few nails.

Things You'll Need

  • Brick look paneling
  • Stud finder
  • Measuring tape
  • Circular saw
  • Paneling trim nails
  • Hammer
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Instructions

    • 1

      Prepare the wall. The wall should be completely clean before installing paneling. Wash it with a degreasing soap and scrub it with a sponge. Let the surface dry completely before proceeding.

    • 2

      Measure the paneling. Determine how many panels you will need and if you will have to make any cuts. Wall panels are typically sold in a size of 4 by 8 feet. If your wall is 9 feet tall and 8 feet wide, you need three panels total -- two complete and one cut to size. Cut the necessary panels ahead of time to make the project go faster. Use a circular saw with a fresh blade so you do not create a jagged edge on the paneling. Wear safety glasses while using the saw to prevent any debris from getting in your eyes. Keep your fingers away from the blade and use the blade guide to protect against injury. Do not force the panel through the saw; just feed it slowly.

    • 3

      Find the wall studs. Use an electronic studfinder to locate the studs in the wall. The panels will have to be nailed into these studs. Mark the studs with a pencil.

    • 4

      Install the panels. Hold the first panel up to the wall -- it's easier to work from the ground up, but you can start at the ceiling if you prefer. Use paneling nails that match the color of the grout between the faux bricks and nail them through the paneling into the studs. Watch your seams -- you won't be taping or mudding these seams between the panels, and they will need to be flush with one another.

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