Recessed Panel Wainscoting Installation - How to Install

[@ringsidejudge4302]

I am a retired 64 year old car body repair man and I have studied your videos in great depth. This has led me to have a go at Wainscoting my 16 foot x 14 foot dining room which I have now completed and am really pleased with . I would like to sincerely thank you for your detailed information and easy understood explanation of the complete process. Any one thinking on doing this type of work could not visit a better channel for professional craftsmanship, a real master at work and thank you again from Londonderry N Ireland.

[@grom7826]

OK body repair now that's an exacting profession.

[@rn9119]

ringside judge awww now you know you can’t just post something like that without showing photos!!🤣

[@douglee5599]

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[@raymondmiller8664]

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[@constantinep.9357]

I'm a carpenter for over 25 years and I must say your teaching methodology is perfect !! Your work is very nice as well. Great job and video brother !!

[@yvonnepinckney9382]

Love how eloquently you speak. Clear concise and informative! Great teacher!

[@winkranson1851]

Richard is the man!!! I watched this video maybe 10 times ... bought the pocket hole jig and went to work.... Our office wall came out fantastic... You are the most detailed instructor that I have ever had the pleasure of watching on KZbin University... Thanks... Doing the coffered ceiling tomorrow...

[@horatiobeaker]

Richard, you are not only a craftsman, you are a great teacher. I would love to see you list the projects, tools and supplies you use on each video project. Keep up the great work and the awesome videos.

[@kwaktak]

I loved this video so much. After years of patching holes in drywall from various mishaps this video inspired me to wainscot my foyer, stairway and upstairs hallway. I supplemented your design by adding 1/8” MDF to add a measure of security against accidents in the recesses. TBH the trim was the hardest part because of figuring out the angles on the stairwell - and I’m a beginner at woodworking. I owe it all to your concise presentation here.

[@manofbeard]

As a carpenter of some thirty years I can say you did a super nice job of the panelling and a great easy to follow tutorial 👍

[@andielliott2306]

Watching your videos is better than watching TV!

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[@FinishCarpentryTV]

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[@davidrankin9874]

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[@aquinojose94]

Thanks dude! Your channel is like carpentry University online lol

[@aquinojose94]

Even my wife is impressed lol

[@tomroob5765]

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[@telosfd]

I believe that this man is never getting angry. Very nice job.

[@reneneron2971]

Watched again; awesome job. One tip for you: assemble the stiles and rails on the floor like you would crown moulding; upside down, with the base towards the wall and the top farthest away. This will prevent you from mixing up the top and bottom, and also eliminate having to carry the unit out of the room to flip it over. Just lift it up when you are done from the top and nail it to the wall. Also allows you to do it by yourself, since the bottom can be just pushed against the wail, lifting the top into position and placing it against the MDF wall panel.

[@scottjessup5034]

I watch your videos religiously. It’s made my home look like a diamond. Thanks bro

[@jaidamann8365]

So far, all the videos / tutorials by DFW (or Finish CTV) are outstanding.

[@chrisortilla6111]

i feel like an employee and youre training me for my first day in trim carpentry. i really enjoy and appreciate your videos. i will be using what your videos taught me and hope to be as good as you.

[@gregstreeter5054]

You have an audience young man ,and so you should,great work.

[@suederemer]

I have been searching the internet for comprehensive and easy to follow videos for wall panels ya’ll is the best … other then the professional Maschinerie that I cannot afford I am just a civilian house wife that wants to update her home … but I just love your tutorials, with any luck I can follow some of them and und the process update my home here in Colorado Springs then sell it in summer 2022 and move to DFW if I can find a home I can afford 🥰

[@riley633]

You have got to be the best crown moulding installer I have ever seen! Thanks for all the videos you have been sharing.

[@carle.9324]

I'm 72 have done carpenter work off and on since I was 18. You have a ton of knowledge for your age, you do great work. I have learned a couple of things from you at my age of 72.

[@stuartsherman5975]

Awesome video and very helpful. My only question is what is the thickness of the MDF panel and the thickness of the rails/styles? Any light you could shed on this would be greatly appreciated.

[@allisonmajewski3065]

Wow, it looks beautiful! You did a great job! This is by far the best video I’ve seen on installing wainscoting, thank you!

[@tokwanz]

i rarely comment on youtube, but you really did a good work and great explanation! Thanks for teaching tutorial!

[@bigton666]

I've been a finish carp for 30yrs up in Washington state it's nice to see quality vids on finish carpentry there's so many hacks out there in our line of work it's nice to see the different ways people do stuff.You can never know everything so it's nice to see a diff pov on install. It's nice to see your use of pocket screws I've been trying to use them more and more sometimes it's hard to teach an old dog new tricks. Keep up the good work.Come up to Washington we need more finish carps hit up frontier door .

[@sumaibrahim4091]

Your tutorials videos are really inspirational they help me greatly. I wish I could work with you for more carpentry techniques. Thank you so much KZbin management and the cooperates

[@clobutterfly]

I have seen many carpenters doing the panel wainscoting and as you said, those guys place piece by piece as they go along amd leave thousands of holes on the MDF. I am a professional painter, I wish all carpenters were as professional, responsible and wise as you are. Congratulations and keep doing that amazing work!!!!

[@claudiacox8974]

awesome work, loved the explanation step by step, you spoke clearly ,video had nice picture

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

thank you!

[@donchiva2222]

Not really. He doesn't explain, let alone demonstrate，how anything was cut. A shame.

[@masayocole2713]

Thank you for your professional guidance.

[@nurseronsky5566]

Love the way you talk very clear, precise and calm

[@mabbroderick]

Thanks Dfw crown. Just discovered your channel. This would have saved me a ton of time about 2 years ago. Thanks for responding on the questions also very helpful. Looking forward to watching your other videos

[@mannyguillen3603]

I just did my bedroom, I wish i would seen this video first. Drilling pocket holes and laying it out on the floor was brilliant, this would have saved me so much sanding because of my uneven walls.. thank you very much!! i am definitely doing this on my next project

[@ColdWarVet607]

Fantastic job and video, great lesson! Watched a video before this with an average Joe & kids do this by just nailing 1x4's to the wall. He nailed the inside vertical pieces just into the wall board. Even a average handyman like me can tell those will eventually loosen and pull out. I liked the solid screwed together one piece design you did. Full panel MDF on the wall is way to go, can you imagine cutting all those separate pieces to right dimensions. Thanks for the lesson.

[@phucu1125]

Great video. I like how you don't have a lot of "extra" talking or crazy music. You are very exact about everything and very instructional. Great work. I am also a finish carpenter and have done these projects. I like you work. Keep it up!

[@physiques]

Where have you been all my life lol Just found your video's and I'm hooked.... Excellent presentation and skills... Thank you for sharing 👍🏼

[@ForwardNewsToday]

This guy literally always receives an applause every single time he uses his power tools. Don’t believe me...? Turn on the closed captions and enjoy!

[@SepticXable]

I tried it...I’m pretty sure they’re not installing “penile molding,” my hunch it’s panel molding. Lol

[@ForwardNewsToday]

Hahahahaha that’s hilarious!!!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@RonaldBVega]

Excellent video!! I will be installing two sections of wainscoting 12 feet long for each side. I'm basically doing the same design as yours. How would I go about estimating the job? What was your estimate for this job? Any help is appreciated. Thank you!

[@ihaveaclone]

You're so detail oriented, that's what makes a great Craftsman.

[@AttackGirl]

Once a fantastic video. Please show a up close pic of the trim molding and how you joined that with caulking to your chair molding. What size nails do you use? Is all of the backing and frame MDF and why MDF for anything?

[@CaesarCapone]

This friggin' guy! Are you joking me? I do above average home remodeling (personal home; as in, what I do for myself), and I have friends who are far more advanced than me. Add to that the fact that I have watched countless youtube videos on high end wainscoting/wood finishing... And this guy, with his understated approach and completely clear and concise instructions blows everybody else away!!! I swear, if one knows how to measure accurately, and use even the most basic of tools (or the most "common" of power tools) appropriately, they could achieve amazing results after watching these videos! I'm not trying to suck up... But honestly, the information distilled for us from his years of experience is priceless! Thank you so much for all of your videos!

[@TheWoodStroker]

Nice work. You make it look easy.

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

thank you sir

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[@dougs5990]

Thank you for making these videos to help teach how to do this. I chose a different path in construction but I love finish carpentry and how it transforms a room. I have been watching a lot of your videos to get a feel for how I want to trim out my home office and watching this stuff really give me a sense of how much work I am getting myself into but also makes me feel like I have the knowledge base to be successful doing it.

[@LifeofDayy]

Looks absolutely fantastic! Thanks for this incredibly informative and detailed video. I’m very optimistic about tackling this project in our master bedroom.

[@maynardkreb8155]

I just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge. You are the type of guy that makes the internet a great thing... no joke- thanks man.

[@nrbrtmuller]

Awesome job! Love your videos. When you cut the molding do you have to raise it up by the thickness of the stiles/rails to get the 45 deg angle?

[@clarkstone-bear7742]

Finally!! Someone does it right with the hole sheet. I Applaud you sir. Great video and nicely detailed.

[@mrcwoodworks4523]

I learned a lot today in KZbin trade school 🏫

[@PerfectPicture2012]

Beautiful job, calm voice, detailed explaining and no crazy music or too much talking!

[@drummereef]

Excellent tutorial, very much enjoyed. Keep the videos coming!

[@jgiron1279]

dfw crown awesome job learning a lot thank you... now how much can I charge for something like that? Of course if you don't mind telling me😜

[@livamour]

I’ve watched this so many times I don’t think I could ever recreate anything like this lol. This is why you’re the professional!

[@nicklogan6537]

Could you let me know the thickness of MDF ? o thickness of thin whole sheet of MDF / o thickness of thick stile(frame)

[@craigmiller8977]

Love your videos! Amazing work and appreciate the no frills deliver. I used many tips when installing recessed panel wainscoting in my dining room and came out great. I could not find panel molding anywhere locally. No sellers would even order it for me. I was able to find a place online. I saw no responses when I looked for tips on where to get it, but I found it at Baird Brothers. I ordered 3/4" x 2" poplar PM and crossed my fingers. It was exactly what I wanted! In order to ship, lengths had to be less than 8 feet. I ordered various lengths for a better rate, since I was cutting it all to smaller sizes anyways. I have no relations to this seller otherwise, just thought I might help anyone that was struggling with this bit.. it seemed like a few were. Anyways, thanks again and keep it up man!!

[@Roadrider3]

Thank you Craig. No places within 50 miles of me has this pm either. This was a big help! From Connecticut USA

[@stevenfierro5439]

Yes same here, thanks big help for me also

[@justmeandshe1]

When you nail the first sheet of 1/4" mdf, are you hitting the studs or just going into the drywall?

[@BrokenRRT]

Gary Z - I would guess he's just hitting drywall. The glue is doing the bonding. The nails are just to keep it from sagging or waving till the OSI bonds up. I did this same job in Vegas in a hotel years ago and the specs didn't call for hitting studs because of the glue. The MDF is only 1/4" so the panel doesn't weigh that much and the blow out or pull out in the drywall will be none to minimal. . I'd more concerned with nail length and depth not to strike any wiring or plumbing.

[@bighands69]

I would suggest hitting the stud if you can because it will offer better overall stability even if you are only putting in a few nails.

[@Kodikat2]

Thanks so much for these videos. My house is one of hundreds thrown up fast in the 50's, just boxes with roofs and no character. With the help of your video I am installing crown moulding, cabinet trim, baseboards and trim around the doors/windows. You are correct about the black cat. Keep up the good work and keep the videos coming. Thanks

[@johnmcdowell9468]

how did you handle the line where the two back panels butt together - did you figure out ahead of time where the stiles would fall and covered the butt line with a stile?

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

john mc dowell yes exactly.

[@henrycardenas4074]

Thanks for your time to explain clear step by step, I am a carpenter and I really love your channel keep on doing what you do my friend... like I always say life is a school you learn something new every single day!!

[@daveknott4563]

Thanks a lot bro! As asked before, roughly how much would this cost with the MDF? Also, what brad nail did you use?

[@superiorbeing95]

@Ray H Jeez seems a lot of work for 2 mill

[@michaelw6193]

I respect a craftsman/carpenter who appreciates precision and uses blue tape....to me it always gives a much more detailed professional look to paint/varnish, etc.

[@MrPhilosofly]

I've never met a wall that just "laid itself out." Use algebra, that's why we had to learn it in school: Where 3.5" is inside stile, n is number of panels, y is width of panel, 173.25" is total wall width 3.5(n+1) + ny = 173.25 or y = (173.25 - 3.5(n+1)) / n Pick a value for n, solve for y, and see if the output dimension is to your liking. You have to do it in this order, because n is an integer, while y is very likely a fractional number. Hope this helps.

[@albionwatts6000]

Thank you sir for taking the time to post this..Appreciated..!!

[@grm3300]

I'm really confused now ... what the hell is this ?

[@TrailTrackers]

grm3300: Simple really... He's just computing the total width of the stiles and the total width of the panels and adding them together; this equals the total width of the wall. -So- Stiles are 3.5" and you have 1 more stile than the number of panels because you have that extra one on the end (they wrap the panels basically). 3.5(n+1) Number of panels times the width of a panel is the total linear width of panels. ny (n times y as in multiplication) Add those 2 values together and it has to equal the total width of the wall you are working with. The second equation he put up is the just first one solved for y since that is the value you are trying to determine; the width of each panel to make them layout evenly across the wall. Remember that the width of each panel is the only thing you don't know in the beginning.

[@lostinmyspace4910]

@@robertsalas3984 Did you just come on KZbin to be entertained on how to do waincotting? Mathematics is how real carpenters calculate the accuracy of a technical job. I always wondered how it worked out, and a pencil and paper gets you there, and adding in commonsense math makes the look professional. Anything less than that, then you're not in the buildings trade.

[@dlwatib]

In this particular case n was 7, there are n+1=8 stiles times 3.5" = 28 inches total. 173.25 - 28 = 145.25; divide that by 7 to get 20.75 inches for the width of each panel.

[@LisaTutman-Oglesby]

I appreciate the detailed explanations. Your work is impeccable and really beautiful. It's a pleasure to watch your videos. You're a perfectionist and it shows in your work. Very inspiring and useful as I consider trying my hand at adding similar elements to a few of my rooms.

[@franciscosandoval4291]

is the chalk line level or do you just measure from the bottom of floor to desired height on both ends?

[@robertscalchi4816]

read my mind in case the floor is sagged in an older home

[@missmymountain]

That is where the artistic portion of this type of work plays into the plan of a project like this. It is sometimes necessary to install trim out of level or square to give the appearance of an even reveal in situations when floors, ceilings or walls are not square, plumb, or true. It can add hours of work to an ordinarily quick job if all was perfect and isn't easily done.

[@t.m.i.toomuchinformation8600]

missmymountain ... Just wow...

[@aaronmpeters26]

measure from the floor in the corners, mark the wall, measure length, hang the piece and then go level through the middle to take out any sag

[@mysticalglowtv1796]

Keep parallel to the floor so that your MDF is cut square.

[@sand0p0sse]

Very detailed worker, wish you guys were in my area. Very rare to find top class workmanship. Keep up the great work and videos.

[@roberttorres809]

Yeah, I learned that if I have to do this install; I’m hiring you!

[@UnkleBokey]

Amazing how far you’ve come. Keep learning, keep building.

[@jakemaddox76]

Thanks for the details in your videos and please keep them coming. Question on the shoe moulding, I noticed in this and your glaze video that you are putting a shoe moulding at the top of the chair rail. If your first MDF sheet is 1/4" and the second for the rails/stiles is 3/4", that would total an inch you would have to cover in order to not see the seam/joint of the chair rail. Is your shoe moulding that wide or are you caulking/sanding that seam and just covering the 1/4" MDF sheet? Second question, the chair rail in your glaze video appears quite wide, almost appears to have a ledge or cap like in assembling a traditional wainscot panel. What is that one called? Thanks for any help.

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[@sammyelliott5554]

Anytime you can post an informative video on KZbin you make a little extra $$$$.

[@DARTHFEAR0N]

Looks great and well explained! You're right about using the 1/4" material behind the frame work. 1. You lose depth. 2. You lose consistency of depth. As every wall isn't perfectly flat and when you're installing panel molding you'll find gaps in your miters from different depths of the panels from cutting the 1/4" inside of the panels. One could be 1/2" and next is 3/8". Great job on saying 1/4" first, then stiles and rails. 🤙

[@nickmacker5683]

7:19 - Meow (cat made a cameo in the background)

[@JoshMolina]

El gato.

[@lindaloftus8780]

Love your video. Have a question though, wouldn't plywood be better than mdf? If not why.

[@BrUh-km6il]

Have you tried using a notched trowel to spread the glue?

[@robertscalchi4816]

Was thinking the same thing for even coverage

[@kooookay9893]

Then you have to clean that crap off the trowel that's stuff isn't water based

[@grom7826]

I use a linoleum glue 4" blade it has V notches around 1/8" deep, works great

[@bighands69]

+rats arsed What do you mean could not afford to do it right? Do you mean he did not do it with completely solid wood?

[@iiedwinii]

Hey bud, just wanted to thank you for sharing your videos on KZbin. I'm a DIY'er and found all the videos you've posted extremely helpful. Hopefully someday I'll be as open to sharing my knowledge too! haha. Thanks again!!

[@MrNastylehner]

wheres the glue on mitres

[@ALHTX1]

steve lehner- I was thinking the exact same thing. Good vid otherwise

[@paulmcginnis3852]

Excellent tutorial, have not seen anyone that has the skills and ability to explain what needs to be done and how to do it right

[@mrsbeckydaisy]

Beautiful Job!! The honey-do list just keeps getting longer and longer since I found you guys on KZbin. Thanks for all of the great tips and short cuts!! 😃

[@tylermoss9398]

Awesome Chanel makes me miss it. I use to be a trim guy but now a PM. I miss my bags

[@trevorchristinesbikelifetr5718]

I just wanted to say thanks and let you know what an awesome job I think you're doing I'm just recently getting into working on my own house and enjoying it I've been scouring the internet and watching different people's videos you are by far one of my favorite KZbin channels just subscribe you thank you so much I really appreciate your Insight and knowledge

[@sensibleamericans1]

I know this is old, but I love your knowledge and work!

[@JoshuaMusau]

I would love to thank you sincerely for the detailed information on wainscoting installation. I am going to install a similar wainscoting in my house thanks to you, I've always wanted to have this on my walls but have never really known how to go about it. God bless!

[@KenMorgan1157]

Excellent work. I too am a professional in Canada. Your videos reflect true high end workmanship

[@altimageuk]

Hello.. I'm a retired / disabled bench joiner and get so enthralled with watching your videos on various aspects of finishing.. Really informative and you do such an excellent job.. I know you mentioned the spray gun you used, but couldn't catch it properly, which is it you used please..

[@philrabe910]

You're gonna make me weep! A man who still copes!! The last house I did had a great crew, but they were not from around here, and maybe build differently where they are from. So one guy knew how to cope but the contractor didn't so the crew didn't. [I was doing tile, so not involved with the woodwork, thankfully. The siding job would make you cry, the clients seem oblivious].

[@stevegarcia8869]

This kid is very instructive, hats off to his patient install.

[@patarmstrong1712]

Fantastic tip about hiding nail holes in MDF with the trim. Worth watching!!!

[@smirvolous]

Never short of delivering a great and thoroughly informative videos....true competence, passionate, and sincere to quality work.

[@StuckInNE]

Im a pretty handy guy but i dont think i could ever do this and have it turn out this good. Great work man. Love the videos.

[@c5back9]

Impressive workmanship and dedication to excellence. A big thumbs up!!

[@user-dy6gb6zc2l]

One of the best carpenters on you tube.. With that said, nails on a chalk board sounds soothing compared to that caulk gun.😂😂

[@prcoqui51]

Awesome workmanship and attention to detail.

[@oscarcrx-9099]

I’m ready for my first wainscoting install have only some basic trim work so far excited Thanks

[@redbarn7968]

You have really good videos. The pocket screw idea is awesome - would initially seem to take longer but it saves a ton of touch ups and sanding doing it any other way. Great stuff!!

[@girlsforgoysgirlsforgoys4010]

Love your videos. I wish you could show how you cut for coping, also what screw/nail size/type for your jobs as well as how/where to apply the adhesive and what kind it is. What kind of wood, etc. are you using for the wainscoting? I just love your work and thank you so much for taking the time to share your talent with us!

[@JO9OH4Tech]

So thankful that you take the time to make these videos.

[@glennjones1168]

I wish I had your talent you make it look so easy, I have just moved home and will be taking on this monster project after seeing this video as your work is just amazing

[@FinishCarpentryTV]

Thanks! Good luck!

[@weaponizedmemes3461]

Great job. I really like the look of it without the panel molding as well; kind of the simple look; more appropriate for the notsofancy houses out there! I'm going to use your tutorial to install this wainscoting without the molding. Great video.

[@audreyhamel7604]

Great attention to detail and great advice for making sure to hide the nail holes. I wish there were more eco tractors out there that took pride in their work and strive to get better. Wish you were near Boston when I did my house over, my choice would have been easy

[@shellgellner1254]

I really like your approach. Very professional. I’m doing my daughter’s stairwell and have not been able to find any info on installing to an existing stairwell with existing carpet. If you can share some tips on how to cut that notched board I would be grateful. Thanks so much!!

[@romeowhiskey1146]

Your final TIP about making sure the OUTLETS don't interfere with the vertical stiles...very smart.

[@jbird3602]

looks like you did the whole job without having to paint any of the other walls that's the case, great job!

[@jelsner5077]

Looks fantastic. I would like to do a full-paneled wall up to the ceiling. I guess it would be pretty much the same process?

[@gerardoaguilar7327]

Nice video. I dont understand why so many haters! I think you do a good job of explaining in detail. Keep it up bro!

[@luvjesus4evr85]

Ive watched a ton of your videos .... Nice work bro... Im 30yrs deep. If I may.... Buy festools-- 5inch palm sander ... ( Not the 6inch) and dust extractor. Perfect your Dustless within your homes. Hook your saws to extractors... Pays off in the end in cleaning... And House wifes will love you.

[@MCFCtreble]

Really cool looks great does this method full wall floor to ceiling or just waist hight

[@davincimen4495]

You do a stellar job with instruction and you're thorough. Nice job.

[@esazainal]

Great video, Inspired from this video about half wall wainscoating. I also applied it on my first wainscoating DIY project video✌️. Thank you 'Finish Carpentry TV' for a great ideas.

[@gilbertjaramillo8735]

Man, you are good at your profession. Thanks for the video.