How to Install Wood Slat Wall Panels | Trepanel

[@niconico326]

Always funny to see that many people criticize someones work he would like to show. You think you're better than him? Upload your video. I haven't seen them yet. This video is pretty good and he delivers nice work. Thanks for sharing.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Many thanks my friend

[@youtubeuser2195]

Yes, fully agree. People making negative comments should a video of their own.

[@tylerjones3875]

Brilliant install video! Finally one that has real life problems and how to overcome them. Every other install video just makes it look easy and it’ll be up in 2mins. Great explanations, top points to you sir!

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Thank you very much, glad we could help you

[@lefty8493]

firstly, use glue to stick them up, whether thats contact glue or a construction adhesive. secondly, use a galvanised extension box to bring the socket out, cut the hole for the socket the same size as the back box so the socket face overlaps the wood, get a roll of black felt tape, wrap the metal extension box in felt tape so that when you look down on it you cant see the metal extension box. done this lots of times and looks fantastic

[@MrandMrsDIY]

All sounds good thanks

[@adamwainwright3192]

If you used glue/adhesive would it not rip of the plaster if you ever decide to remove these slats?

[@lefty8493]

@@adamwainwright3192 yes, probably but if your removing the entire wall covering that’s hardly a small decision. Construction adhesive is how many of the manufacturers instructions tell you to install it.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

It depends how strong of glue you use and how well bonded your plaster is to the surface below, Most cases it should be a problem, but best check with your supplier and do you own investigation on the condition of your plasterwork @@adamwainwright3192

[@CosmicBrain21]

Great tutorial. For the electric socket, I would personally use some ply to shim between the wall and a patress box to bring the socket forward flush with the panel.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Great idea

[@sackville_bagginsess]

Wouldn't it leave gaps between each slat?

[@CosmicBrain21]

⁠​⁠@@sackville_bagginsessYou wouldn’t get gaps but I suppose you would see the white plastic in between the slats but you could of course paint that, at least it would be safe and accessible though.

[@oldmanvlogs-UK-PHP]

If you have to have cuts, cut the panels and make sure the cuts are at low level, having the cuts high level is closer to eye vision, lower the better and also use a skeleton back in box for the sockets

[@wildhogget69]

Just got half way through this excellent video and felt like I know this guy, then it dawned on me Big Brother. Great installation and tips.

[@mikemm1456]

would it be an idea to run the long panel from the ceiling down having the joint at the bottom, usually bed/lockers will obscure them more, but maybe a bit my fiddly to fit.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Yes it would certainly work that way, our wall panels have been up for 3 months now and no body has noticed the joint

[@SPS_survivor]

One question for all you ‘master craftsmen’ why are you watching tutorials if you’re all armchair craftsmen?? #funnyasfook #pleaseshowusyourway #theonlywayissatonyoursofaonyourphone #lazy #negativevibessuck

[@Andy-bl2oq]

Shocking aren't they was just thinking the same . Feel sorry for Craig but half of these people on here sound like they need to be on anti depressants.😅

[@Ewaan_]

I stumbled on this video through suggestions and I'm left feeling glad that Craig got out of Avid Merrion's cupboard.

[@MrDIYCraigPhillips]

Cheers

[@andrewmccoy8446]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 right?

[@MrDIYCraigPhillips]

Hahaha @@andrewmccoy8446

[@Bend_Sinister]

and he got out of the Big Brother house as the first winner!

[@MrDIYCraigPhillips]

Thanks right, @@Bend_Sinister

[@Steven-hk2wb]

The top half cut-in is what I was most interested in, but all the photo shots blurred it out. When one buys panels that don't make it to the top, how good can someone hide the lines? I think, cannot.

[@wallsandfloors]

Hey guys! Craig also dropped 2 videos on our channel! 👉How to Install Wood Slat Wall Panels to Stud Walls 👉How To Install A Wood Slat Headboard 🏃‍♂Go Check them out!

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Thanks guys

[@garyalcorn3831]

How can u plug anything in cable comes out the bottom of plug better cutting bit smaller and sitting the socket flush with slats

[@maxflight777]

I used your technique, but glued mine on.

[@SuperVicky115]

Hlo, can you suggest me from where I can buy grey wood panel and who can fix in TX

[@wallsandfloors]

Hey! Herer are our grey panels: www.wallsandfloors.co.uk/wood-wall-panels/by-colour/grey-wood-wall-panels

[@masa4936]

Firstly the sockets are too recessed for plugs to fit as most are moulded and secondly I would have the full panel touch the ceiling and cuts below, but that’s my preference

[@andrewcao6686]

Socket cut outs should be smaller than the face plate so the face plate can be fitted in front to hide the opening. Buy slats that are floor to ceiling length or put the cut somewhere less obvious e.g. behind your bed frame. An alternative look is just to fix slats to the bottom half of the wall.

[@keendnb]

I was thinking of battening the wall because I wanted to go for the effect of the slat wall not reaching the floor or ceiling. I won't have to remove the skirting board and it allows backlighting.... The sockets could be a little tricky though, deep back box should do it 🤞

[@alexbrooks6435]

​@@keendnbdeep back boxes and paint the exposed metal or plastic black. Should be a nice finish.

[@keleelaslam3007]

Good idea. But i found that when u tighten the socket against the wall panel, the slats kick in due to the spongy back, too loose and the socket moves about when plugging into it. Catch 22 im afraid

[@MrandMrsDIY]

I agree with the cutting around the sockets this would look better, however I'm not allowed to tell viewers to remove a socket face to then remount her the cut if they aren't qualified electricians!

[@L.I.A.M8502]

@@keleelaslam3007 Before you fit the panels fix batten around your sockets so when you install the panel it won’t pull in!

[@HeliumFreak]

I dunno abiut that top row. I would have either not bothered and just painted behind it or I would have added extra staples before cutting them because that method stands out as it's certainly not in line with the rest of the slats

[@ultra1obscene]

wouldve been better to do them at the bottom and not the top

[@smittyjamfan]

Im about to do this but have a question, i need to run 2.5 cable for additional sockets will the cable fit behind the panels or am i better to recess a hole in the plaster...thanks

[@wallsandfloors]

Hi, you would probably best to recess a hole in the plaster as the panels will need to sit flush to the wall. Thanks, Emily

[@adamjackass1]

That looks a right mess at the top! For starters I’d have done that at the bottom, because you’re more likely to have it concealed by furniture. But, really all you needed to do was buy the slightly longer ones and cut them down to size for a full length no seam finish! Any off cuts you can use for other little projects.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

I don't disagree.

[@shakejones]

Great video+explanation+presentation! Thank you for sharing your knowledge! Well done mate - NEW SUB 🙏🏻

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Mnay thanks

[@MIKEYT-ee6ff]

Take sockets off purchase longer screws still looks great though 👊

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Thanks

[@abulkhair1195]

@mrandmrsdiy - Craig Philips, where about are you based mate? Fancy taking up a job on? Your work looks fantastic!

[@numan277]

You should buy 2.9m in height to get the full height in one length rather than buying 2.4m and then adding stupid pieces and have a line there which’s not a professional job at all

[@herbie70philip]

Why not long electric socket screws and leave the sockets flush. I think you would have trouble getting a lot of plugs to fit into the socket.

[@clipz1]

great vid acutally got some free samples from the site which is great but i've gotta go around a window and im not looking forward to it but seeing this give me a little more confidence

[@wallsandfloors]

let us know if you need any advice!

[@MrandMrsDIY]

It shouldn't be a problem going round windows reveals, do check out our other videos of installing these boards around our bed headboard as its similar technique.

[@rosepop4016]

Wow u made everything easy

[@steverathbone1954]

Just be careful with the mains sockets if the facia's are fitted flush on top of the wood slat and the back box ( plastered in place ? ) is left in the solid wall a small gap would be open between the slats that a child could get there finger behind the socket facia and possible touch the live contact. Would be best to fit off cuts of wood or felt to cover gaps or clip in plastic box with back removed. I no it is pickee but just a through.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Its a very thing to point out, thanks

[@briangallagher6624]

I think I would paint the black edges on each side white, that would hide how out of plumb those corners are.

[@ethomas6598]

That's a great idea. Thanks

[@melraine919]

Good demo and info 👍✌Well done Craig 👏and thank you.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Many thanks

[@melraine919]

@@MrandMrsDIY You’re welcome

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[@benjohnson4084]

Nobody mentions that the skirting wasn't checked for level, as the bottom of the board is sitting on this it may be the skirting that is causing the first panel to be out of plumb.

[@toastie1]

The top pieces were wonky, put the join on the bottom where some furniture might hide them would of been an idea.

[@FeiWeltall-z2i]

Would have*. But agreed

[@toastie1]

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[@jasonpatterson2143]

Best installation video by far

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Cheers

[@davemathieson7565]

Never going to be able to use those sockets

[@shakz1985]

Love his videos the way he explains everything gives you the confidence to do it yourself ❤

[@wallsandfloors]

You can do it! 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Thanks, glad its helping

[@amberlisesalomon8499]

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[@astronemir]

Wait you just screw the felt in???

[@wallsandfloors]

Yes, you would screw through the felt to install your wood panel to the wall. We would recommend using screws similar to the colour of the felt to make them near invisible.

[@NaimSonkan]

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[@CapucineLamoubiv]

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[@alexriley6663]

Glued mine with gorilla glue spot on

[@wallsandfloors]

Adhesive is a great alternative to screws!

[@DeanHirt]

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[@craigmarshall1651]

Most clear tutorial. Really helpful

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Many thanks

[@MrDIYCraigPhillips]

Thanks Craig

[@HowardBaumgart-z2q]

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[@truehope287]

I'm no expert, however it seems to me that if you had started in one corner you would only have to cut ONE board....

[@edgewaterjr]

Ok, I have never done this job before, so I watched his video. I usually do it the way I like in the end, but I would love to see your video.

[@PowellRandolph-k4c]

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[@ferdinandcoleman7594]

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[@marckas7865]

Wouldn't it be easier to paint the wall black and just install wood slats?

[@basitsanamashabela3891]

What were the measurements for those pannels?

[@wallsandfloors]

Hi, these are 2400mmx600mm and we also do 1200x600 and 600x600. Thanks, Emily

[@performingspecs7841]

I guess I’m just lazy but the finished results just aren’t worth the amount of work that goes into installing this material. I’d rather do shiplap.

[@DouglasCooperte]

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[@Milkybar882]

Are screws needed? Have seen some use just the glue. This screws just go straight in the wall without any wall plugs?

[@wallsandfloors]

hi, you can use either screws or adhesive to attach them. It will depend on the type of wall whether you need plugs or not. Thanks, Emily

[@EueyrSueon]

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[@Jojohumf]

Thank you for the video, subbed!

[@wallsandfloors]

Thanks! Let us know if you have any questions

[@MrDIYCraigPhillips]

Many thanks

[@RUIYA-NEWMATERIAL]

These wall panels contain too much glues...It is made of wood scrap..

[@wall-panel-manufacturer]

wall panel manufacturer from china, any chance to cooperate?

[@nav01nav]

Good idea starting from center. I will do that. Can i not just use adhesive instead of screwing them on?

[@wallsandfloors]

Hi, yes you can use adhesive instead or as well as screws! We'd recommend this one: www.wallsandfloors.co.uk/nail-free-panel-adhesive?_br_psugg_q=panel%20adhesive

[@nav01nav]

​@@wallsandfloors perfect thanks i ordered these panels from your website too

[@maxflight777]

Superb content ! Clear, not verbose, unambiguous! Bloody perfect. *Best wishes*

[@wallsandfloors]

Glad you liked it!

[@jamesfin6039]

That is some annoying accent

[@EnglishPoolandSnooker]

If you are doing a cut that leave the slats moving around, it’s better to staple the felt to the batten on the back, near to where you are going to cut. Much better than gluing them

[@SPS_survivor]

Gluing is far more accurate as he got them dead in line with the others and remember that he had made cuts so they weren’t completely accurate, most walls are like this so it makes 💯 sense

[@EnglishPoolandSnooker]

@@SPS_survivor if you staple them, they will be dead in line anyway, and you get a better cut as the small slats aren’t moving when you are cutting

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Good idea thanks

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Thanks @@SPS_survivor

[@JLippiDrums]

Best tutorial on installing slat walls out there by far. Saved me from many mistakes. Subbed

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Many thanks

[@MrDIYCraigPhillips]

[@philgolding8352]

The wall never be level but it may or not be upright

[@makkapacca]

Plumb . The wall is not plumb.

[@DJOverpar]

Is this the geezer who won big brother 40yrs ago?

[@igantiusfaraday5149]

It is indeed

[@ChristopherMoore-d9u]

Friesen Locks

[@williamrae9954]

Always wondered what happened to Craig after Big Brother...clear talker for a Scouser 😊

[@adamcunningham2511]

It's actually him isn't it ?

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Yes it certainly is @@adamcunningham2511

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Working hard @markpresbury2110

[@dwaynem9819]

Ah ha. That's where I recognise him from. It was doing my head in. I knew the comments section would save me. Cheers❤

[@MrDIYCraigPhillips]

Cheers

[@terencekam4993]

Great tutorial! Looking to try this myself. I like how you showed all the tools and measuring and gave your advice on certain things to look out for. Very informative. Thank you!

[@wallsandfloors]

Glad it was helpful!

[@edthompson9337]

You were getting confused between level and plumb! 😂

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Hahaha

[@MAli99923]

Excellent work! Thank you How much did it cost to do that wall?

[@wallsandfloors]

The panels' RRP is £99.95 / panel. They currently have up to 25% off and we have smaller panels that start at £24.95. Thanks, Emily

[@MAli99923]

@@wallsandfloors Thanks Do you have a link?

[@wallsandfloors]

Here you go - www.wallsandfloors.co.uk/wood-wall-panels

[@chicobabyification]

Is that the guy that was on big brother years ago?

[@wallsandfloors]

Yes!

[@JunmarPasion]

I learned something today.Thanks mate 👍

[@davidmckee2898]

I was going to get these for my room but to be honest with you it's a bit too much faffing about. And when it's done it won't look perfect😩

[@MrandMrsDIY]

There's certainly not faffing around, they go in quick and easy, and will look great for many years to come

[@davidmckee2898]

@@MrandMrsDIY it doesn't look like they go up easy

[@wallsandfloors]

We have a KZbin short dropping today at 16:20 showing 3 panels being completed in only 3 minutes! Stay tuned! @@davidmckee2898

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Check out our other installation videos when I glue the boards to a stud frame its so much quicker and easier @@davidmckee2898

[@Trinity_Utube]

This man is a real tutor by nature, Awesome work 🥂🔥

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Thank you! Much appreciated!

[@Rapid_GT]

These look pretty good but not sure if the wider slat version would look better than the one youve installed

[@billyf5591]

It's plumb, not level you are looking for, Mr DIY.!!

[@wallsandfloors]

Noted!

[@lukepeacham9663]

Can you put foil insulation behind them to help keep the heat in?

[@MrandMrsDIY]

I'd double check with Walls & Floors

[@lukepeacham9663]

@@MrandMrsDIY Thank you. A great video by the way.

[@wallsandfloors]

The foil can be used behind the Trepanel, yes. You would, however, have to use screws to fix the panel, not adhesive.

[@lukepeacham9663]

@@wallsandfloors Brilliant thank you 😊

[@Happytruth]

Can’t you get them in longer lengths so you avoid that thin strip at the top?

[@greenogue10]

Great illustration Craig. Legend

[@valeriemcgovern3508]

How much for each panels

[@wallsandfloors]

Our panels are normally £99.95 / panel however right now they are 25% off so they are only £74.96 / panel. Offer ends Wednesday midnight. 😎

[@MAli99923]

@@wallsandfloors Link?

[@bavafan2236]

are drywall screws really necessary for this? the slats are at extremely low inertia force torwards the floor when they are sitting on top of the trim like that, seems like you could just nail it in and be fine.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

the manufacturers recommend it for max strength

[@PetrMitrik]

Liquid nail and use a few nails to hold untill it dries screws are definitely not necessary these are very light weight

[@roddyspence8373]

How do you hide the screws?

[@MrandMrsDIY]

you can use black screws to blend in with the backing foam!

[@zayaanhussain7292]

What colours are these slat panels?. They look greyish bluish and not green.

[@wallsandfloors]

This is the juniper shade which is a sage green tone. Here's the link: www.wallsandfloors.co.uk/trepanelar-juniper-acoustic-wood-panels. Thanks, Emily

[@tarsammalli2636]

Nice job

[@wallsandfloors]

Thank you!

[@veunouss]

Is it worth messing up the wall?

[@geodude4real]

Would it be okay to install them horizontally if the walls are not level? That way you won't notice it?

[@wallsandfloors]

Hi, yes you can install them horizontally.

[@perolito83]

Great tutorial, but I woulr not call this quick or easy😂

[@xenospawn7015]

“put your board upon the wall” spoken like a true poet😂

[@ZeroNonesense]

It's a pity that you have to struggle with these panels not produced with enough height, so a beautifully wall is kind of ruined by that little piece at the top; looks amateur. I would have bought one, if manufactures had offered 9 feet height.

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Yes it would certainly work that way, our wall panels have been up for 3 months now and no body has noticed the joint

[@Mannyarruda-d6i]

Not level …. plumb !

[@rickydowdind885]

do you have a video of installing a tv on this type of wall

[@wallsandfloors]

Hi, we don't but you can do this. You just need to screw through the felt into the wall behind. Let us know if you need any help. Thanks, Emily

[@ultra1obscene]

you would be best just cutting a big hole big enough to mount the bracket in, like a large version of what he did on the sockets. the tv will hide the hole anyway.

[@indirangobu1761]

Lovely 😍 sir

[@ellgee9402]

can you use liquid nails instead?

[@asian_akhi]

Is there anyway to remove the individual wooden slates?

[@jimmykaka89]

I suggest you rewatch the video

[@crackspider101]

FIFTEEN screws per panel! Do they really need that many? I can't see why. Does it depend what type of fixings you're using?

[@wallsandfloors]

Hi, we recommend 15 due to the size of the panel as they are 2.4 metres in height. Or a tube of adhesive. Thanks, Emily

[@crackspider101]

@@wallsandfloors thanks, I got them fitted and used the 15 screws. They look superb!

[@MrandMrsDIY]

@@crackspider101 Great to hear that

[@wepanels]

professional

[@IanPowell1985]

Looks good.

[@MrDIYCraigPhillips]

Cheers

[@MrandMrsDIY]

Thank you

[@gobrad]

Hard on the eyes

[@sined2k6]

Thanks for the tutorial! Very helpful…

[@wallsandfloors]

You're welcome 🥰glad you found it useful!