What are the panels on walls called?

What the panels used to decorate walls are called depends on their design. Generally, the panels go by the name wainscoting. Beadboard is one of the most common types and features vertical grooves along its surface. Shop a range of antique and vintage wall panels on 1stDibs.

What is wood paneling on walls called?

Wood paneling on calls is called Wainscoting. This decorative paneling can be used as a wall accent, to cover up damage, or to increase insulation.

Oak Wall Panels

Tudor Carved

Tudor Oak

Medieval Panel

17th Century Wood Panels

Tudor Panel

Jacobean Panel

Hand Carved Wood Panel

Gothic Oak Furniture

Oak Wall Panels For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of oak wall panels available for sale. Frequently made of wood, oak and paint, all oak wall panels available were constructed with great care. Find 106 antique and vintage oak wall panels at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Oak wall panels have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Oak wall panels made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Baroque — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made oak wall panels over the years, but those made by Evelyn Ackerman, Judith Daner and Alph Jack are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Oak Wall Panels?

Prices for oak wall panels start at $461 and top out at $519,000 with the average selling for $2,200.

Questions About Oak Wall Panels

What are the panels on walls called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What the panels used to decorate walls are called depends on their design. Generally, the panels go by the name wainscoting. Beadboard is one of the most common types and features vertical grooves along its surface. Shop a range of antique and vintage wall panels on 1stDibs.
What is wood paneling on walls called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Wood paneling on calls is called Wainscoting. This decorative paneling can be used as a wall accent, to cover up damage, or to increase insulation.

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