How Do You Install A Paneled Chair Rail?
Instead of installing a wooden chair rail to liven up your living room or dining area, you might consider installing paneled chair rails, which are decorative architectural panels that are eight feet long and usually four to eight inches wide. The panels are made from urethane, a flexible plastic material that is made to resemble plaster, and they almost always feature a repeating pattern or design. They add a formal, Victorian visual presence that is not possible with the old-fashioned chair rail. Decide on the height of your chair rail.The architectural standard for chair rail height is 32 inches , but you can raise or lower the paneled molding to suit your taste. Clean the area where your chair rail panel will be attached to the wall. Do this first with a putty knife and then with soap and water. Be sure to rinse the area clean of any soap residue. Chalk a line around the room at your chosen height. Lay out the pieces of molding on the floor beneath the spot where they will go. Pane
