5 DIY Updates Before the Holidays: Wall Paneling, Trim Moulding and More!

The holiday season is the perfect time to add a touch of warmth and style to your home, especially if you’re expecting guests! With just a few simple upgrades, you can make each room feel fresh and festive without a full remodel. Here are five easy, DIY-friendly updates you can tackle before your guests arrive, each using our real hardwood products for a quality, polished look.

1) Bathroom Board and Batten for a Quick Refresh

Transforming your guest bathroom doesn’t require a complete overhaul. Adding Wainscoting Board and Batten Wall Paneling and a fresh coat of paint can do wonders for this high-traffic space. With our kit, this project becomes simple! Adding character and elegance without taking up much time. One of our recent DIYers, Karen, shared her beautiful Board and Batten makeover, and her bathroom instantly feels more inviting. A quick before-and-after shows just how much this feature wall enhances the space!

Installation is easy! Check out our 90-second Easy Board & Batten Kit Installation video. Save even more time with our Primed Board & Batten Wainscoting Kit

Wainscoting Kit Before and After
Karen's Before and After Wainscoting Board & Batten Kit

Karen shared: "I wanted to send you a couple pictures to show you how my project turned out with the wood I purchased from y'all. I really like how it turned out. Thanks for seeing my vision and understanding what I was looking for. This is exactly what I wanted it to look like." 

  

2) Modern Shiplap Fireplace to Elevate Your Living Room

Imagine Santa coming down a fireplace that’s not just cozy but stylish! Adding Rustic Wood Shiplap paneling around your fireplace can make your holiday decor pop. Yolanda recently used our Noir Black Shiplap to frame her fireplace, creating a bold, chic look that’s both modern and festive.
Whether your decor is traditional or trendy, a shiplap-paneled fireplace makes a stunning focal point for gatherings around the tree.
Noir Black Rustic Wood Shiplap
Yolanda's DIY Noir Black Shiplap Fireplace Project
 Yolanda shared: “Beautiful product! Great quality! Real oak wood and the black finish is flawless!”

3) Butcher Block Shelves for Extra Decor Space


Butcher Block Shelves Ready for the Holidays

Wall shelves aren’t just functional; they’re the perfect way to showcase holiday decorations and keep surfaces clear for entertaining. A few floating wood shelves create a great display space for garlands, Christmas Villages, and other festive touches. They’re also quick and easy to install, giving you instant holiday-ready shelving that can be styled for every season. Check out our video on How to DIY a Floating Shelf using Butcher Block

4) Craftsman Trim Moulding to Upgrade Your Space


Craftsman Moulding Update from Home Remodel

A small upgrade with a big impact: Trim Moulding! Adding or upgrading to Craftsman-style trim around doors, windows, and baseboards can elevate the overall look of your home in hours. The clean lines and substantial look of Craftsman Moulding bring a polished, refined feel to any room, making each detail look intentional. This trim is easy to install yourself, so you can enjoy a noticeable improvement without the hassle. *Plus, all orders of $50+ now ship free!

5) Slat Wall Panels Freshen Up Your Kitchen

From hosting family meals to baking Christmas cookies, the kitchen is the heart of the home. This holiday season, make it one to remember! Our Slat Wall panels add texture and depth, transforming a space from basic to beautiful. Hannah, one of our customers, used Slat Wall panels around her kitchen island and loved the outcome.

Hannah's DIY Kitchen Island Slat Wall Project
Hannah shared: “We bought the wood slat paneling to update our kitchen island. Most definitely would recommend! We loved the ability to order the samples ahead of time and pick the right color. We put a clear coat on it before installing. Product shipped quickly and was high quality. Ended up being cheaper than big box stores (which was composite with veneer outer—not real wood), and I feel better supporting a family business.”

The panel design makes installation quick and easy. Check out our 30-second video on how to install Slat Wall.

Ready to Start Refreshing Your Home for the Holidays?

Whether it’s adding wall paneling in your guest bathroom, shiplap to your fireplace, butcher block wall shelves, installing fresh trim, or transforming your kitchen with Slat Wall, these projects bring character and charm that will wow your holiday guests. Let this season be your time to refresh and enjoy your cozy, updated space. Ready to get started? Visit our store or browse our collection online to see which updates fit your home best!

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