Does Beadboard Go over Drywall?

Beadboard may be installed over drywall or old plaster providing these materials are solidly attached to the wall framing. In our project, we installed the beadboard as a countertop backsplash and needed to remove the old laminate from the wall.

How do you install beadboard over drywall?

If you are installing beadboard over drywall, choose a panel with 3/8-inch or 1/4-inch thickness. That will ensure a reveal, albeit a narrow one, at the point where your beadboard meets the door molding. Apply a thin bead of caulk to fill the narrow gap between the beadboard and the molding.

Does paneling go over drywall?

It is common practice to put paneling over drywall. Two main reasons for that are fire rating and ability to spread adhesive evenly so panels don't bulge between studs. There is no real R-value advantage.