DIY SLAT WALL

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Slat walls like these are gaining popularity, and I love it!

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One day I’ll take this bedroom back for myself and actually get to use this little reading spot.

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MATERIALS

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Do it in just five steps

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Plane the boards smooth.

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Cut them to length.

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Cut them into slats for the DIY slat wall.

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Sand the fronts and edges then give them a coat of paint. Also paint the wall the same color.

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Attach slats to the wall using construction adhesive and a nail gun. Fill nail holes, sand, then apply one more coat of paint

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The Result

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Learn all about accent walls

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