HOW TO INSTALL BOARD AND BATTEN

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Transform your space in a weekend with this beginner's guide!

SUPPLIES

– Molding pieces  – Spackling – Molding/trim sealant – Construction adhesive – Paint – Long level – Mitre saw – Nail gun – Drywall putty – Sander – Caulking tool kit

1

Determine the spacing for your board and batten

Clean and prep your walls

2

Sand

Repair

Install your top rails first

3

Measure and mark  the wall for the top rail.  You may have to install the baseboard after you install the top rail

Cut, apply glue to molding, add to the wall, then secure with finishing nails.

4

Apply trim and molding sealant around edges that have a gap.  Then paint.

5

I love how this turned out!

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