Hallway- to panel or not to panel?
Hi all
Been deliberating for some time whether to panel our hallway or not. Just feel it is lacking in the wow factor. Been here just under 2 years and now it’s the hallway’s turn for some attention. Lights need changed and we also fancy a stair runner. Partner totally opposed to painting the bannister. Any advice welcome. TIA
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Sonia
4 years agoMuch as I like panelling I don’t think it needs it. Is it an older property? I love your floor and the stairs are beautiful as they are, but If they are slippery then maybe a runner is a good idea. Is that I console table just in view? Love a console table. I think more art would look great, maybe a gallery wall Up the stairs. Just an idea. One way to easily add a wow factor is with a gorgeous new light. Some ideas:-
Daisy England
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4 years agoThanks @Sonia and @Daisy England. I will heed your advice and keep you posted. The house is c1908 lots of original features which we appreciate.
Not a console Sonia but an old unit from Gumtree. Thanks again.
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4 years ago
KK1000
4 years agoDon’t panel it, you can add dado rail and paint bottom part different colour, or you can wallpaper top or bottom. It gives you more options to change for a very little time and money. I also think a narrow hall table under the stairs would look good and new modern lighting.
E D
4 years agoA couple of photos to give an idea of more contemporary panelling.
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I‘ve put some more photos in this idea bookhttps://www.houzz.co.uk/ideabooks/125444976/list/panelled-hallways
I think your hallway could could carry it off and look fantastic.Eileen M
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