Living Room Panelling
We spend roughly three hours every day in our living rooms. It's a through-space, a hosting space, a spot where family and friends gather in the evening. With a TV on one wall, family photos on the other, and a view into the garden, panel positioning, placement and style will make or break your aesthetic.
Shop our living room panel selection, with traditional panel mouldings, modern acoustic slats, and MDF strips for shaker, board and batten, and geometric panelling configurations. Don't miss our new fluted wall panels — for boutique mid-century modern inspired lounges.
Panel types for living rooms
MDF panel mouldings
Perfect for creating classic Georgian or Victorian-style wainscoting at quarter, half, or three-quarter wall height. These traditional profiles work particularly well in period properties or homes seeking heritage character – use panel moulding calculator to design your custom wainscoting.
MDF panel mouldings resist warping and maintain clean lines even with seasonal temperature changes. Choose our pre-primed finish which accepts standard emulsion paint without specialist preparation.
Shaker & grid panelling
Creates orderly grid patterns using straight MDF strips. This style works effectively as:
- Feature wall behind sofas or entertainment units
- Full-room application at half or quarter height
- Framework for displaying framed photographs or artwork
The defined grid structure provides a natural way to organise wall décor, best used on a single feature or accent wall. Use our shaker panelling calculator to design, plan and order the correct amount of material.
Board & batten
Simple vertical battens with horizontal trim create defined wall sections. This style offers:
- Protection against furniture marks along lower walls
- A straightforward weekend DIY project with minimal cutting
- Strong vertical lines that complement existing cornicing
Typically installed at quarter-wall height, board and batten provides wall protection while maintaining an unfussy aesthetic.
Acoustic slat panels
Timber-effect slats with integrated felt backing improve room acoustics, particularly valuable in living rooms with hard flooring or large TV setups. These panels:
- Reduce sound echo and reflection
- Create warm, textured wall surfaces
- Add natural timber aesthetics without maintenance concerns
- Improve dialogue clarity for gaming and movies
Available in walnut, oak, ash, and painted finishes to complement various interior styles.
Fluted & reeded panels
Fine vertical ridges create subtle shadow play throughout the day, a rare sight in British homes:
- Reference Art Deco design principles
- Create interest without overwhelming patterns
- Perform well in both minimal contemporary and 70s settings
- Provide an underrated backdrop for artwork or television mounting
The linear pattern catches light differently as the day progresses, adding subtle movement to walls.
PVC feature panels
For accent walls, our PVC panels offer realistic brick, stone, and timber effects without the installation complexity of real materials. These panels:
- Install directly over existing walls
- Require no specialist tools or skills
- Create dramatic feature walls behind entertainment centres
- Resist moisture and cleaning chemicals
Installation
Most of our living room panelling systems install with standard woodworking tools. We recommend:
- Adhesive fixing for most applications
- Nail guns for secure fastening in high-traffic areas
- Laser levels for precise grid alignment
- Mitre saws for clean corner joints
Our blog contains installation guides which cover specific requirements for each panelling type.
Customisation options
We offer bespoke sizes for non-standard rooms. Our design team can:
- Calculate precise material quantities for your measurements
- Recommend optimal grid spacing for shaker patterns
- Advise on appropriate heights for wainscoting
- Suggest complementary profiles for existing architectural features
Service commitments
- Free UK delivery on orders over £30
- 14-day returns on unused products
- NHS and emergency services discount available
- Fast delivery available on in-stock items
- Free samples available for all panelling profiles
Complementary products
- Picture rails for hanging artwork
- Dado rails for traditional room division
