[form8829]

I have small hall and bathroom that have Wood Planks on it. I wanted to lay a 1/4 -inc sheet rock to it so it can smooth and flush you know.

However, I would like to know if there a cheaper alternative for my situation.

Thanks

 

[chandler48]

Adding any layer to the planks will cause an imbalance in all your trim. Door facings will need jamb extensions, trim will need to be removed and replaced over the new covering. Really a PITA, as opposed to removing the planks and installing sheetrock.

I"ve never done it, but you may be able to skim coat the planks depending on what they look like. Can you post a few pictures so we can see what you see?

 

[Nealtw]

There is a board with fake tile on it that is only 1/8" thick but it won't be cheaper than drywall.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Aquatile-1-8-in-x-48-in-X-96-in-Toned-White-Tileboard-709108/202090197

 

[mark sr]

IMO laminating the wall with 1/4" drywall is the best way to go. Quicker and not as messy as tearing out the existing [unless you need to insulate or relocate electrical] As noted you'd have to rework the trim and add extensions to the electrical boxes. I would not skim coat over the wood! it is apt to fail sooner or later.

 

[form8829]

mark sr, do you have any internet links of the laminating you are talking about?

 

[Nealtw]

mark sr, do you have any internet links of the laminating you are talking about?

He meant apply 1/4" drywall, laminate in this case just means another layer of something added.

 

[form8829]

Thanks Nealtw, that's what I was planning to do but I was looking for other alternatives.