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DEW Renovations/Remodeling
New to Angi

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Handyman. Specializing in drywall, tape bed and texture and paint. Inside and outside painting.

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T-Bar Fence Inc
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In business since 1981

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T-Bar Fence has been providing the Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan area with quality craftsmanship and expertise in the fencing industry since 1981. T-Bar Fence installs custom wood, chain link, ornamental iron and decorative fences for residential and commercial projects. T-Bar Fence also stains and reconditions existing fences and is accredited with the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating.

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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
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In business since 2008

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"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."
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DLM Construction
New to Angi

In business since 2014

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Coastal Bend Marketing
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Full Service Marketing Company providing Web design, Print, Engraving, Internet Advertising, Custom Graphics and offline marketing services,

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Wetzels Heat & Air, LLC
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In business since 2007

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"Awesome! Fast and Friendly! Very affordable! Thanks again!!! Highly recommend!"
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Mr. Fix It & Sons Home Repair
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McMichael Enterprises
New to Angi

In business since 2006

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McMichael Enterprise Construction residential remodeling and restoration

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Shidell Home Improvement
New to Angi

In business since 1998

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We are a close knit professional family of custom remodel contractors, subcontractors, and skilled trades people. As your Contractor, I promise to provide daily and professional one on one personal attention to you and your project. We offer several payment options including all major credit cards and PayPal.

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Mount Vernon, TX

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

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