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Best Haul Express LLC
New to Angi

In business since 2022

Stephens Drywall & Construction
New to Angi

In business since 1975

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Warranties offered

Stephens Drywall and Construction has been doing business for 40 yrs. \nI do mostly patch and repair work being the owner of the business. I mostly do the work myself to insure its done right the first time.

Triangle Handyman Services
3.0(
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In business since 1992

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Triangle Handyman Services is a general handyman service. We handle interior and commercial and residential work.

Recommended by50%of homeowners
RHC CONSTRUCTION
4.5(
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In business since 2000

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Handyman Henshaw
New to Angi

In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

Handyman Henshaw is a family owned and operated business. Work is performed by the owner, sometimes with the assistance of one of his sons. We sometimes will choose to bring in a specialist as needed on a consultant basis. Payment is due upon a jobs satisfactory completion in cash, check or credit card unless other terms were agreed upon in the job estimate.

pierce painting & remodeling
New to Angi

In business since 1980

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hi jeff pierce here my family and i would like to do some work for you and your family we have been in bis. for 30 yr,s in the sanford area looking to expand in other areas me my son and wife work together very well ,we will help with all your remodeling needs family working with family that what its all about ,We will be happy to help you get what you want and the way you want !! sincerly jeff pierce

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Marsh Kitchens
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In business since 1906

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Founded in 1906, Marsh Kitchens has been crafting fine kitchen cabinetry for over a century. Our professional delivery and installation service is completed by our own full time employees that are fully aware and committed to our goal of providing our clients with the quality and service they deserve. We have also partnered with several licensed and experienced general contractors and subcontractors to be able to fulfill your entire kitchen remodeling needs.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carolina Glass & Mirror
5.0(
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In business since 1994

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Emergency services offered

\n We are a locally owned and operated company serving NC since 1994. Our showroom has captured national attention and has been written up in several trade magazines. The owners are native to NC, one from Dunn and the other from Raleigh. We stand behind our workmanship and quality of service we provide our clients. \nFrom Design to Installation…. From Traditional to Contemporary…. For the Corporate CEO to the first-time home owner….. We can assist with your project, no matter how simple or complex.

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Metz Quality Painting & Works
New to Angi

Free estimates

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed!\nFREE Estimates\nGuaranteed Lowest Rates Or Will Match\nReferences available upon request \n\nMetz Quality Painting & Works aims to please with guaranteed satisfacation. Most work can begin with just 1/3 payment down. We guarantee the lowest prices or we will match.\n\nPut me to the test and I'll show you the best!

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Raleigh, NC

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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