How to Install Wainscoting | DIY Board and Batten

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1. 5:55–6:53 Cut and Install Vertical Battens From Board and Batten Wainscoting Installation, Step 3: Cut and Install Battens

   Using the precise measurements obtained from the SketchUp model, cut each vertical batten to its exact size using a miter saw. Account for any minor variations in the wall or between the top rail and baseboard by measuring each batten's individual placement before cutting. After cutting, line up each batten, ensuring it's plumb (vertically level) with a small level. Nail the battens into place using a nail gun and 2-inch brad nails. Since walls can be uneven, tape thick card stock to the back of battens as shims to ensure a flush fit with the baseboard and top rail, compensating for gaps between the wall and the batten. The presenter notes he didn't use adhesive, but recommends it for better long-term adhesion and to prevent wall damage if the wainscoting is ever removed.

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• Board and Batten Wainscoting Installation