Up Close: DIY Salvaged-Wood Wall
See how designer Garrison Hullinger made this unique wood wall covering
When we posted a Houzz Tour on designer Garrison Hullinger's Northwest beach house, people were intrigued with the salvaged wood wall he constructed in his family room. It was a carry-over look from the master bedroom, where Hullinger had left a 100-year-old tongue-and-groove plank wall exposed. He wanted to bring that design element to another part of the house.
While browsing Flickr for photos of wood walls, Hullinger came across a shot of a stacked wood wall from a bar in Manhattan. By using building materials he found from his property and several other construction sites, he recreated the idea in this slat wall, adding a standout feature to his interior.
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While browsing Flickr for photos of wood walls, Hullinger came across a shot of a stacked wood wall from a bar in Manhattan. By using building materials he found from his property and several other construction sites, he recreated the idea in this slat wall, adding a standout feature to his interior.
See the rest of this beach house
Here's a shot of the work in progress. Hullinger's carpenter started by cutting the wood down to 1' x 2" or 1' x 1" pieces. Starting at the bottom of the wall, he drove the nail in at an angle to attach each piece of wood.
Hullinger and his carpenter started with a random but scattered pattern. "We wanted to make it so that it would draw your eye," he says, "but it wouldn't be too busy of a wall when you look at it."
Hullinger and his carpenter started with a random but scattered pattern. "We wanted to make it so that it would draw your eye," he says, "but it wouldn't be too busy of a wall when you look at it."
The end result is a unique and eco-friendly accent wall that adds beautiful texture to the room.
Reality check: If you're interested in doing this in your own home, Hullinger says it's definitely possible — with time.
"If a homeowner has a table saw, a nail gun, a great supply of wood, and a lot of patience, it can be accomplished," he says.
"It's like putting a puzzle together. Some people like a challenge, and others don't even entertain the idea."
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Reality check: If you're interested in doing this in your own home, Hullinger says it's definitely possible — with time.
"If a homeowner has a table saw, a nail gun, a great supply of wood, and a lot of patience, it can be accomplished," he says.
"It's like putting a puzzle together. Some people like a challenge, and others don't even entertain the idea."
What about you?
More: See Garrison Hullinger's beach house
Spruce Up the House With 50 Clever DIY Ideas
DIY: Create a Dream Tree for Fall
Idea of the Week: Salvage Style Steps Up