Wood Wall Paneling Guide: Solid Wood, Veneer and Engineered Panels, Styles Such as Shaker, Slat and Tongue and Groove, Species and Finishes, Moisture and Termite Care, Indicative Rates Per Square Foot in Pakistan
Wood wall paneling brings warmth, texture and a sense of quality to living rooms, studies and bedrooms, and it ranges from solid timber to veneered boards and wood-look PVC. Styles and species decide the feel, and moisture and termites decide how long it lasts. Prices run from about PKR 150 to PKR 900 per square foot. This page covers solid wood, veneer and engineered panels, styles such as shaker, slat and tongue and groove, species and finishes, moisture and termite care, rates and installation. It also covers wooden wall panels and wood-look PVC. For related pages see wood paneling, fluted wall panels and WPC wall panels.
Solid, veneer and engineered
Solid wood is richest and can be refinished, veneered MDF or ply looks similar at lower cost and engineered boards resist movement. Wood-look PVC suits damp rooms.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common retail figures before fitting.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Wood-look PVC panel, per sq ft | PKR 150 - 250 |
| Veneered MDF or ply panel, per sq ft | PKR 250 - 450 |
| Solid sheesham panel, per sq ft | PKR 400 - 650 |
| Solid teak or oak panel, per sq ft | PKR 600 - 900 |
| Fitting and polish, per sq ft | PKR 40 - 150 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Styles
Shaker panels give a classic framed look, slat panels give a modern rhythm and tongue and groove boards give a cosy lodge feel. Horizontal boards widen a room and vertical ones lift it.
Species and finishes
Teak, oak, sheesham and walnut are common, with lacquer, oil and wax finishes. Sample on offcuts since stain varies by species.
Moisture and termite care
Keep wood off damp walls, leave a vented gap and use termite-treated timber in vulnerable homes. Seal back faces.
Acoustics and lighting
Slats on felt reduce echo, and warm side lighting brings out grain. Avoid heat sources.
Care
Dust with a dry cloth and polish occasionally. Fixing should be done by a trained installer on a dry, level wall, using battens and fixings suited to the wall type and the weight of the panel.
Before you decide
Pick the style and species first, then match the material to the wall's moisture. Measure each wall and add 8 to 10 percent for cuts and waste, compare at least two quotes on the same material, thickness, finish and fitting scope, and keep the invoice and any warranty. Ask for a full sample panel and look at it in the room's own light, check that the wall is dry because panels trap moisture, and plan sockets, switches and lights before fixing begins. Order every panel together so that colour and pattern match, keep a spare panel for repairs, and inspect the finished wall in daylight before you make the final payment. Prices change with material costs and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wood or wood-look panels fixed to a wall. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative rates run from about PKR 150 to 900 per square foot before fitting. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Horizontal boards. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Untreated wood is at risk. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Yes for damp rooms. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Send the details and a photo on WhatsApp. We confirm what we can supply and reply with a written rate that lists the model, size, warranty and delivery, so you can compare it with other quotes on the same scope. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
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