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Replacing Paneling With Sheetrock

I want to remove wall paneling that does not have drywall behind it. When I go back to the sheetrock will I have to have all new door and window frames? What about the electrical boxes, will they still fit?

Donna from El Campo, Texas

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RE: Replacing Paneling With Sheetrock

I suggest you paint it or put sheet rock over the paneling. It will make good insulation, save on heating & cooling, good luck.

Post By k w (Guest Post)

RE: Replacing Paneling With Sheetrock

Why don't you just paint the paneling.

Post by WIsgal

RE: Replacing Paneling with Sheetrock

To replace the wood paneling with sheet rock you will have to remove the molding around the doors,windows and floor borders. If you are careful in removing the moldings with out damage you can reuse them over the molding. As for the electrical boxs you have to cut a opening the same size as the electrical box in the sheet rock. There are several ways to do this.

My explanation maybe confusing. If you plan on doing this yourself I suggest you visit the sheet rock department of either Home Depot or Lowe's where they can explain how to do this. Also they can explain how to tape and mud the joints. If you have never done this before you may want to hire a handyman to do this. Get a price estimate first and don't pay for the job in full. Pay some down and the rest on completion.

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