French Panelling

French-style paneling is a decorative wall design made with wooden frames and panels, often in rectangles or squares. It’s usually painted in soft colors and adds a classic, elegant look to a room. This style comes from old French homes and palaces.

Living room with framed wall mouldings, wooden dining table, fireplace, and TV.

Material Details

We use high-quality MDF and timber, known for strength and clean finishes. Easy to paint, low-maintenance, and made to last.

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Customisation Options

Panel layout, moulding shape, spacing and colour – all designed to suit your wall and room proportions.

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Project Timelines

Most projects are completed within 1–2 days. We’ll advise during the consultation, with minimal disruption.

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French Panelling

French-style paneling is a decorative wall design made with wooden frames and panels, often in rectangles or squares. It’s usually painted in soft colors and adds a classic, elegant look to a room. This style comes from old French homes and palaces.

Living room with framed wall mouldings, wooden dining table, fireplace, and TV.

The Perfect Blend of Charm and Character

Timeless character. Subtle detail. Built to last.

Elegant proportions and spaced panels give this style a refined, formal look.

  • Works well with period and modern interiors
  • Can be painted in any shade
  • Helps draw attention to furniture, mirrors and lighting
  • Works around radiators, sockets, and other fittings
  • Adds depth and visual interest without dominating the room
  • Low maintenance, with a long-lasting finish
  • Custom-fit to your wall shape and height
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Elegant hallway with ornate mirror, decorative wall paneling, and floral-patterned curtain tied back beside a window.

How it Works

We make it easy.

  • Choose Your Look

    Select your inspiration

    You might already have a photo or design in mind — many of our clients come to us with images saved from Pinterest or Instagram. If you’re not sure what works best, we’ll show you options based on your space and layout.

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    Green French-style wall paneling in a room with wooden flooring.

  • Home Visit & Design Advice

    Get personalised recommendations

    We’ll measure up and suggest the best spacing, proportions, and trim style for your room. Every job is slightly different, and this step helps us get it right.

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    Elegant staircase with wooden steps and teal French panelling.

  • Installation Day

    Professionally installed, beautifully finished

    We take care of everything from start to finish. Our team arrives on time, works efficiently, and leaves your home tidy. You’ll be left with a clean, smooth finish ready to paint.

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    Elegant dining room with ornate French panelling, floral centerpiece, and chandeliers.

  • Our Portfolio

    Transformations
    • Elegant living room with framed landscape art above a modern fireplace and decorative items on the mantel.
    • Cozy baby nursery with crib, changing table, and soft lighting in a neutral color palette.
    • Elegant bedroom with beige curtains, a plush bed, pendant light, and a potted plant on a stand.
    • Modern bedroom with navy blue accent wall, wooden bed frame, and matching furniture.
    • Modern bedroom with dark accent wall, double bed, white linens, decorative pillows, and bedside tables with lamps.
    • Bedroom with light green paneled wall, wooden bed, and two wall sconces.
    • Bedroom with dark blue accent wall, wooden bed frame, matching nightstands, and ornate bedding.
    • Elegant bathroom with a clawfoot tub, marble tile floor, gray wainscoting, and zen-themed wall art.
    • Modern living room with a blue sectional sofa, dining table, artwork, and ambient lighting.
    • Cozy living room with beige sectional sofa, patterned cushions, gray paneled wall, and a reading lamp.
    • Hallway with green wainscoting, radiator, and wooden flooring; a rabbit sculpture near a glass door.
    • Empty room with light pink walls, white paneling, and gray wood flooring.
    • Empty room with beige wall paneling and light brown carpet.
    • Bedroom with geometric-patterned bedding, dark paneled accent wall, and a small bedside lamp.
    • Modern hallway with white wainscoting, decorative wall art, a circular mirror, wooden cabinet, and a woven rug.
    • Elegant living room with paneled gray walls, wall-mounted TV, modern lamp, and fireplace, reflecting French-style decor.
    • Living room with beige paneled walls and recessed ceiling lights above a plush beige sofa.
    • Modern bedroom with neutral tones, featuring a plush bed, two pendant lights, decorative paneling, and side tables.
    • Carpeted staircase with white banister, gray paneled wall, and a partially visible door.
    • Bedroom with dark blue accent wall, wooden bed frame, matching nightstands, and ornate bedding.
    • Cozy living room with beige sectional sofa, patterned cushions, gray paneled wall, and a reading lamp.
    • Hallway with green wainscoting, radiator, and wooden flooring; a rabbit sculpture near a glass door.
    • Elegant bathroom with a clawfoot tub, marble tile floor, gray wainscoting, and zen-themed wall art.
    • Bedroom with light green paneled wall, wooden bed, and two wall sconces.
    • Elegant living room with framed landscape art above a modern fireplace and decorative items on the mantel.
    • Modern living room with a blue sectional sofa, dining table, artwork, and ambient lighting.
    • Modern bedroom with neutral tones, featuring a plush bed, two pendant lights, decorative paneling, and side tables.
    • Empty room with beige wall paneling and light brown carpet.
    • Modern hallway with white wainscoting, decorative wall art, a circular mirror, wooden cabinet, and a woven rug.
    • Elegant bedroom with beige curtains, a plush bed, pendant light, and a potted plant on a stand.
    • Bedroom with geometric-patterned bedding, dark paneled accent wall, and a small bedside lamp.
    • Elegant living room with paneled gray walls, wall-mounted TV, modern lamp, and fireplace, reflecting French-style decor.
    • Modern bedroom with navy blue accent wall, wooden bed frame, and matching furniture.
    • Carpeted staircase with white banister, gray paneled wall, and a partially visible door.
    • Living room with beige paneled walls and recessed ceiling lights above a plush beige sofa.
    • Cozy baby nursery with crib, changing table, and soft lighting in a neutral color palette.
    • Empty room with light pink walls, white paneling, and gray wood flooring.
    • Modern bedroom with dark accent wall, double bed, white linens, decorative pillows, and bedside tables with lamps.
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    what our client say

    testimonials

    • Two women seated, smiling, one in a black patterned dress and the other in a floral off-shoulder dress, indoors.
      Pauline Gough

      Following recommendations from several family members we booked the Panelling Perfectionist for an entertainment wall with panelling and were delighted with the outcome. It was a simple, stress free process from start to finish. The work was completed to such a high standard within a short period of time and it transformed our living area. Since completing the job we have recommended Declan to friends who have been equally pleased with his quality of workmanship and professionalism. Thank-you!

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      Lynsey Mac

      I cannot even begin to explain how amazing these guys are !!! Absolutely amazing! From the quality of their work to the respect they have for your home , taking shoes off, sweeping up after themselves ! They went above and beyond , helping us to lift mattresses upstairs and generally helping with things they were not paid to do, nothing was too much trouble for them. Never experienced work men like them! They truly are perfectionist xx

    • Three women smiling at a restaurant with a chalkboard menu in the background.
      Barbara Baillie
      The bottom line is these guys are truly perfectionists….there is not a joint or filling in to be seen, smooth as a babies bottom !! The end result is brilliant it has transformed my room and made it more cosy and interesting.
      I am so pleased !! …..as you can probably tell lol ….and I would have no hesitation in recommending them!!
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      Shannon Fagan

      Couldn’t recommend Declan enough for panelling! We had a feature wall done in our baby’s nursery and he came back to me with a speedy quote after looking at my ideas and providing different options. When it came to the job, he was professional and polite and you wouldn’t of known he was in the house! The job itself was brilliant – the panelling is just perfect. Bonus, he hoovered up after himself!! lol

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      Andy Blair

      After searching for a long time for the right person for the job I finally settled on the panelling perfectionist, he had quite a long waiting list (which I took as a positive) when the job was started he arrived prepared, he left the house tidy every evening and was very professional in his approach to his work, the job turned out fantastic and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to others.

    • Woman holding baby at birthday party with pink and red decorations and balloons.
      Lauren Lakey

      Declan did an absolutely beautiful job of panelling my living room wall, he was attentive and listened to what I wanted and delivered exactly that. So happy with the final job – will share photos once the painting is done but all in all I couldn’t be happier. Pricing very reasonable also!

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    Yes – it’s commonly used in living rooms, hallways, bedrooms, dining rooms, and even bathrooms, depending on the materials used.

    Absolutely – all panelling is bespoke. You can choose panel sizes, spacing, moulding styles, and overall layout. I’ll guide you through options that suit your space and taste

    No – I always aim to keep things clean and tidy. Dust sheets are used, and everything is cleaned up before I leave

    French-style panelling can be surprisingly affordable depending on materials and room size. I offer free quotes with no obligation, so you know exactly what to expect.