Wood look ceiling and wall planks for your home

Wood-look ceilings and walls are easy to install and deliver instant warmth to your home. Wood ceilings and walls were a go-to look from the 1950s through the 1970s due to their affordability, ease of installation, and groovy design. Some of the most common home styles during that era featured wood paneling everywhere. When this all became too much, wood-looks fell out of popularity. But like most nostalgic ideas and products, they are back and better than ever - with a modern twist!

What are faux-wood or wood-look planks and panels?

Typically made of Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) or Polyvinyl (PVC), faux wood-look planks or panels for ceilings and walls are easy to maintain and a breeze to install due to their tongue and groove edges. They are lightweight and come in various prefinished styles to match your design plan. Whether your décor is rustic or formal, eclectic or traditional, faux wood ceiling and wall planks add textural contrast and enhance visual appeal by bringing natural elements indoors.

The benefits of faux wood panel ceilings

Consider installing faux wood-look planks and panels as part of your ceiling and wall renovation project, here are some of the advantages:

Aesthetics
Ceilings are the largest, uninterrupted surface in any room and they complete the look of a space. Faux wood ceiling and wall planks add charm while creating a statement. They are a great solution for covering outdated popcorn ceilings or to elevate the look of your space.

Ease of installation
Faux wood planks are considered a DIY project for homeowners and an easy task for a contractor or someone familiar with ceiling installation. Each product has a slightly different method, but most are direct attach products with tongue and groove edges that create a smooth, clean look. Easy installation means shorter timelines and less labor, which results in savings for both the installer and the homeowner. Learn more about Armstrong’s EASY UP Installation System as an option for installing faux wood planks on your ceiling.

Easy to maintain and replace
With painted drywall ceilings or popcorn ceilings, cleaning can be difficult and create a big mess. When you have a spot to clean on a faux wood panel, it’s as simple as using water, a light household detergent, and a sponge (only for MDF and PVC options!). Most dirt will wipe right off and the durability eliminates the need for frequent repair, as most faux wood planks resist dents and scratches.

Best spaces for faux wood plank ceilings

1. Multipurpose basements


WOODHAVEN Painted White

Transform your basement and extend your living space quickly and easily when you install faux wood planks on your ceilings or walls. Elevate your lower level game room, craft room, gym spare room, or home office when you add the warmth of wood. A basement ceiling makes all the difference!

2. Half baths with personality


COUNTRY CLASSIC Plank Light Beige

If you are searching for a natural look without the weight and cost, faux wood is the answer. Faux wood planks are great for small powder rooms and half baths as they make the space look larger and feel warm and welcoming.

Note: It's recommended to not use wood planks in full bathrooms as the humidity and steam from the shower or tub can warp the wood.

3. Warm, welcoming kitchens


WOODHAVEN Rustic Pine

Wood creates a sense of comfort ideal for the activities in a kitchen. Faux wood ceiling planks add architectural detail, define your space with rich texture, and are perfect for covering up old plaster or cracked drywall. Cottage and contemporary kitchen designs thrive with wood look ceilings.

4. Active open concepts


WOODHAVEN Beadboard

Deliver consistency to your open concept space with the uniform look of faux wood planks. The flexibility of faux wood planks allows you to install them on both ceilings and walls similar to a beadboard or shiplap look. Don’t stress about slopes or odd-shaped spaces, they are easy to cut and install and will unify your large space with a cohesive design.

5. Bonus spaces and thinking places


WOODHAVEN Classic White

Your home office, library, music, or recreation room should be designed to inspire. Whether you’re looking to focus and get things done or play the piano, the warmth of a wood plank ceiling is sure to enhance the mood. Find a finish to match your space from reading to relaxing and anything in between.

Wood look ceiling planks from Armstrong

Liven up your space with Kanopi

Decorate your space with faux wood ceiling and wall planks and panels and add the beauty of natural-looking wood to your home for less effort and cost. When you’re renovating and remodeling, don’t forget the ceiling and consider an easy-to-install faux wood plank ceiling that takes your interior design style to new heights!

FAQ's

Wood planks on ceilings have various names, some common names are tongue and groove, beadboard, and shiplap. Armstrong products are named COUNTRY CLASSIC Planks, EASY ELEGANCE Planks, and WOODHAVEN.

Most faux wood planks can be attached directly to the ceiling with adhesive, clips and screws, or they can be attached directly to an existing ceiling grid. Check out Armstrong’s EASY UP Installation System for more information.

Alternatives to drywall include drop ceilings, surface mount ceiling tiles, faux wood planks, faux tin or metal tiles, or leaving it open for an exposed industrial look.

The latest ceiling trend in commercial spaces is an exposed or industrial look with acoustic panels or baffles. For homes, faux wood plank and faux tin ceilings are being installed to add warmth and character to various spaces.

Cost depends on the size and shape of the space, the product selected, and if you'll be hiring out to have it installed or DIYing the project yourself. Use the calculators and estimation tools on Kanopi’s product pages to help you plan your budget.