Walls of Shiplap
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12. Walls of Shiplap

When they are first completed, most basements have cement walls, and drywall is added to create the appearance of walking into a shared space. This is all right, but you might apply shiplap to the walls if you want to elevate the look a little further. It makes you feel like you're in the countryside inside a cozy seaside cottage or farmhouse.

Walls of Shiplap
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Shiplap panels are available at any hardware shop, or you can order them online in any color. Then, to learn how to mount them on your own, check out a YouTube guide. Based on how wide of a surface area you plan to cover with shiplap, the cost will change.

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