After plaster dries it hardens stone like similar to its original form as raw limestone or gypsum.
Plaster over paneled walls.
Plaster in a roll is a one step wall finish that covers concrete block old plaster existing paneling and more faster plaster is a paintable wall covering which covers paneling ceramic tile.
This process is called skim coating.
This addresses three issues the undesirable grooves in paneling inconsistent surface and it ll add reinforcement so that.
If the wall has plaster or drywall behind the paneling and the paneling wasn t glued to the.
One of the fastest ways to cover old damaged or cracked plaster walls is to hang drywall over them.
Allow the second coat to dry.
Nailed only paneling never feels solid and may eventually loosen.
The best way to install paneling on plaster or drywall is with adhesive.
Use undiluted pre mixed joint.
As long as the wall surfaces are flat and solid you should have no problem installing paneling over them.
If the paneling is pockmarked scratched up or riddled with divots it will need spackle as well.
I m surprised no one recommend a fiberglass mesh backer to plaster over.
Regular plaster takes some skill to apply but many modern earth or clay plasters make it possible for a first timer to.
Spackle should be used to fill in the lines that connect the panels together.
Alternatively you can install a layer of 1 4 drywall directly over the paneling.
Plaster can be applied right over wood paneling with the right preparation.
There s nothing more annoying than trying to reattach loose paneling in a finished room.
Cover the flat surfaces with primer using a paint roller.
Using 1 4 inch sheets you can cover old imperfections without adding too much additional finish work.
If the paneling is still visible apply a second coat of primer once the first coat completely dries.
Removing or covering over paneling option 1.