Wainscoting is a practical and elegant way to improve the look of any room in your home. Not only is it simple to install in the home, but you can also customize it according to your preferences. It’s a quick and effective way to transform your home without having to do a full home renovation. And the best part is that wainscoting also increases the overall value of your home too. But before you begin your wainscoting installation it is important to plan the layout and budget of your project. Consider what materials you’d like to use and the design that reflects your style the best. Let’s review the installation cost of installing wainscoting and some of the other factors to consider before you begin.
Costs to Professionally Install Wainscoting
There are a number of factors to consider when installing wainscoting. This material is perfect for any sized or shaped room, but these are also factors that can impact your overall installation costs.
Wainscoting an entryway will not be the same time and labour as wainscoting a wall. Below are some of the other costs to consider when putting together your wainscoting budget.
Labour Costs
You can totally transform the look of a room by installing wainscoting. However, it does require time to prepare the space and install the wainscoting. Most 10 x 10 square foot rooms will take about 12 hours to complete. It’s also important that you are working with a team of professionals who understand the complexities of your design.
This means working with wainscoting installation experts. Labour alone costs about $120 per hour, so be sure to include about $1,500 for total labour costs.
Cost of Materials
The materials you use will directly affect your final budget. For example, office wainscoting may be more intricate and require some more elaborate design work. Materials generally cost $10 to $90 per square foot.
This means that a more luxurious project should be budgeted for about $3,500. Your contractor can find all the right materials within your budget and still maintain the same level of quality.
Additional Factors
Other factors that will have an impact on the final cost of your wainscoting installation are the size of your space. As we noted, a larger room will require more work and therefore cost more than a smaller space.
You should also factor in any preparation to the walls that may be required before installation. Do you require wallpaper to be removed or walls to be repaired? This will have to be completed before the wainscoting installation process can begin.
Can You Install Wainscoting on Your Own?
There are some benefits to installing wainscoting yourself. First, you will not have to incur the same labour costs as having a professional do the installation for you – you can save up $1,500 by installing the wainscoting on your own. However, you will have to take on other finishing costs, including painting and panel installation.
It can cost up to $1,800, but this depends on what materials are used and the level of difficulty with the installation process.
Cost to DIY Wainscoting
Installing wainscoting on your own can be an exciting challenge. But there are a number of costs to take into consideration before you start this project. The first is the cost of panels. Two options are available – vinyl is the first option and is the most affordable. Vinyl will cost approximately $13 per square foot. Stone veneer is the second option which has a more luxurious finish. Stone veneer costs up to $38 per square foot.
You will also need to invest or rent the equipment to complete the installation. Most installation equipment is available at your local hardware store for approximately $160 to purchase. If your friends and family have their own equipment, you could ask to borrow it instead.
Contact Us
The wainscoting experts at VIP Classic Moulding can help you enhance the look of your favourite room. Our wainscoting installation professionals can create an elevated and luxurious look for your space, transforming your home from plain to opulent in just a few hours. Contact us today to discuss your wainscoting installation and get a free estimate.
