The Big Reveal: Wallpaper and Shiplap Paneling Changed my In-Laws’ Entryway

This month, I tried something new and took on a project in someone else’s home. My in-laws have been wanting to give their entryway an update for a while now and I was honored to help bring their dreams to life! Featuring shiplap paneling, peel-and-stick wallpaper, and a peg rail wall, this before and after will blow your mind. I can’t believe the difference. Let’s dive in!

Table of Contents

  • Before
  • Inspiration
  • Vertical Shiplap Paneling
  • Wallpaper
  • Paint Color
  • Peg Rail Wall
  • Dresser with Mirror and Key Storage
  • Antique Brass Coat Hooks and Built-In Shelf
  • Sources
  • Cost Breakdown


The Before

This was the state of the entryway before I got to work. I love the bench and knew it was an element we needed to keep. As you can see, there are no hooks to place coats on, so things tend to pile up on the benches.

The Inspiration

While planning, I wanted to make sure my mother-in-law and I were on the same page as far as the vision for the space went. We sat down and looked at our Pinterest boards together. She shared ideas she hoped to add to the space and I gave input on the styles I thought would look best.

Check out my Pinterest here.

I am an extremely visual person and I need to see my plan come to life before I begin. I usually do this with the app Procreate and my iPad and Apple Pencil. With these tools, I can mock-up the vision for the space on top of the “before” photos so I can really get a sense of what the finished product will be.

Featured Design Elements

Vertical Shiplap Paneling

Click here for the full blog post detailing the installation and tools list.

I used this one from Lowe’s.

Style Selections 96-in x 48-in Beaded White Birch Wainscot Wall Panel

Wallpaper

This peel-and-stick wallpaper by York Wallcoverings x Rifle Paper Co. was the perfect choice for this project. I have used this line before and it is such a high-quality paper. When choosing a peel-and-stick paper, the thicker the better — especially when applying it to a textured wall like this one.

I should note that applying this wallpaper to anything other than a smooth wall will void the warranty. While I have never had any issues with getting peel-and-stick wallpaper to stay on textured walls, use your best judgment and maybe test a larger sample before purchasing all the needed wallpaper for your project.

You can see the orange peel wall texture on the walls.

Willowberry Premium Peel and Stick Wallpaper

Paint Color

When I completed my dining room refresh, I teamed up with Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines with KILZ and used only The Castle Collection to paint the space. I fell in love with the shade Plaster, a perfect beige that pulls warm or cool depending on the colors you surround it with. Here it is in my dining room, where it definitely takes on a warm, rich undertone.

We chose the paint color before choosing the wallpaper. I love that the background color of the wallpaper pattern is nearly identical to Plaster. The pops of green and gold in the wallpaper stand out, but in a subtle way that isn’t overwhelming.

Paint Details

Plaster by Magnolia Home from The Castle Collection

Cabinet and Furniture Paint in Satin finish

Peg Rail Wall

We wanted to make sure there were plenty of spaces to hang coats when they had visitors. A peg rail makes this easy! They are also just so cute, I could not resist adding one to this room.

Here is a link to the pegs I used from Amazon and the drill bit I used to install them.

Dresser with Mirror and Key Storage

This space was home to everyone’s hats, gloves, and keys for years. I knew I had to keep these elements in the same space but find a better vessel to store them in. A Facebook Marketplace dresser was the perfect solution. The best part is that it is the exact same wood stain as the kitchen cabinets in the next room.

Mirror Link

Key Hooks Link

Antique Brass Coat Hooks and Built-In Shelf

Many of our inspiration photos featured hooks below a built-in shelf to the right side of the door. I knew this is a feature I needed to include in the final design. I love how the narrow shelf allows for decor like vases, pots, and frames that typically wouldn’t have space throughout the rest of the room. Decor space is limited in the entryway to allow for maximized functionality.

Hook Links

Sources

Cost Breakdown

Does not include the cost of decor, tools, and materials already on hand.

  • Paneling- eight 4’x8′ panels ($40 each) $320
  • Trim pieces- $150
  • Pegs- $15
  • Forstner bit- $10
  • Lumber for shelf- $15
  • Wallpaper- three rolls ($65 each) $195
  • Brass hooks (small)- $13
  • Brass hooks (large)- $48
  • Facebook Marketplace dresser- $75
  • Paint- $65
  • Fabric for curtain- $25
  • Caulk, spackle, wood filler, sandpaper- $25
  • Decor- $100
  • Rug- $50

Grand total: $1,101

This was such a fun project! If you have any questions, leave me a comment or send me a message over on Instagram.