Popcorn ceilings were a design staple in the 1970s, used as an inexpensive way to add texture, hide imperfections, and muffle sound. Today, they're still present in old homes and used in some new ...

Dear James: I would like to add some unique ceiling during our dining room remodel project. Is beadboard or plank paneling an option I can install myself? — Dave B. Dear Dave: People often think of ...

Beadboard is a type of wood paneling that has raised half-round vertical beads milled between flat lengths of board. Beadboard adds visual interest and a cozy feeling to a space, and it’s particularly ...