Wood slat walls have become a prominent feature in contemporary interior design, captivating homeowners and designers alike. However, as with any design trend, the question of longevity arises. Will wood slat walls stand the test of time, or will they be seen as dated in the near future? Today, we will explore the arguments surrounding wood slat walls, evaluating their historical significance, the impact of materials used, the importance of context, and the significance of tasteful implementation. After considering these factors, you can decide for yourself whether wood slat walls are a fleeting fad or an enduring design staple. The History of Slatted Wood Walls To truly appreciate the essence of wood slat walls, we must delve into their rich historical context. These design elements have graced architecture and interior spaces for centuries, so while they are popular now, it's not the first time slatted wood has been appreciated. Slatted Wood in Japanese Design Traditional Japanese interior design, renowned for its emphasis on natural materials, has long embraced the beauty and versatility of wooden slats. From interior wood slat screens, to exterior slatted wood facades, Japanese architecture and design has incorporated slatted wood for centuries. Why? Japanese design embraces simplicity and minimalism. It focuses on removing unnecessary elements to achieve a sense of clarity and tranquillity. The aim is to create designs that are clean, uncluttered, and visually balanced. Ornate wood and millwork, like that you may find in more traditional or transitional design styles, does the opposite, by adding extra (and often, unnecessary) detailing to a space. By cutting wood into slats and using it in a clean, linear fashion, Japanese designs are able to bring nature into the home, while still keeping the overall aesthetic clean and free of unnecessary ornateness. Wood Wall Panelling in Classic Mid-Century Design The mid-century era witnessed the integration of vertical wood slats in renowned architectural homes, cementing their status as design classics. Widely regarded as the greatest Finnish architect of all time, Alvar Aalto incorporated slatted wood into the Villa Mairea project in 1938, using a unique slatted ceiling panel to add texture and depth to the home (below). Over in America, legendary architect A. Quincy Jones put slatted wood front-and-centre when designing the Smalley House in 1973. Combined with the tall windows and just the right number of house plants, the entire project brought nature into the home in all the right ways. These examples highlight how despite how new they feel, slatted wood walls have been apart of the interior design zeitgeist for hundreds of years. Will Wood Slat Walls Become Outdated? 3 Things to Consider So, we've established that slatted wood has been around for a long time, but how do we know if it will continue to be popular? Or how a wood slat accent wall will look in a few years? If you're thinking of adding slatted wood to a space in your home, your opinion is the only one that matters. But of course, like with any project, you want to know that you'll still enjoy seeing it (it's your home, after all) in a few years. There are 3 important factors that will decide how well your slatted wood project ages. 1. Material Matters: Real Wood vs. Faux Wood One crucial aspect influencing the longevity of wood slat walls is the choice of materials. Genuine, high-quality wood possesses an inherent durability that stands the test of time. It exudes a natural warmth and authenticity that resonates with homeowners and occupants. It also ages gracefully (especially when it's been finished or prefinished), so you can look forward to the wood's color and texture becoming better with time. Conversely, fake materials like contact paper, melamine, or laminate can almost guarantee your project will look dated before it's finished. While they will be cheaper than real wooden wall panels, the inauthentic texture and sheen of fake materials will quickly render these products tacky. Like most things in the design world, authenticity triumphs over artificiality, so if you're concerned about the longevity of your project is a priority, ensure you're using real wood or real wood veneers. Solid slatted wood millwork will last forever, but it will also cost you. Millwork typically costs $30-80 per sqft, depending on materials used and your location. Prefinished wood slat wall panels are made using genuine wood veneers (a real slice of wood, adhered to a solid backing), so you can still enjoy an authentic wood finish while keeping your project within budget. 2. Contextual Considerations: Does it Fit the Style of Your Home? A key determinant of the timelessness of wood slat walls lies in their suitability to the surrounding design context. While they seamlessly integrate into certain styles, such as homes built in the 60s or inspired by traditional Scandinavian design, their compatibility with other architectural genres might be questionable. For instance, incorporating wood slat walls into a Victorian home may clash with the existing design elements, potentially diluting the overall aesthetic. Therefore, the success of wood slat walls lies in their ability to complement and enhance the architectural style and era of the space, ensuring their continued relevance. 3. Tasteful Implementation: Don't Overdo It The manner in which wood slat walls are incorporated into a design plays a pivotal role in their endurance. Overdoing any design feature can lead to saturation and diminishing appeal. Wood slat walls are no exception. When applied tastefully and judiciously, they elevate the aesthetic and create a focal point within a space. However, excessive use can overwhelm both the inhabitants and visitors, leading to a decline in appreciation. The key lies in striking a balance, ensuring wood slat walls are utilized thoughtfully and in harmony with the overall design scheme. By doing so, their appeal will withstand the test of time.Conclusion:Wood slat walls have captivated the design world with their unique charm, but the question remains: Are they trendy or timeless? Drawing upon their historical significance, the choice of materials, contextual compatibility, and tasteful implementation, we can confidently assert that wood slat walls have the potential for enduring appeal. When embraced as a design element rooted in tradition and craftsmanship, employing authentic wood materials, and integrated thoughtfully into the surrounding environment, wood slat walls will continue to delight homeowners and resonate with generations to come.
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Made in Spain Welcome to luxury with a modern edge – the Japandi Maple Slat Wall Tile! This exquisite wall tile brings something new to the traditional acoustic slat wall. Its made of porcelain, making it water-resistant and resistant to any scratches or wear – perfect for home, office, or commercial spaces! Inspired by Japanese tranquility and Scandinavian interiors, this stunning wood-look tile along comes in chevron and plank designs to create complementing floor and wall looks. The Japandi Maple Slat Wall Tile is on trend in both indoor and outdoor areas. Japandi tile is an ideal choice for residential accent walls and for shower walls and floors, as well as steam rooms and other commercial interiors. It features a maple wood color that fits perfectly into a modern décor palette. Transform your space with this beautiful contemporary tile design – enjoy effortless maintenance more than ever before! The ribbon design can be installed in vertical or horizontal alignments to create your preferred design. The Japandi Maple Slat Wall Tile emphasizes sustainability while providing elegance and utility – perfect for anyone looking to upgrade their interior or exterior settings. Shipping: Tile Club offers Free Shipping on qualifying orders of $999 or more. Samples: All porcelain/ceramic tile samples have free shipping to the U.S. 48 continental states. Sold by: box Sheet Size: 23.7x47.25" Thickness: 10.8mm Material: Colored Body Porcelain Color: Brown Finish: Matte Collection: Japandi wood-look tiles Packing info: Pcs per Box: 2 Sq. Ft. per Box: 15.49 Sheet or SQ. FT weight: lb Download Product Details Area of use: Wall: Indoor, Outdoor Floor: Residential, Commercial Shower Wall: Yes Shower Floor: Yes Steam room: Yes Pool: No View full details
Have you noticed wood slat walls everywhere lately? They're also called wood cladding and timber paneling, and here's everything you need to know, no matter if you want to DIY the look or hire out. I also rounded up some ready-to-buy panel options.
The first of its kind in North America, the Wood Slat Room Divider from andor willow is an innovative and stylish room divider that creates separation in a space, while simultaneously elevating the aesthetic appeal. Crafted from a carbonized solid wood core, each slat is perfectly straight and dimensionally stable, every time. The slats come pre-finished; the Walnut slats are stained for a warm, natural tone and finished with a satin lacquer. The Oak slats are finished with a satin clear coat lacquer. Included with every order is our patented hardware kit, which allows each slat to be rotated 360º. Not only that, but the hardware design allows you to move and remove the slats without damaging them - the spring-loaded design keeps the slats securely in place, while still allowing them to be easily removed in seconds when needed.
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Have you noticed wood slat walls everywhere lately? They're also called wood cladding and timber paneling, and here's everything you need to know, no matter if you want to DIY the look or hire out. I also rounded up some ready-to-buy panel options.
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The first of its kind in North America, the Wood Slat Room Divider from andor willow is an innovative and stylish room divider that creates separation in a space, while simultaneously elevating the aesthetic appeal. Crafted from a carbonized solid wood core, each slat is perfectly straight and dimensionally stable, every time. The slats come pre-finished; the Walnut slats are stained for a warm, natural tone and finished with a satin lacquer. The Oak slats are finished with a satin clear coat lacquer. Included with every order is our patented hardware kit, which allows each slat to be rotated 360º. Not only that, but the hardware design allows you to move and remove the slats without damaging them - the spring-loaded design keeps the slats securely in place, while still allowing them to be easily removed in seconds when needed.
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Mid-Century Modern Sun and Moon Wood Wall Art Framed as a 70s Retro Vintage Style in a 3D Wall Panel Set of 2 Wall Arts. In this listing you receive a beautiful and popular Sun and Moon Wall Art Set of 2 already framed wood Wall Arts in a Mid-Century Modern style form the 70s! These wall hangings will bring a unique touch into your apartment, living room or as above bed decor in your bedroom. It can be also used as a great housewarming gift for a first home, for a men or women or a best friend. Inspired by the style of the mid century of the 1930s through the 1960s, we wanted to create a combination of a boho and modern mid century wall art, using the arches that are typical for the mid century style. We mixed a lot of differenet shades of quality wood stain, to achieve these beautiful colours you can see in our gallery. They reflect themselves also in the typical bohemian artworld. While choosing the paints and working on the best technique and colours, our main goal was at the same time to underline and exctract the natural grain of the wood. Thanks to this process we preserve the main element of the artwork, which is the nature! To protect our wooden art against moisture and UV-rays, we finished all our works with a special wax glaze. Beside the conservation effect, the wax glaze gives our art a bigger depth and colour saturation. We offer: - FREE SHIPPING to most countries! - Each order is finished and ready to ship within 1-3 working days! - Already FRAMED wall arts! - Dowels and screws included and ready to hang on the wall 😊 Size of each piece: Widh: 20,5 inch ; 52 cm Length: 28,5 inch ; 72 cm Height: 1 inch ; 2,5 cm We also would like to emphasize that we are dealing with a natural basic product, which is the WOOD. This means that everything in nature is unique and every wood structure is therefore different. Furthermore, all pictures are painted and finalized by our hands. For these reasons, we would like to point out that there may be slight color deviations and differences in the wood structure compared to our photos. For any questions please contact us 😊
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Wood accent walls hold a special place in my heart. For me it all started when we decided to try our hand at shiplap. I started in the pantry. Expanded my shiplap skills it to the foyer. Tackled the beast that was my home office. I love the subtle texture it brings to boring dry...
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Wood accent walls hold a special place in my heart. For me it all started when we decided to try our hand at shiplap. I started in the pantry. Expanded my shiplap skills it to the foyer. Tackled the beast that was my home office. I love the subtle texture it brings to boring dry...
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Rockin' Wood Reclaimed Wood Paneling planks are gorgeous and full of naturally weathered rustic beauty. This is not something you will find in the hardware store. They are Beautifully Weathered Wood that is naturally aged over decades, with a character that cannot be replicated from the big box stores. These wood planks for walls are easy to install. - use finishing nails and/or construction adhesive to attach to your wall. Each box comes with individual barn wood style planks that you attach to your wall to make it beautiful! You can do this! Your wall will be magazine ready in no time! These wood wall panels are better than anything you will find in a store. They are planned to be 1/4" thick so they are thin and lightweight, making them easy to install with trim nails. ✔️ RECLAIMED WOOD ACCENT WALL: 100-percent reclaimed and recycled, naturally-weathered barn wood paneling adds a beautiful, rustic accent to your walls with gorgeous rustic patina ✔️ EXTRA WIDE PLANKS: Panels are 1/4-inch thick and 7 inches wide; lengths can vary up to 55" long. Each box is different and unique and will have knotholes, nail holes, dents, and dings all adding to the beauty of the wood ✔️ NATURALLY WEATHERED COLOR: Each piece of wood has aged individually, providing varied, weathered colors that look great on any wall, colors can range from gray to brownish hues ✔️ EASY INSTALLATION: Easily installs utilizing construction adhesive and/or trim nails; Calculate square footage by multiplying height x width (for example 8 feet tall x 10 feet wide = 80 square feet) ✔️ UNLIKE THE COMPETITION-This reclaimed wood is unlike most you will find. It is 7 inches wide and offers a different look than most of the competitors. If you love shiplap on walls and rustic wood, this is your product.
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Wood Wall Art - Reclaimed Wood Art Sculpture Made to order: New "Drip" design. Gorgeous wall art made from individually cut and stained pieces of upcycled wood scraps. The top pieces are mostly of alder that is stained in dark walnut and the light pieces are mostly maple wood pieces. The wood for this piece was salvaged from a local cabinetry shop's scrap pile. This piece is 46x22 inches. Your made to order piece will be very similar to the example shown. No two pieces are exactly alike...each is beautiful and unique in its own right. For my lead time on completing this piece or to discuss your ideas for customizing it, just click the "contact the shop owner" hyperlink below and I'll get back with you soon Please contact me for a shipping quote for international orders, as well as shipping to Alaska and Hawaii. Hand created with love. Signed and dated on back.
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Reclaimed wood panels are as unique and varied as the places they come from. These hand-selected and masterfully-crafted hardwood pieces are sourced from reclaimed Teak and come together to create a tapestry of stories yet to be told. The wood pieces blend together seamlessly into a mesh-backed panel that is easy to install and an application that is sure to stand out. 1.9 sq. ft. per panel. Each box contains 10-panels, offering 19 sq. ft. of total coverage. Installs in hours Wood pieces range in thickness from 1/4 in. to 1/2 in. providing a stunning 3D finish. Each panel features finger-jointed ends which result in a jointless and seamless finish Panels are made of 99% recycled content The ease of installation makes these panels great for DIY projects Each panel features a plastic mesh adhered to the back, allowing for faster installation Prior to installation, the project wall should be painted black and the panel mesh should be cut out behind each knot and hole Due to natural moisture absorption in wood products, a 3-5 day acclimation period is recommended Panels can feature knot and nail holes, colorful paint remnants embedded in the grain of the wood and variations in wood color and texture Read all installation instructions prior to beginning your project Use the measurement guide provided to help you calculate the number of boxes required for your project
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