Learn More › If you’re thinking about updating a room with wood-paneled walls, your instinct might be to start fresh, either by tearing out the paneling or by concealing it behind drywall.

A California couple wanted a house that differed from its by-the-numbers neighbors. Not drenched in white, but not gloomy either. Answer: lots of oak and “window walls.” ...

Wood-drenching is a more modern take on '70s-style wood paneling. Make sure to choose the right color of wood and keep your ...