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Trim and Molding

One wall that steals the room.

Shiplap, tongue-and-groove, slat and plank accent walls installed level and tight, from a headboard wall to a full vaulted living room.

  • Timeline: One or two days per wall
  • Materials: Pine, poplar, cedar or MDF
  • Includes: Layout, install, fill, finish prep
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Shiplap and Accent Walls in Nashville, TN by Nashville Carpentry across Middle Tennessee
A wall with a point of view.
The overview

What it is, and why it matters.

An accent wall gives a room a focal point without a full renovation. Shiplap has a clean horizontal rhythm, slats feel modern, and tongue-and-groove planks bring warmth. We plan seams, outlets and edges so the pattern looks deliberate.

We check the wall for level, find studs, work around electrical boxes, cut tight at corners and finish with paint, stain or a clear coat.

Why homeowners choose it

Four things done right.

Level, then lovely

Rows checked so the pattern stays straight.

Planned seams

Joints staggered and hidden where possible.

Clean edges

Outlets, corners and trim cut tight.

Finish-ready

Prepared for paint or stain.

How it goes

From first call to shiplap and accent walls.

  1. 01

    Choose the look

    Material, spacing and finish are picked.

  2. 02

    Prep the wall

    Studs and electrical boxes are located.

  3. 03

    Install

    Boards go up in level courses.

  4. 04

    Finish

    Nail holes and joints are filled.

Where we work

Shiplap and Accent Walls across Middle Tennessee.

We do this work in 28 cities, from downtown Nashville to Franklin, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville and Dickson.

Good questions

Shiplap and Accent Walls: common questions

Is shiplap still in style?

Painted shiplap has become a classic. Many homeowners choose wider, slimmer or stained boards to give it a fresh look.

Will shiplap work in a bathroom?

Yes, with moisture-resistant boards and good finish sealing, and it should stay out of direct shower spray.

How do I get a price for shiplap and accent walls?

Fill in the form or call or text 615-431-3789. We confirm what is involved and send a written price, and larger jobs get a free estimate visit.

Ready to talk about shiplap and accent walls?

A short visit and a written price. A real person calls back, usually the same day.

Free estimate

Let's build something good.

Tell us what you want built, fixed or finished. A real person reads every message and calls back, usually the same day, with straight answers and a written, itemized estimate. Small repairs are welcome too.

  • A real look at the space: we measure, listen and ask how it needs to work
  • Honest advice on materials, finishes and what is worth the money
  • A written price with materials, labor, finish and timeline spelled out
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