Replies

1. 
   Guest_ | Feb 07, 2000 10:01am | #1

   *
   Typical height is one-third the height of the wall. To me, this seems just a bit low in a standard-height room, so I'll go a few inches higher, but works in a room with 10' ceilings.

   As to the scale of the base/stiles/rails, "it depends". What is the scale of the trim in the remainder of the house? What looks good to your eye?

   For panel sizes, the a 1:1.6 ratio is aethetically pleasing.

   For rooms with high ceilings, I prefer a much larger built-up base (7-9") than most. Stiles and rails are usually in the 3.5-4" range.

   If this is your first time, I recommend some graph paper, a pencil, a big eraser, and have at it. This will allow you to work in detailing around windows, etc, and to have your plan worked out before you make any sawdust.

   Also, consider drawing out your design on the walls to see how it fits into the room. Fine tune it from there.

2. 
   Rustys_Restorations | Feb 08, 2000 07:00am | #2

   *
   if you can get your hands on some old doors, I have found that this works the best.
   lay the doors down on their sides and nail to the wall.
   6-panel or 2 panel look good

3. 
   robert_hupp | Feb 08, 2000 08:22pm | #3

   *
   Hey everybody
   I'm wanting to put wainscot in my dining room. I want to do a raised panel type rather than the small T@G mouldings.What I'm curious about is typical panel sizes,height,basebord sizes,stile, and rail sizes that anybody has seen on old houses.

   Thanks for the help
   Bob

4. 
   Guest_ | Feb 08, 2000 08:22pm | #4

   *
   Rusty, I tried that, but what with the knobs and hinges (and even a coat hook on one) they just didn't look right. Any other suggestions? Decoratively challenged, Joe H

   Maybe Martha S would have an idea?