Some of the most beautiful rooms are not made with painted drywall ceilings and walls. They
are rustic works of art with knotty pine doors, walls, ceilings, and floors. This type of décor can
be used in log homes, cabins, cottages, lodges, and contemporary homes.
Knotty pine is a versatile and sustainable wood with natural beauty, strength, durability, and
affordability. It is easy to work with and can be installed with basic woodworking tools and
knowledge. If you are building a new house or remodeling your existing home, consider using
knotty pine wood for its many applications.

Knotty Pine Wood Benefits

Knotty pine wood in its various forms has many advantages over hardwoods and exotic woods.
It has been used for centuries in America, Europe, and Asia to everyone’s delight because: Affordability is at the top of the list

• Knotty pine is a sustainable product
• These trees are replanted for future generations
• Tongue and groove paneling creates a tight fit and flat surface
• The end-matching design allows end-butting pieces anywhere between studs
• Tongue and groove paneling is virtually a “no-waste” productKnotty pine wood is lightweight and easier to saw, drill, nail, and sand compared to hardwoods.

It’s a pleasure to work with and is available year-round for your woodworking projects.

Pine Pocket Doors

Pocket doors have the advantage of going inside walls and disappearing out of the way when
opening them. Unlike traditional doors, they also offer these benefits:

• There are no door knobs to bang into walls
• You experience more space in rooms
• There is no door to bump into
• The doors can be made to custom sizes
• They do not need conventional hinges and knobs

Solid knotty pine doors are more soundproof and sturdier than hollow doors. They come in
many designs that go with a variety of room décor, such as 2, 3, and 4-panel doors, flat and
raised panels, K panels, carved, and painted doors. Pocket doors slide on a track attached to the
top of the doors and door frames with attractive hardware. They are an amazing option to
conventional hinged doors.

Knotty Pine Rooms: Walls
One of the first things we notice when entering a room is walls, especially those that are not
painted drywall. Beautiful stained pine walls laid out in a catchy design get our attention, feel
cozy, and invite us to sit down. Knotty pine paneling can be installed horizontally, vertically,
diagonally, in unique patterns that express our preferences, and as wainscoting.
Pine walls can be stained in your favorite color or covered with a clear coat finish without stain.
Pine trims, moldings, and baseboards are available to match and complement the walls, floors,
and ceilings. Pine paneling is fast and easy to install even by homeowners with adequate
woodworking skills and knowledge. Pine paneling is available in both unfinished and pre-
finished conditions. It can be installed on wall framing, ceiling joists, directly over drywall, and
furring strips over concrete walls.

Knotty Pine Rooms: Ceilings

Ceilings are another addition to knotty pine rooms because they can be constructed with the
same tongue and groove/end-matching paneling used on walls. A bonus attached to pine
paneling is it can be installed directly on wall framing or over drywall. Either way, it is secured
with a nail gun for a neat and solid job.
Pine paneling is typically installed in a straight line running the same direction of the longest
wall. This may be parallel or perpendicular to the entry door. You can use your creativity and
install it in a unique pattern to create something special.

Knotty Pine Rooms: Floors

We’re not yet finished cladding rooms with knotty pine wood. Floors made of this product are
gorgeous, durable, strong, and cozy looking. Knotty pine for floors, walls, and ceilings is
available in varied widths and lengths to suit your taste. They can be stained and covered with a
clear coat finish or covered with only a clear coat finish.
Knotty pine floors cost much less than hardwood floors saving you 50% to 60%. Like walls and
ceilings, flooring is secured with a nail gun. The underlayment should be flat and solid for nails
to hold it. The last thing to do is add the trims and moldings for a complete job.
Knotty Pine Trims

A variety of styles, shapes, and sizes of knotty pine trims are stocked by leading building
material suppliers. Choose from among these options:

• Colonial, three-bead, and round-over base and casing
• Inside and outside corner trim molding
• Triple-bead and beveled-edge ceiling trim
• Pine crown molding for ceilings
• Pine chair railing for wainscoting

All trims are secured with a nail gun and can be stained to match or contrast with walls, ceilings,
and floors. We hope these ideas are helpful for creating rooms with a knotty pine décor . Use
high-quality pine wood and you will be pleased with the results.