The Beauty of Pre-Painted Shiplap: Enhancing Your Home's Aesthetic and How to Install

Fortunately, we’re here to offer a crash course with everything you need to know about shiplap, why it’s so popular, and why pre-painted shiplap has absolutely changed the game for designers and homeowners alike. But before we get into that, let’s do a quick rundown of the basics.

What is Shiplap?

Shiplap is a type of wooden board design originally used to construct old boats and naval ships. It’s essentially defined by thin wooden boards that overlap slightly to create a design that best resembles a textured blend between stripes and panels. Modern shiplap has grooves and lips cut into the length of the boards for easy overlapping, which helps create a tight seal and the signature shiplap texture.

Shiplap entered the scene initially as a popular alternative to exterior siding on barns, sheds, and homes, but it has since made its way into the house.

Why is Shiplap So Popular?

While shiplap has been a part of the design scene for centuries, it really became popular once super-famous interior designers started using it on national television – we’re looking at you, Joanna Gaines!  Designers like the “Queen of Shiplap” may have been the launching point for shiplap’s popularity, but this interior design trend took off with ease!

People love shiplap because it’s both versatile and timeless. You can use it in almost any design aesthetic, and it’s unlikely that it’ll fall out of favor any time soon. It’s also pretty easy to customize and install, which makes it an ideal option for DIYers.

Since shiplap’s popularity surged, we’ve seen a huge uptick in shiplap material and design options across the interior design space, and while there are a lot of excellent products on the market today, there’s nothing quite like Metrie’s high-quality and unique pre-painted shiplap!

What is Pre-Painted Shiplap?

Pre-painted shiplap is exactly what you’d imagine – it’s shiplap that has been painted prior to shipping and installation. That means it comes to your doorstep fully customizable and ready for installation. With pre-painted shiplap, there’s no fuss, no mess, and no need to do unnecessary work.

How to Install Pre-painted Shiplap

Installing pre-painted shiplap is incredibly easy, especially since you’re cutting out one of the most time-consuming parts of the installation process. Here’s a quick step-by-step guide for installing pre-painted shiplap on your own:

1. Measure and plan your shiplap installation. Before you purchase your materials, you need to figure out how much material you’ll need. Be sure to measure the space and plan your installation before moving on to the next step.

2. Purchase your materials. This includes pre-painted shiplap boards, measuring tape, a carpenter pencil, levels, a saw, wood glue, a nail gun, sandpaper, and paintable caulk.

3. Cut the shiplap boards down using the measurements you gathered in step one.

4. Install the first row of shiplap. This will be the guidepost you use for the rest of the installation.

5. Install the remaining rows of shiplap, and create a small gap between each board to give it the signature shiplap look.

6. Complete the finishing touches, and sand down any rough edges and use the paintable caulk to fill in any holes, gaps, or spaces created during the installation process.

7. Enjoy your brand-new shiplap walls! See how easy that is when you don’t have to paint them?

The Benefits of Pre-Painted Shiplap

Of course, the benefits don’t stop there. Here are five distinct advantages of using pre-painted shiplap over conventional raw materials:

1. Timesaving

Since painting takes such a long time, one of the most obvious benefits of pre-painted shiplap is how much time it saves during installation.

2. Aesthetic Appeal

Shiplap already has a heightened aesthetic appeal – that’s why it’s so popular. With the variety of colors pre-painted shiplap comes in, it can be perfectly matched with any interior design style, which makes it super versatile.

3. Low Maintenance

Pre-painted shiplap is also incredibly low maintenance compared to raw shiplap. Since it’s painted and sealed before it ships to your residence, it’s protected for years without almost any maintenance. All you have to do is clean it when it gets a little dusty.

4. Cost-Effective

Pre-painted shiplap is more affordable than you’d imagine. Plus, it cuts out the cost of paint and painting supplies.

5. Resale Value

Last on our list, since it’s such a trendy design option, shiplap can also increase the overall resale value of your home.

Get Your Pre-Painted Shiplap from Metrie Today with Metrie Complete®!

Are you interested in making your next DIY home improvement project as easy as possible? Look no further than Metrie’s industry-leading pre-painted shiplap. With Metrie Complete®, remove the hassle of having to paint and stain moulding after install, saving significant time and likely a big mess. Combined with Metrie Complete® Accessories such as color-matched wax filler, caulk, spray enamel, and finishing putty, you’ll have no need for a paintbrush!

Metrie Complete® comes in a variety of colors and finishes that make it perfect for any design aesthetic. Check out our extensive product line today!