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Mud Room: Beadboard Paneling and Vinyl Floor Tiles From "Weekend Remodeling" episode WKR-302

A mud room is a great way to store and organize your families every day coats, as well as specialty items for sports and hobbies.

With the walls finished, it's time to add the beadboard paneling to the interior wall surfaces, as well as an easy-to-clean vinyl floor tile.

On a scale of 1-5, with 5 being most difficult, this project rates a 3.

Materials:

2 x 4, 2 x 2 and 1 x stock
Clothing rods
Beadboard paneling
Various trim pieces
Bench lumber
Pre-hung door
Drywall and drywall tape
Drywall mud (joint compound)
Sandpaper
Screws
Vinyl floor tiles
Caulk
Paint and painting supplies
Chalk Board
Coat Pegs
Baseboard heater
Trowel
Pry bar
Tape measure
Chalk line
Reciprocating saw
Hammer
Utility knife
Circular saw
Miter saw
Drill
Framing square
Framing nailer
Trim nailer

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D
	Figure E

1. First, measure the inner dimensions of each divider. Transfer the measurements to beadboard and cut a panel for each. Apply construction adhesive directly to the wall, then press the panel in place. Tack the edges with a brad nailer to secure. Continue the inside areas of all dividers have been covered.

2. Continue for the two side walls and the long wall. Install a full piece over the doorway, then use the rotary tool to remove excess and make it fit flush with the door frame (figure A).

3. Vinyl tiles provide a floor that resists water, dirt and grime. It's the perfect choice for a mud room -- where you don't want hardwood or carpet that could be ruined. To begin the installation, first cut the 2 x 4 threshold at the door.

4. To prep the floor, vacuum and wipe away all dirt and debris. Allow the floor to dry, then begin measuring the area.

5. Measure the width and length and find the center (figure B). Snap a chalk line at the intersection of the two lines at the center of the room. This intersection is where Reveiz places the first tile (figure C).

6. The tiles selected for this project have a directional layout indicated by arrows on the removable protective backing (figure D). Begin placing the tiles, placing them snugly together and following the directional placement on the back of each tile. Use a utility knife to cut the tile to fit around doors and openings (figure E).

7. At the door's threshold, score a nice straight line using a utility knife and straight edge. Remove excess material, and the floor is finished!

With the beadboard up and the vinyl tiles down, it's time to add the shelves and clothing rods to the divided spaces.