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Board and Batten Wall Kits: Layouts, Spacing and Prices
Board and batten wall kits in primed MDF with real photos, prices, spacing guidance and height tables.
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Guide
Board and batten is a wall treatment made from flat vertical battens, often with a horizontal top rail, that creates a regular grid on the wall. It works as half-wall wainscoting in hallways and mudrooms or as a full-height accent wall in bedrooms. This page shows our board and batten kits in primed MDF with real photos, prices and the layout guidance you need to space the battens evenly.
Spacing the battens
Most layouts space vertical battens 12 to 24 inches apart. Measure the wall width, choose a target spacing, and divide so the gaps are equal and the outer battens sit at the corners. Use the calculator on this page to check how many pieces you need.
Material
Our board and batten kits use primed MDF, which stays flat and paints cleanly. MDF is best kept away from wet areas, so for bathrooms consider our polystyrene frame wainscoting instead.
Half wall or full wall
Half-wall board and batten usually stops at one third to two fifths of the wall height with a top rail. Full-height board and batten runs to the ceiling and often includes a horizontal batten to form a grid. The height table on this page lists both options for common ceiling heights.
Real installations from our kits
Board and Batten kits for this project
Pre-cut kits that fit this project. Open a kit for photos, options and pricing.
01 / KITBedroom Board and Batten Picture Frame Wall Molding Set, Queen & King Size Molding Kit | Easy Installation
From $174.41
View kit02 / KITQuick Install MDF Board and Batten Panels, Trim Wall Molding Kits | Easy DIY Solution W:75mm x T:8mm
From $592.00
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03 / KITDIY Hassle-Free Board & Batten Wall Makeovers | Pre-Cut MDF Panels for Easy Installation W:75mm x T:8mm
From $515.00
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04 / KITPeel and Stick Board and Batten Picture Frame Molding Set | Easy Installation
From $115.30
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05 / KITShaker Board and Batten Grid Wainscoting Kit, 1 to 5 Sets | Self-Adhesive Easy Installation
From $69.80
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06 / KITPaintable Pre-Cut Wall Design: Ready to Assemble Board & Batten MDF | Effortless Installation W:75mm x T:8mm
From $840.00
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07 / KITBoard and Batten Wall Kit, Shaker Grid 1 to 5 Sets | Self-Adhesive Wainscoting
From $69.80
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08 / KITAccent Board and Batten Design Wall Covering Kit, Factory Primed | Pre-Cut & Ready to Assemble
From $607.00
View kitKit prices on this page
| Kit | Material | From | Up to | Adhesive option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom Board and Batten Picture Frame Wall Molding Set | Polystyrene | $174.41 | $193.58 | Yes |
| Quick Install MDF Board and Batten Panels | MDF | $592.00 | $592.00 | No |
| DIY Hassle-Free Board & Batten Wall Makeovers | MDF | $515.00 | $515.00 | No |
| Peel and Stick Board and Batten Picture Frame Molding Set | Polystyrene | $115.30 | $191.63 | Yes |
| Shaker Board and Batten Grid Wainscoting Kit | Polystyrene | $69.80 | $502.00 | Yes |
| Paintable Pre-Cut Wall Design | MDF | $840.00 | $840.00 | No |
| Board and Batten Wall Kit | Polystyrene | $69.80 | $502.00 | Yes |
| Accent Board and Batten Design Wall Covering Kit | Polystyrene | $607.00 | $609.00 | Yes |
Sizes and options available
| Option | Choices |
|---|---|
| Design Size | Queen Size · King Size · 1 Design Set · 2 Design Set · 3 Design Set |
| Installation Type | Non-Adhesive · Self-Adhesive |
| Size | Standard kit · 4 cm / 1.6 in · 10 cm / 3.9 in |
| Width | 4 cm / 1.6 in · 2.5 cm / 1 in |
| Panel Set | 1 Set (120 cm / 47.2 in) · 2 Set (240 cm / 94.5 in) · 3 Set (360 cm / 141.7 in) · 4 Set (480 cm / 189 in) · 5 Set (600 cm / 236.2 in) |
Material and profile specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel molding profile | 2.5 cm (about 1 in); 4 cm made to order |
| Stock length | 240 cm sticks |
| Material | Hard polystyrene polymer (not wood or foam); MDF for shaker, board and batten and arched kits |
| Finish | Factory primed, sandable and paintable |
| Installation options | Non-adhesive (construction adhesive or joint compound) or self-adhesive backing |
| Kit cutting | Pieces pre-cut to length and mitered at 45° |
Common heights by ceiling height
| Ceiling height | Chair rail / wainscoting at 1/3 | Taller wainscoting at 40% | Two-thirds wall treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 ft | 32 in | 38 in | 64 in |
| 9 ft | 36 in | 43 in | 72 in |
| 10 ft | 40 in | 48 in | 80 in |
| 12 ft | 48 in | 58 in | 96 in |
Questions people ask
What is board and batten made of?
Board and batten is traditionally wood. Most interior board and batten today uses primed MDF battens fixed directly to drywall, which is what our kits use.
How far apart should battens be?
Battens are usually spaced 12 to 24 inches apart. Keep the gaps equal across the wall and adjust the spacing slightly so the outer battens sit at the corners.
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Sources & dates
Prices, options and photos come from our product catalog on the date shown. Layout tables are planning estimates; measure your wall before ordering.
- DecoMoldings product catalogRecorded November 9, 2026
- Layout and quantity methodologyRecorded November 9, 2026