paneling
noun
pan·el·ing
ˈpa-nᵊl-iŋ 
variants
or less commonly panelling
: panels joined in a continuous surface
especially
: decorative wood panels so joined
Examples of paneling in a Sentence
The dining room had dark paneling.
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Whether your bathroom walls are painted, tiled, or feature decorative paneling such as beadboard, stay away from dark color schemes to avoid making the room look smaller.
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2025
The mesh paneling will keep my feet cool despite rising temperatures, and the multi-colored laces easily set them apart from other sneakers in my closet.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2025
Its concrete floors and wood paneling give the space a contemporary feel.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2025
Warm wood paneling and cool limestone floors set the tone, while a sleek, chef’s kitchen fitted with Wolf appliances and a 200-bottle wine cellar caters to both culinary and oenophilic pursuits.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2025
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Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Apr. 2025
The mesh paneling will keep my feet cool despite rising temperatures, and the multi-colored laces easily set them apart from other sneakers in my closet.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2025
Its concrete floors and wood paneling give the space a contemporary feel.
—Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 31 Mar. 2025
Warm wood paneling and cool limestone floors set the tone, while a sleek, chef’s kitchen fitted with Wolf appliances and a 200-bottle wine cellar caters to both culinary and oenophilic pursuits.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 27 Mar. 2025
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“Paneling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/paneling. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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