More Picture Of How To Install Beadboard Over Drywall Best Wallpaper JPG. The 12 mdf or in your case bead board gets nailed with maybe a little liguid nail right throught the drywall into the studs. The great part of the strips is that it shows you exactly where the studs are and a full sheet of drywall is the same width as a full sheet of ply bead making it easier to figure out your layout.
Use a little glue and get this joint tight and straight before nailing it. Once you are happy with this joint move along the wall installing the beadboard. The best option may come down to preferences and budget.
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Continue installing keeping in mind that youll need to notch out for electrical boxes and any pipes. Drill through the grout lines and attach the strips to the studs in the wall using screws. Clean and dry both the walls and the back of the beadboard to ensure good adhesion. We install the ply bead right on top of the drywall.