Wainscoting refers to wood panels that are installed on the lower third of a wall. An early intention for wainscoting was to protect plaster walls from damage by chairs or other objects. It also acted ...

Interior designer Heidi Caillier appreciates wainscoting for the budget-friendly statement it makes. "I love to use it in bathrooms on the main walls," she says. "Tiling a full bathroom can be quite ...