Shaker Wall Panel Layout for a 10 ft Wall
This is a measured floor-to-ceiling shaker panel layout for a 10 ft (305 cm) wide wall with a standard 8 ft (244 cm) ceiling. Flat 3" boards form a grid of near-square panels, the clean modern look used in bedrooms, offices and dining rooms.
Cut list
| Piece | Qty | Length each |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical stile | 5 | 7' 8" (234 cm) |
| Horizontal rail | 16 | 2' 2" (66 cm) |
Total: 73 linear ft (22.4 m). Order about 81 linear ft (+10% for offcuts).
Why this layout works
Panels close to 24 to 26 inches square read as modern and calm. Four columns on 10 ft keeps every panel nearly square on an 8 ft ceiling.
Time and materials
This layout has 21 pieces. With pre-cut, numbered pieces expect about 2 h to install, plus paint drying time. Cutting from raw boards adds roughly 2 to 4 hours.
How to install
- Fix the outer stiles into the corners and the top and bottom rails.
- Fix the inner stiles at equal spacing with a spacer block cut to the panel width.
- Fit the short horizontal rails between stiles at equal heights.
- Fill joints, caulk edges and paint everything one color.
Questions about this wall size
How many shaker panels on a 10 ft wall?
12 panels in a 4 by 3 grid, each about 26 inches square.
Can I do half-height shaker on 10 ft?
Yes. Keep 4 columns and use 1 or 2 rows under a shelf ledge at about 4 ft.
How much board do I need?
About 73 linear ft of 3 inch board; order roughly 81 ft.
Get it pre-cut
- Shaker Wall Paneling Kit, from $250
- Shaker Square Grid Wall Paneling Kit, from $270
- Shaker Board and Batten Grid Wainscoting Kit, from $70
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