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Is panelling nice or just “Chavvy”?

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Diy322 · 19/10/2025 13:03

Just read a post online where someone said panelling is “chavvy”! I’m a little upset as I was planning to panel my hallway.

It’s a new build but I just feel the hallway needs something. Hallway is quite large. What do others think? Please be honest

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Diy322 · 19/10/2025 13:08

I just feel hallway and stairs need something. What about a dado rail separating the wall in half then?

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Naws · 19/10/2025 13:07

I'm not sure how you can get through life if an opinion from an internet stranger is getting inside your head.

How does that work?

What if you decorate and then see a different comment from a different stranger saying they don't like that sort of thing?

The only opinions that should matter are those belonging to the homeowner.

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Diy322 · 19/10/2025 13:07

@MelonElla what else can I do to hallway? I just feel it looks so depressing.

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HouseofDreams · 19/10/2025 13:07

Yes in a new build defo chavvy

TheLadyofBower · 19/10/2025 13:06

Chavvy in a new build, yes
Its they grey and crushed velvet of 2025

MelonElla · 19/10/2025 13:04

I wouldn't say it's chavvy but it is very popular and will probably date quickly.