Raised Panel Wainscoting
The Raised panel style traces its origins back to 17th century
England. An example of raised panel wainscot is shown below.
Note the beveled effect on the box edges.
Originating in the
European Colonial period, this style of wainscot application
is particularly appealing when used in the following revival styles: Colonial,
Queen Anne, Georgian, Federalist, Shingle Style and various other
revival styles.
Raised panel wainscoting is mostly seen in
formal home environments such as living rooms, dining
rooms, foyers, home offices and private dens, studies or libraries.
This style was often used in Colonial times for other applications
such as doors, kitchen cabinets, shutters and garage doors.
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Some manufacturers provide raised panel wainscoting sets. Below is a list:
