What to do with wood paneling in breakfast nook?

Question

I am in the process of trying to figure out my kitchen and breakfast nook remodel for my home. I have decided on a French Country look for the kitchen.....based upon some great Waverly sunflower fabric.....with a cornflower blue background.....and hints of greens and reds with the of course yellow sunflowers........i am thinking of painting the kitchen walls a buttery yellow.....and the cabinets possibly a sand or blue color.......i have run into a dilemma with my attached breakfast nook.........the room is wall to wall wood paneling.....not the cheap stuff.......but still wood paneling.....any suggestions as to colors i should use....and also how to handle the wood paneling.......paint it, pickle it, or leave it?

thanks for the help!
:-)

Answer 1

I would paint the wood french country blue, or a sand color to match your cabinets, you could also do yellow, or just a neutral tan with a yellow trim... good luck mary

Answer 2

Why not paint it half way up & put a boarder between the paint & paneling. (use KILZ on the bottom before you paint its a primer & paint will stick easier)

Answer 3

well i'm sure the paneling has a finish over it so u would have to strip it to work on it so i would remove it and save it and reuse it as a wains-coat at 32" high with a chair rail cap.........

lic. gen. contractor