Beadboard has been a hallmark of classic New England homes and seaside cottages for centuries. Widely spaced vertical grooves or narrow ones, beadboard options are both simple and stunning at the same time. And this gave us an idea that we’re pretty proud of.

Inspired by Key West architecture, we developed Beaded Panel Wainscoting -- an ArchitecturalDepot.com exclusive. It combines the vertical lines of classic beadboard, surrounded by a framework of stiles and rails normally found only on traditional frame and panel wainscot. Taken together, this combination delivers all the refined simplicity you expect from beadboard, even across large walls. But where ordinary beadboard might appear too visually busy over expansive areas, beaded panel wainscoting just keeps on looking great, without ever becoming overwhelming. Stiles and rails are the secret. They add just enough visual variety to make it all work