Basic
$13 – $34 per sq ft
Solid walnut 1x4 tongue-and-groove boards in character grade with sapwood streaks, blind-nailed, clear satin finish

Supply and install walnut wood wall paneling (veneer panels or solid tongue-and-groove boards) on an existing wall, finished, per square foot of wall.
Walnut Paneling in Baltimore, Maryland typically costs $15 to $40 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Prices in Baltimore are in line with the national average for walnut paneling.
National average: $15 – $40 per sq ft
$13 – $34 per sq ft
Solid walnut 1x4 tongue-and-groove boards in character grade with sapwood streaks, blind-nailed, clear satin finish
$15 – $40 per sq ft
Solid walnut 1x6 tongue-and-groove boards in select grade, blind-nailed, clear satin finish
$19 – $50 per sq ft
Solid walnut 1x6 tongue-and-groove boards in clear grade, long lengths, blind-nailed, oil finish, matching walnut cap and base trim
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $6.89 – $18 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $5.09 – $14 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $1.84 – $4.90 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $1.22 – $3.26 | sq ft |
See how walnut paneling looks in each style, with photos of real projects by working designers.
Baltimore's rowhouses reward traditional detail and small-space thinking, and local designers often use bold color, wallpaper and collected furniture rather than a neutral palette. Converted industrial buildings add a loft option.
Work by Baltimore designers first, then the styles Baltimore draws from.
Maximalist living room
Photo: Lauren M. Levine Interiors · Profile
Traditional living room
Photo: Emora Design Studio · Profile
Traditional interior
Photo: Jo Lyle & Co. · Profile
Traditional bathroom
Photo: Angela Rennie Design · Profile
Traditional bathroom
Photo: Jo Lyle & Co. · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Dogwood Proper · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Traditional living room
Photo: 615interiors · Profile
Traditional living room
Photo: Alexandra Peck Design · Profile
Material costs in Baltimore run proportionally higher than labor, which may favor labor-intensive approaches.
Connect with local walnut paneling contractors in Baltimore for personalized quotes based on your specific project.