How do I properly hang a faux brick wall in my laundry room – should I use liquid nail and a nail gun, and do the nails need to go into a stud?
Asked by Ricky Hudson 
7 months ago
Last Updated: June 11, 2024
I’m thinking about putting up a fake brick wall in my laundry room. How should I go about hanging it? Would liquid nail and a nail gun do the trick? Do the nails need to go into a stud or can I just go for it and start nailing away?
I think using a nail gun and liquid nails would be a good idea! Just to make sure everything is secure.
For a secure hold, you’ll want to make sure the nails go into the studs. Look for the top plate and nail plates along the walls and ceiling like in the picture. Space the nails 16 inches apart on the wall and try nailing along the ‘grout lines’ of the brick for easier patching. Consider nailing behind where the shelf will go to cover the holes.
We secured the screws into the studs by only going through the grooves for better concealment
I’m feeling a bit anxious because we just moved into this house and discovered the old metal shelves weren’t secured to any studs, just the Sheetrock with nails. The bathroom fixtures are right behind this wall.
I’ll need to confirm, but if not, do you think I could possibly utilize these instead? Then simply patch up the holes afterwards?
How much does it weigh? If Liquid Nails can support it, you might not need to use nails or screws.
Hey Kim! I picked up some liquid nail as well. Since we don’t have a nail gun, I think cutting the paneling into smaller pieces is a good idea for better support.
Hey Ruby! When you’re working with the liquid nail, just remember not to cut more than what you actually need. You can use 2″ finish nails to secure the paneling in place along with the liquid nail.
If you anticipate needing to replace it in the future, go ahead and nail it. Using liquid nails can damage the wall, leading to the need for drywall replacement. If this wall is meant for access, you might have to take it down later on.
A nail gun can be used and if you want to conceal the seam, cut the bricks to stagger them.
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I made sure to secure it in the studs. One of my walls behind the bed and half of my laundry room are brick. It looks great. I opted for Brad nails.
Please, do not use liquid nails to attach it to the wall. We had to remove paneling that was attached with liquid nails and redo the drywall.
So, you typically use something like thinset to adhere faux brick or rock to a surface, such as Hardie Board, treating it similar to how you would apply tile. This is pretty standard practice. Are you not using large panels? These pieces usually come in small sizes, just like tile. Alternatively, you can use smaller units, like 1 ft x 2 ft, and attach them with fasteners. I actually finished the lower part of my house using that type of system. For something like that, you might want to use a substrate of plywood or OSB. Just be cautious of puncturing any plumbing! 😊
You don’t need studs. A few nails with a brad nailer will do the job. Place the nails in the grout lines since they are thinner than the brick. I used this method for my backsplash, German smeared it, only used brad nails, and it turned out perfectly.
Make sure to hammer the nails into the studs, not the water pipes!
Just finished putting up paneling in a house we’re renovating. We opted for Loctite instant grab adhesive, and it worked wonders! We decided to add an 18 gauge brad in each corner, just to be safe.
Hey! I love the idea for your project! Adding a faux brick wall can really give your laundry room some character. When it comes to hanging it up, Liquid Nails is a great choice for adhesive. I would also recommend using nails or screws for extra security. Make sure to aim for the studs when using nails or screws to provide the most support for your wall. Using a stud finder can help locate the studs more easily. Hope that helps clarify things for you. Cheers!
The photo of the women installing the paneling is from the DIY Wife on YouTube. You can check out her complete tutorial on this for more guidance.
Oops, I messed up! I ended up with the pink sparkle. I know it dries white, but now half of my wall looks like a salmon color. 🥴