shiplap

noun

ship·lap ˈship-ˌlap

: wooden sheathing in which the boards are rabbeted so that the edges of each board lap over the edges of adjacent boards to make a flush joint

Examples of shiplap in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Bonus: white shiplap walls provide a stunning canvas that allows the layers of the room’s furniture and home decor to really shine. 13. —

Christina Cush, Architectural Digest, 24 Sep. 2024 The home is lined with dark wood floors and has whitewashed shiplap vaulted ceilings. —

Emma Reynolds, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024 The rug's colors and pattern contrast the white shiplap walls and ceiling, break up the solid light gray floor color, and add a nice detail to this coastal style entryway. —

Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Sep. 2024 Paint: Sherwin-Williams - Walls (eggshell on sheetrock, satin on shiplap), Ceiling (flat), Trim (satin), and Door in Greek Villa SW7551, Cabinetry in Breakwater SW9638. —

Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for shiplap

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