Hi @debralea5. It's my pleasure to assist in your project. You'll also see that we have plenty of creative and helpful community members on Workshop ...

I'd paint. You would still have the texture of the timber panels but it would really lighten the rooms. That hallway looks particularly dark.

Welcome to the Workshop community @debralea5. I'd be more than happy to answer your question. Let me start by saying what a unique property you have ...