Diy plank wall. getty images add warmth and texture to your room by adding wood planks to a wall using sheets of plywood and your choice of paint or stain finish to create a beautiful architectural detailing in just a few hours for around $100.. An accent wall can do a lot for a room, and my sister wanted to add a wood plank wall in the entrance to her house. in this video, you'll see just how simple it is to do this yourself, and all for. Horizontal accent wall installation. to install planks horizontally on your wall, select enough planks to make the first row on the bottom of the wall. lay the planks on the floor with the d