8th July 2022 What rooms should have wainscoting? Wainscoting is often used in common areas of the home to make a big statement. Areas that are difficult to style due to space, such as entries and hallways, are the perfect locations. Some of the most popular rooms/spaces wainscoting is used include; bathrooms, bedrooms, kitchens, dining and lounge rooms, entries, hallways and staircases.