I am trying to get some info on different options available for walls besides drywall and paneling. I am putting boxcar tongue and groove from floor up 38" where my basement foundation wall meets my knee walls. I do not want to use drywall or paneling. I once saw on hometime or fix it up tv show, a prefinished wall paneling type material that was some sort of 1/4, 3/8 inch thick sheets that are covered with neutral wallpaper. They were using this for a basement office and very easy to cut and install with panelling nails. The material also allowed push pins to be used on wall and not cause a lot of damage. My goal is to not have to tape, goop, sand and paint drywall, so any ideas would be very helpful. thanx, tony

What is an appropriate length of nail and screw for fastening 1/2" drywall to 2"x4" studs for walls (not ceiling)? I have some 1-5/8" screws and some 1-1/4" nails. Would these be too short? This is for a basement finishing project. I will probably be installing the drywall vertically. Thanks in advance.