Handy guys: what's your suggestion?

Sorry I can't upload a pic but...

My dad messed up out walls. They were white paneling. He wanted to fill in the panel lines/grooves but used some caulk crap and did not smooth it out.

What can be used to fix this?
I've already sanded down as much as I could. It's still bumpy and you can see even thicker caulk lines.

Considering just getting more paneling and putting it on top and painting nice color...

Any other suggestions?

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uncalled4 · 56-60, M

Rip down the paneling and work on the drywall instead.

Chevy454 · 46-50, M

@uncalled4 might not be drywall behind it. Just furring strips.

uncalled4 · 56-60, M

@Chevy454 Ah, fair point. Maybe consider putting up drywall. The aesthetic results will be far more pleasing.

Chevy454 · 46-50, M

@uncalled4 Yup!!

iamnikki · 31-35, F

@uncalled4 we thought about ripping the paneling but not knowing if there could be an issue with the bare walls was the problem I think we are just gonna add texturing and hope that covers it. I saw a vid on YouTube 😬

uncalled4 · 56-60, M

@iamnikki There's always a surprise lurking behind the walls.