I completely started from scratch with the paneling and had each panel fit perfectly with the stair angles. I also suggested having the fire extinguisher set into the end panel instead of sitting on the carpet, I also made this recess box accessible to a large loom of wires and pipework.
The client had bought a complete London's Gentleman club paneled room for else where in the house and he had several of these carved panels left over which I carefully brought back to life and incorporated them into the back panel