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Working with Crown Molding
Construction How-To, Finish Carpentry, Mantels. Trim, Molding, Trim Carpentry
If you’re looking to dress up an ordinary room, think about installing crown molding (also spelled moulding). Very few additions make a visual impact like crown molding, which gives a subtle yet elegant design element to any space. And with the proper tools and set up, installation can be easy. While wood is a common choice for crown […]
Installing Wainscoting Adds Style
Construction How-To, Finish Carpentry, Mantels. Trim, Molding, Punch!, Wall Coverings, walls
“To line with boards or paneling,” is how Mr. Webster describes wainscot. Doesn’t sound very exciting, does it? Wainscot, however, can add excitement and set the theme of your home’s decor. Wainscoting, in most instances, is finished off with a variety of moldings and is a great way of creating a true, “custom […]
Crown Molding in Review
Construction How-To, Finish Carpentry, Mantels. Trim, Molding, Trim Carpentry
Coping inside corners conceals unsightly joints.
Pro Tips on Built-up Crown Molding
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There’s no reason to have a room if you’re not going to have crown in it.
Tighter Miters
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Choosing and Using Today’s Miter Saws
13 Pro Tips for Crown Molding
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1. Make sure that each length of crown molding you purchase has the exact same spring angle, width and thickness. Why? Building supply stores purchase their crown (and trim) from several manufactures, each using their on different fabrication standards/tolorances. 2. Always check the square of your saw before you begin. For every degree your saw is […]
Installing Moulding Defines Room Spaces to Reflect Your Taste
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Tips and Tools to Get the Job Done Right
Installing Crown Molding Solo
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Q: Any advice on installing crown molding solo? I’m remodeling my house but I live alone and don’t usually have an extra pair of hands to help out. Installing long sections of molding is getting tricky. A: Asking someone to help out is definitely the way to go. But if no one is available you might try using a string […]
How Do I Install Quarter-Round Trim?
Construction How-To, DIY Questions and Answer, Finish Carpentry, Mantels. Trim, Molding
Q: I am installing quarter-round on my new baseboards, what do you use to attach the joints with? Should I use Liquid Nails to glue the 1/4 round down, or is there a better way? A: Quarter-round should be nailed to the base boards only. It is intended to hide gaps between the base and floor. It should […]
How to Cope Base Molding
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Learning to Cope
