Decorative Molding
Adding decorative molding to certain architectural styles of homes such as mid-century may not be the best idea. But for most styles decorative molding will add warmth and value. There are different types:
Baseboard: Protective and decorative, runs along the floor and base of the wall.
Casing: Decorative covers the seam around doors and windows; larger sizes make these areas more impressive.
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Ceiling trim: Decorative, such as a ceiling medallion under a dining room chandelier.
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Chair Rail: Decorative molding which is approximately 32” above the floor.
Crown Molding: Decorative trim where ceiling meets the top of the wall.
Wainscoting: Decorative paneling generally placed beneath a chair rail.
Categories: Resale,Architecture
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Thanks for writing this post. Alot of people confuse the different types of moldings with each other.
Moldings serve some protective funciton, but they're mostly used for decoration nowadays. In fact, chair rails do not have to be 32" off the ground, some designers even want them installed 2/3 up the wall with wainscots.
I agree that installing moldings are a pain for most DIYers. So if you dont have the patience, time, skills and tools, you'll be better off hiring Fred to do your moldings.
Cheers!
-Anders Gentile
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I agree that installing decorative moulding isn't for all DIYers, but Charm aside, crown moulding happens to be the lowest cost investments with the highest dollar return that one can make in home improvement. This is appealing to many people especially in the current economic situation when buying or building a new home may not be the right time.
While a new home may not be in your budget - a home renovation that will ad enjoyment to the home you're living in while increasing your home's value might be ideal, especially if you're thinking of selling your home down the road. Even if you decide not to modify door moldings or baseboards, the impact that crown molding alone can have on the appearance of a room is remarkable.
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