Decorative Molding
When it comes to decorative molding, trim, and baseboard options, there is a wide variety of styles and materials to choose from, allowing you to enhance the aesthetic appeal of your space. Here are some popular options for decorative molding, trim, and baseboards:.
Crown Molding:
Classic Crown Molding: Simple and curved molding with a gentle slope, suitable for traditional interiors.
Dentil Crown Molding: Molding with rectangular blocks resembling teeth (dentils) along the bottom edge, adding a decorative touch.
Cove Crown Molding: Concave molding that softens the transition between walls and ceilings, providing an elegant look.
Baseboards:
Flat Baseboards: Simple, flat boards that provide a clean and modern appearance.
Rounded or Stepped Baseboards: Baseboards with rounded or stepped designs, adding a subtle decorative element.
High Baseboards: Taller baseboards that create a sense of grandeur and work well in rooms with high ceilings.
Chair Rails:
Traditional Chair Rails: Horizontal molding installed on walls at chair height, protecting walls from damage and adding a classic touch.
Picture Molding: Molding placed higher on walls, allowing for hanging pictures without nails directly in the wall.
Wainscoting:
Beadboard Wainscoting: Panels with evenly spaced vertical grooves, creating a textured look often used in cottage-style interiors.
Raised Panel Wainscoting: Panels with a raised central section, adding depth and sophistication to walls.
Decorative Trim:
Rosettes and Plinth Blocks: Decorative blocks placed at the corners of door frames, adding elegance and visual interest.
Fluted Trim: Trim with vertical grooves, creating a fluted appearance and enhancing the overall design.
Corbels: Ornamental brackets often used under countertops, shelves, or mantels for decorative support.
Specialty Moldings:
Picture Rails: Molding installed near the ceiling to hang artwork with hooks and wires.
Panel Molding: Molding used to create decorative panels on walls or ceilings, adding texture and dimension.
Materials:
Wood: Traditional and versatile, available in various wood species and finishes.
Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF): Affordable and easy to work with, often used for painted moldings.
Polyurethane: Lightweight, durable, and resistant to moisture, suitable for both interior and exterior applications.