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Finishing Touches: How to Accent with Crown Moulding and Baseboards
The finishing touches on the rooms in your home is what makes all of the difference in tying it together. Moulding is the perfect way to go about completing the look. Here are some of the factors that you’ll need to take into account in order to craft your aesthetic appeal.
Consider Dimensions
The dimensions of your moulding can set the tone of the rest of your home. Older and more traditional homes tended to use larger dimensional lumber for creating their moulding. It can be difficult to find new moulding that matches the exact dimensions of the older ones. You may need to create your own in order to get the dimensions right. You can do this by pairing up different types of moulding for the right look. Another solution is to create your own to suit your needs.
Photo by J. Hirsch Interior Design, LLC
Customize for Perfection
Using a manufacturer that uses custom made moulding blades to create crown moulding is one solution that can prove to be beneficial for you. This is because crown moulding is something that works better when it’s one piece. It’s easier to install and achieve the final effect that you want in your home. The details are extremely important when you’re looking at what type of crown moulding that you want to install. Having something that’s customized for you gives you the perfect look.
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Pair Your Style
There are a lot of different styles when it comes to moulding that you can select. For example, a room that has a lot of additional wall trim may be better paired with something that’s simpler in nature. If you’re just dressing up your home with the crown moulding and baseboard, you may want to go with something that has a little more decorative appeal. This might include fluting at the top or even a decorative groove in the middle.
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Select Color Schemes
The color scheme that you want to select for your moulding will depend on the rest of your home. Traditional white or even stained finishes are popular. Some people may choose to go with another color of trim in order to provide an accent to their walls. Black trim is also popular because it makes a bold statement. This scheme is more common when you have interior doors that are also bolder.
It’s the finishing touches that make your house a home. Use these ideas when you’re installing moulding so that you can create something that will stand out.
