Molding on a home used to be seen predominantly on Victorian era or style homes and in the great Southern mansions during the Civil War era. Crown molding is a beautiful way to dress up different areas of your home and can really add the finishing touch to any room. There are so many different ones to choose from, but some are better known than others.
Crown molding is one of the most popular moldings on the market today. Crown molding is distinguished as highly decorative, thicker molding that can be one solid piece of several pieces glued or joined together to add more decorative detail to the room. Crown molding is typically used on top of kitchen cabinets and around the tops of different rooms. Crown molding can also be added to existing furniture, such as cabinets, to give it a high-end look.
Many homeowners are understandably nervous when it comes to cutting and installing their own crown molding. The important thing to know is how to cut the trim at the correct angle. There are cutting tools available at most home improvement or hardware stores that will allow even a novice to do the job themselves.
Another type of trim that is making a comeback is the use of ceiling medallions. Ceiling medallions come in many different styles, patterns and widths and are used on the ceiling around the light opening before the light is installed. This is a decorative way to beautify a room, such as a girl’s bedroom, a dining room, or another room that will be very decorative. Ceiling medallions are a very cost effective way to add detail and character to any room as they can be purchased relatively cheaply but look very expensive.
Decorative corbels are another item any homeowner may want to install. Decorative corbels are a way to add a more elaborate look to the corners of the room or at the entrance of a room in the doorway arch. These pieces are usually highly ornate, heavily woodworked and very Victorian looking, although it is possible to purchase others that are simpler in detail. They are usually sold as a single item and are relatively expensive to purchase. Corbels are easy to install and virtually any homeowner can do the job himself.
Decorative molding is the way to add a personal touch to almost any room in your home. Moldings, medallions and corbels embellish a room and tell the world that this is your home, your style. There are so many different designs, widths, and details on the trim that one could literally stare at it for days. Consider putting some molding in different rooms of your home to make it your own personal space, one that no one else will have. Take the time to learn how to cut trim and you’ll be installing it yourself in no time.