Polyurethane Mouldings

What Is Crown Moulding?

Crown moulding is a decorative flourish that is commonly used as cornice moulding, the trim along the seam where the wall meets the ceiling. Crown moulding generally has a curved surface and adds an elegant finishing touch to a room. It is available in a variety of sizes and styles, so homeowners can use the type of moulding that suits their needs and tastes. Crown molding is regarded as finish carpentry, meaning that it adds final touches to your home and therefore requires a more subtle touch than standard carpentry. .. [read more]

How to Improve the Appearance of Your Home with Crown Molding Corners

The use of crown molding corners is a simple and cost-effective way to improve the look of your home. Corner blocks give plain crown molding more depth and formality. Moreover, installing crown molding in your home not only adds aesthetic appeal, it also increases the resale value of your home. .. [read more]

What Are Ceiling Moldings?

Ceiling moldings are decorative elements that fill the corner between a wall and a ceiling. Typically, ceiling moldings are made of wood or plastic. They are a popular decorative element because they add an elegant architectural touch and provide an attractive transition from one surface to another. .. [read more]

What Are the Different Types of Wall Panels?

Wall panels are decorative elements that are used to break up wall space. In interior decoration, wall panels are used to cover an existing wall to add visual appeal or disguise imperfections. Wall panels come in a variety of finishes and textures. Types of wall panels available include beardboard panels, decorative finish panels, wainscot panels, woodgrain finish panels, and plank panels, to name a few. Homeowners can choose wall panels in a finish, color, and substrate that match their home décor and suit their personal tastes. So, if you are tired of your plain walls and would like to give them some character, consider using one of the following types of wall panels. .. [read more]

How to Choose a Ceiling Medallion for Your Home

A ceiling medallion is a decorative circular panel that is affixed to the ceiling, around a light fixture or a ceiling fan. A ceiling medallion is meant to be the center of attention on a ceiling. You can attach a medallion to your ceiling with an adhesive or drywall screws. Historically, ceiling medallions were made of marble, plaster, or iron, but modern ceiling medallions are lightweight, durable, and inexpensive. They are a popular home accent because they add character and sophistication to otherwise bland living spaces. Traditionally, ceiling medallions were always round, but nowadays, they come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and styles to match your home décor. .. [read more]

How to Accent Your Home Décor with Wall Niches

Wall niches have been a popular decorative element since ancient times and were often used as architectural embellishments in churches and other sacred buildings. Wall niches add style and character to your home decor, while expanding storage/display space without requiring you to add more furniture. Not only do wall niches add a sense of depth to your home décor, they also allow you to put your most prized decorations on display. Wall niches are natural focal points, so when people visit your home, they will likely ask you questions about the pieces you have on display. .. [read more]

What Is Door Trim?

Door trim is molding that surrounds doors and window openings. It is both utilitarian and decorative, in that it creates frames around doors and windows while hiding the transition between jambs and adjacent walls. Door trim can also be used to cover up insulation or other materials inside the wall cavity. Historically, door trim was the defining feature in a home and set the tone of a home’s interior. .. [read more]

Types of Interior Trim

Interior trim surrounds doors, windows, and baseboards in your home and serves both decorative and utilitarian purposes. While some trim is made of flat boards, most of it is molding, or flat boards with profiles carved into the surface. Adding or altering the interior trim of your home is a quick and cost-effective way to give your home a fresh, new appearance. .. [read more]