Common Types of Moulding

A primary reason to use different types of moulding in a home is to help distinguish your space and help set it apart from other homes.

• Crown Moulding – This covers a large family of moulding types that can finish the top edge of cabinets, run along the seam of where the ceiling meets the wall, create door & window hoods, or be used to design cornice moulding designs.
• Wainscot Paneling – A style of paneling that runs along the wall from floor height to 3 or more feet high. It can come in a variety of styles and designs.
• Chair Rails – A Decorative trim piece that you place on the walls at the same height the top of a wainscot panel would be. Often times they are used to separate paint colors on a wall. They can also be used to create square and rectangular designs on walls.
• Mantel Trims – A variety of styles and finishes can make a simple block mantel become an elegant architectural focal point for a room.