Whether you’re installing new baseboards or replacing old baseboards, the process is fairly straightforward, and the end result is always worth the effort. In our case, the family room was just begging for a c
For instance, the only reason you would ever want to paint your crown moldingbeforeit’s installed is because you’ve painted your walls first, and now you don’t want to get molding paint on them. Another reason is molding transitions. You can’t install a new, larger baseboard without ...
Once the top molding is secure, install the baseboards with some glue and nails. Step 7 - Finishing The last step in installing beadboard is to caulk and paint. If you are installing the beadboard in a bathroom, you want to make sure all of the seams are properly caulked to prevent ...
Board and Batten Step 1: Install Base Molding Measure, cut, and install the base molding. The stair used to be wrapped with carpet, but we wanted to avoid that and clean up the look. We built out the stair a bit and then wrapped it with the MDF. We got lucky and the MDF was the...
How To Install Baseboard Molding On Uneven Floor (Step-by-step Guide) byCarolina Arey September 22, 2024 Installing baseboard molding on an uneven floor may seem challenging, but with the right approach, you can achieve professional-looking results. This guide will walk you…Read More » ...
Step 6: Install the Baseboard Since the guys left a 1″ gap underneath the beadboard, they cut strips of leftover beadboard to fill the gap. This prevents the baseboard from angling inward when they nail it. Pro-Tip:For a full tutorial on installing baseboard and shoe molding, check out...
Install the next element as though it's upside-down baseboard. Fasten it directly to the wall, up tight against the ceiling layer. Cope all inside corners, and cut miters for the outside corners. Same goes for the final layer, which is the sprung crown. Nail this molding to the...
Step 13: Install Shoe Molding Finally, we install shoe molding around the baseboard, and at doorways, and the installation is complete. Recommended tools for this project FMHT33338 25 ft STANLEY® FATMAX® Auto-Lock Tape Measure STHT10479 ...
I’ve been installing the baseboard molding, and it’s going up pretty quick. I completed about half of the molding last Saturday, and plan to finish the rest this weekend. The toughest part about installing any molding (baseboard, shoe molding, chair rail, crown molding) is getting all th...
Work on small sections of baseboard at one time. Apply paint to the middle of the molding to get some of the paint off of the brush. Then, cut in along at the top of the molding using the tapered edge of the brush. Run the brush about 1/4 inch from the edge. The paint should ...