How to install baseboards and door trim! Tips and tricks for easy removal and install of new trim, how to do bullnose corners, and more!
Thank you so much for joining us at One Project Closer for this tutorial on How to Install Baseboard Trim as we follow Pro Contractor and Master Carpenter, Chris. This post is sponsored by the Home Depot Prospective Campaign. Post may also contain affiliate links. Opinions (and typos) are ...
Fitting Baseboard Trim into Corners: The best way to fit baseboard trim to a wall with many angles is to cut the exterior bevel first. Then measure the amount of excess that is sticking out. In my case, I knew that I had bumped my wall out the width of this scrap of wood. So, I...
3. Cut and Install the Apron-Trim Pieces Measure the height of the shower base (or tub), from the baseboard molding's top edge to the base's top edge. Transfer this measurement to the supplied apron-trim piece, and cut this piece to length with a hacksaw. Measure the base's width, ...
This simultaneously shines up your tires, cleans them, and creates a barrier to moisture. If you have plastic tires like on a single-stage snow blower, this step is not necessary. 6. Wipe down engine, cables and handles (Image: © Future / Jonathan Knoder) Take the rag and wipe ...
There are several ways to fill the gap between your baseboard and floor, and the method you choose will depend on the size and location of the gap. Some of the most popular methods include using caulk, flexible trim strips, or adding shoe molding. With a little bit of know-how and some...
Once your laminate planks are installed and the baseboard moldings are in place, use transition strips to connect the laminate with any adjoining surfaces, like carpet, tile or other flooring in an adjoining room. Nail the transition piece through the trim and wall rather than through the floor...
4. Paint Along the Trim Known by professionals as "cutting in" Richter recommends using a paintbrush—he likes Wooster Pro—to paint the top and bottom areas of your wall along the trim. When painting, move the brush in a smooth, side-to-side motion. According to Richter, you should pai...
6. Remove the spacers around the border and install baseboards and quarter round covering the plastic moisture barrier on the wall and the gap between the wall and the flooring. Set nail heads slightly below the surface of the molding and fill with wood putty. Use touch up paint to cover...
Miter saworCircular saw– for cutting your wood planks to the correct lengths Jigsaw– for cutting a notch in the bottom shelf so it fits around your existing baseboards Nail gun– You can also use a hammer and nails, but it will take a bit longer.This is the nail gun I have; it ...