How to easily install crown molding
Crown molding is the most important architectural accent used to detail the interior space. In fact, you can enhance the overall beauty and appearance of each room with crown molding.
It will help the spaces between the walls and the ceilings have an even appearance. Additionally, moldings are used to finish fireplaces, cabinets, and built-ins.
Installing crown molding is not a new concept. Previously, homeowners used molding to reflect the type of room and its intended purpose.
For example, reception areas were often decorated with elaborate and ornate molding, while kitchens and other less decorative rooms in the house had simple crown molding.
In general, it’s pretty easy to set up. However, you may need the help of a handyman if you intend to install large and complex trim. Here is a quick guide on how you can painlessly install:
Schedule
Most people tend to neglect this step. This is a big mistake, because if you don’t plan correctly, you can end up frustrated and make a mistake installing it.
There are different types of crown molding. Decide the specific size and style of trim you would like to have.
The size should match the height of your house ceiling. Sometimes you can still go for large trim, as long as you properly scale your casings to accommodate them.
Once you have chosen the specific size and style you want, you need to determine how much you need. Make some allowances for cutting waste.
Order all required materials
In the planning phase, you will get a list of all the materials you need. In addition to trim, you also need to order adhesives, caulk, and fasteners. To save yourself the hassle of making many trips to the hardware store, buy everything you need at one time.
Gather the materials
Gather all the materials you have purchased in a work area. As you assemble them, check if you have everything you need. If you notice that you forgot to get something you need, you should buy it right away.
prefinished
Sometimes it can be quite essential to pre-finish your crown molding. Pre-finishing is a great idea, especially in cases where you intend to use brightly colored paints in your installation process.
provision
Draw a distinct solid line around the room where you would install it. The distance between this line and the ceiling will be the height of the ceiling.
This line must be straight. Then draw another line on your roof to mark the overhang. Use these two lines to mark the ceiling joists and wall studs.
start installing
Start the installation process from the least noticeable corners. Wood moldings are generally overlapped at straight joints and trimmed at inside corners.
However, this is not the case in polyurethane molding. When installing this type of trim, miter the inside and outside corners; and uses straight butt joints.
You must cut the crown molding when it is face down. Dry fit each piece of trim before applying adhesive. You can use finishing nails to attach the trim.
wrap
When you have installed the crown molding, allow the adhesive to dry for about 24 hours. You can finish your project by filling all the holes, caulking the bottom and top, and painting it. Then proudly display your work to your friends and family!