Here’s How to Enhance a Room with Moulding

Types of Mouldings and Their Uses

Moulding comes in a variety of types, each with its own function and style. Discover how the popular types below can beautify your home.

Crown Moulding

Crown moulding is installed where the ceiling and wall meet. It softens the transition between the two and creates a dramatic effect. As a general rule, the larger and taller the room, the wider the crown moulding should be. This moulding comes in a choice of simple or intricate styles. You’ll often see crown moulding referred to as a cornice.

Baseboard Moulding

Baseboard moulding is applied where the floor and wall meet. Its purpose is to hide imperfections and protect the walls from kicks, bumps and cleaning devices. Choose from simple or ornate styles.

Casing

Casing is used to encase the area around doors or windows where the frame meets the drywall. Standard in most homes, it serves both a functional and aesthetic purpose.

DESIGN TIP: Door moulding and window moulding should match or complement each other.