All About Moldings: Knowing Your (Crown Molding) Materials
By Tloop
Installing decorative crown molding in your home can feel like a daunting endeavor, but if you have the right materials and tools, your DIY installation should be easy and aesthetically attractive. Having a proper understanding of the different types materials that they are made of will make for a smooth installation process. Wood crown moldings, polyurethane moldings, and foam, or flexible crown moldings are all made of various materials that require certain installation procedures.
Wooden Crown Molding: When installing this type of molding, be sure that you have wood putty, caulk, and nails. Using caulk intended for use with wooden materials is crucial for wood crown molding installation. This will ensure that your crown molding will remain securely fastened to the wall after its initial application. Since installing wooden crown moldings will require cutting through wood to fit the molding to the length of the wall, be sure that you have a miter saw, a level, and a tape measure to accurately cut wood moldings to size the first time around.
