An Introduction to Decorative Molding in Your Home
Decorative molding includes all of the kinds of trim used in a home. It can serve a purely decorative function, or it can also be used to hide any unfinished edges of a wall. Moldings can be made of wood-most usually of pine or oak-or, as is used frequently today, polyurethane. Polyurethane is a lightweight, long-lasting, durable alternative to wood. Molding can also be painted or stained.
This article provides a brief description of the types of decorative trim available as well as information available to guide you in your use of decorative molding in your home.
