Unique Crown Molding Solutions

Published: 09/27/2019 02:15:00 PM

If you want to take a room to the next level, crown molding is great way to start. Crown moldings bring about an instant architectural character. It's an inexpensive change that completely transforms a room.

If you're a little more adventurous, you can combine multiple profiles together to create a more intricate look than you would get with a single molding. For the ultimate in distinction, paint the crown molding a color contrasting the wall. Contrasting colors are effective with lower ceiling to give dimension from walls to ceiling.

Along with choosing between plain or ornate, the general rule of thumb is that the higher the ceilings, the thicker the profile. Oversized molding feels proportionate in a high ceiling room.

Another easy and creative use for decorative crown molding is for frames on walls and ceilings. These come as kits or you can combine with other kinds of trim to create your own unique paneled effect.

Other Creative Crown Molding Uses

Have you ever thought about adding a custom shelf to your bathroom wall (or any other wall)? If you are a do it your self-person with some basic carpentry skills this project is relatively simple and gives a very rich look to any space. To keep this as simple as possible, use an already fabricated bookshelf, which you only need to paint or stain before installing.

With all of the electronic wiring required in today's homes, hollow crown molding is a stylish and graceful way to conceal wires without ripping out wallboard. Another use is in older homes with built in valances that have seen better days. Instead of the expense and mess of removing outdated valances, these can be recovered with something more suitable to your sense of taste.

Flexible crown molding provides the answer you need for architectural feature involving curves and many other custom and original solutions.

Crown moldings are more popular than ever. The wide variety provides endless uses, from providing detail to a handmade piece of furniture to creating eye-catching accessories on your walls. For further information or to shop our online store please visit www.CrownMoldings.net or contact Classic Ceilings at 800.992.8700 with any questions.