The Citizen, 2008-05-08, Page 15THE CITIZEN. THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2008. PAGE 15.Create character with hardwood mouldings
(MS) - Looking for a way to add
sparkle and impact to a modest
home?
Some experts suggest a fresh coat
of paint, while others recommend a
new floor. Unfortunately, even a
change of colour or flooring won’t
make a yawn-inducing interior come
to life. To create character and
distinction in an ordinary room,
consider adding some structural
detail with solid hardwood
mouldings and trim.
Hardwood mouldings lend star
quality to any room. By creating
contours and contrast, bold lines and
fine detailing, moulding and
millwork lend substance and
distinction to an otherwise ordinary
room, adding the architectural punch
that many modern homes are
lacking. Years ago, architects and
homebuilders used substantial
architectural ornamentation to make
a home unique and to reflect the
wealth and taste of its owners.
Crown mouldings, wainscoting,
chair rails, and wall and window
framing made from hardwoods lent
substance, character and beauty to a
home’s interior.
By contrast, today’s cost-effective
building practices have left little
room for this kind of distinction in
modern homes, says master
carpenter Matt Garnett.
A single application of crown
moulding yields astonishing results.
It softens the transition between
ceiling and wall, and sets the tone
for more of an elegant feel in the
room. It works well in all kinds of
homes, from a multi-million dollar
home to a three-bedroom
townhouse.
Installing hardwood crown
mouldings in an average room can
cost an additional $300 to $500,
depending on the wood. But when
considering resale value the extra
measure of character and elegance in
a well-trimmed home is a real
advantage in a competitive market.
GO WIDE
If you want impressive results
with your moulding, here’s a
suggestion: Go wide. Once you
decide to add baseboard or crown
moulding to a room, make sure it’s
not so narrow that it disappears into
a corner. “Three to four-inch tall
baseboard might not catch anyone’s
eye, but moving up to a six-or eight-
inch size will bring on a WOW!”
says remodeling expert and
syndicated columnist Bill LaHay.
It’s not just the mouldings and
trim, but how you design and use it
that can bring costs down to size.
Layering small crown and
decorative mouldings onto a flat
board can be an impressive
alternative to a single, wide crown
moulding. “If the goal is more
texture, depth and accents for your
walls, using multiple smaller
mouldings can be the better route - if
they’re combined well,” suggests
LaHay.
Or think beyond crown and
baseboard mouldings to door and
window casings, chair rails, picture
rails, and wainscoting to add instant
stature and definition.
Crowning glory
Conventional office space is transformed into a classic
meeting room with custom hardwood mouldings. (Photo
courtesy of White River Hardwoods)
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animals to have in and around your
yard. They are instrumental in
controlling insect populations and
can be colourful and pleasant-
sounding companions.
Providing tasty treats year-round
is essential to cultivating a lasting
relationship with neighborhood
birds. Also, by varying the type of
foods offered, you may also attract
migrating birds to your yard, making
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The cold-weather season is a time
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