Profiles for Custom Trim Molding
Also see:This page contains profile pictures for various moldings used to build combination trim like these custom crown moldings, chair rails, case moldings and to create this custom–built crown molding project. These moldings are usually available in different sizes to suit most situations.
Rake Molding
These small pieces of molding, sometimes called solid crown, can be used to trim around the tops of walls in a room with a low ceiling. They are also commonly used to trim the edge of combination molding profiles for a smooth transition to a wall or ceiling.
Base Cap Accent Molding
Base cap is used to finish the top of a baseboard but these can also be used to finish combo–molding edges or to transition from one level of a profile to another as with this custom–built crown molding idea.
Panel Molding
These moldings are normally used to build decorative wainscot and frames on high walls and ceilings. These also make good components when building combination trim moldings for crown, chair rail and cases.
Backer Board Molding
These backer board moldings and baseboards can be used to create custom chair rails and as a foundation for these elaborate crown profiles as well as for building this custom crown molding project.
Reed and Flute Moldings
Reed moldings are frequently used to build elaborate chair rails and door cases. The fluted profile is a staple when building Neoclassical style case moldings. Also try stacking a reed profile with one of the backer boards above, for a quick custom chair rail molding.
Brick Mould
These moldings are normally used to trim around door and window frames on the exterior of a building. They can also be used to enhance the effect of wide crown moldings and add dimension to the trim profile.
Back Band Molding
These moldings are commonly used to trim the square edge of a surfaced board or a simple baseboard molding to create a wide trim similar to those used in Victorian architecture. This works well to create wide crown molding profiles as well.
Stop Bead Molding
Stop bead moldings are used to stop a swinging door or to keep a window sash aligned. These can also be used in combination with other small molding pieces to simulate larger, elaborate trim profiles.
Dentil Molding
These moldings can be installed under standard crown profiles to create traditional dentil crown moldings. Also try stacking dentil molding under a back band, cove, base cap or other small molding to decorate door and window cases or chair rails.
