Decorative Crown Molding

By Author: Sadie King
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Moldings in a home used to be seen in predominately Victorian style or era homes and in the great southern mansions during the time of the Civil War. Moldings are a beautiful way to dress up different areas of your home and can really add the finishing touch to any room. There are so many different ones to choose from but some are more commonly known than others.

Crown Molding is one of the most commonly known moldings on the market today. Crown molding is distinguished as a highly decorative thicker molding that can be one solid piece of several pieces glued or affixed together to add more decorative details to the room. Crown moldings are generally used at the top of kitchen cabinets, and around the tops of different rooms. Crown moldings can also be added to existing furniture pieces, such as armoires to give them a higher end look.

Many homeowners are understandably nervous when it comes to cutting and installing their own crown molding. The important thing to know is how to cut the molding at the correct angle. There are cutting tools available in most home improvement or hardware stores that will allow ...
... even a novice to do the job themselves.

Another type of molding that is seeing a return to the present day is the use of ceiling medallions. Ceiling medallions come in different styles, designs and widths and are used on the ceiling around the opening for the light, before the light gets installed. This is a decorative way to pretty up a room, such as a little girl's bedroom, a dining room or another room that will be very decorative. Ceiling medallions are a very cost effective way to add detail and character to any room, as they can be purchased relatively cheaply, but look very expensive.

Decorative Corbels are another item that any homeowner may wish to install. Decorative corbels are a way to add a more elaborate look to the corners of the room or at the entrance to a room in the door's archway. These pieces are usually very ornate, with a lot of millwork completed and are very Victorian looking, although it is possible to purchase ones that are simpler in detail. They are usually sold as a single item and are relatively in expensive to purchase. Corbels are easy to install and practically any homeowner can do the job themselves.

Decorative moldings are the way to put your own personal spin on just about any room in your home. Moldings, medallions and corbels pretty up a room and tell the world that this is your home, your style. There are so many different designs, widths and details on moldings that one can literally look at them for days. Consider putting up some moldings in different rooms of your home to make it your own personal space, one that no other individual will have. Take the time to learn how to cut moldings and you will be able to install them yourself in no time.

Crown Molding is an important part of kitchen decorationg as are Decorative Corbels