Crown moulding, baseboards, and other types of moulding can significantly enhance the appeal of every room in your home. While installing moulding may seem like a simple task, there are several mistakes that can be made during the process. As a leading provider of quality moulding products, the team at Country Lumber knows how detrimental any mistake can be during cutting, installation, or the finishing touches. That is why we have compiled a list of mistakes to avoid when installing moulding to help make your project as seamless as possible.
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4 Common Moulding Installation Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When installing moulding throughout your home, it is crucial to be aware of the following mistakes and understand how to avoid them:
1. Getting Paint on the Wall
While most people attempt to paint their trim or crown moulding after they have been installed, this drastically increases the risk of getting paint on your walls. To ensure a high-quality finish for your moulding while reducing the risk of paint on your walls, consider painting your mouldings and letting them dry before installing them. While this may delay installation slightly, it is well worth your time as painting your moulding after it is installed will take more time and require more masking.
2. Not Smoothing Out the Edges
Whenever you cut a piece of moulding down to size, it is important to ensure that the edges are completely smooth since every piece of moulding needs to meet with another in the corner of the wall. Taking the time to sand the edges of each piece of trim will help to ensure that every edge matches up perfectly, increasing the quality and appeal of the finished product.
3. Using the Wrong Tools
The tools you use for cutting and installing moulding will have a substantial impact on the amount of labour required and the quality of the finish. While you could use a small power saw to cut moulding and a hammer to install it, this will require more labour while increasing the chance of causing damage to each piece. To ensure optimal results, it is strongly recommended to use a compound mitre saw to cut each piece of moulding and a nail gun to install them.
4. Not Hiding Nail Holes or Joints
While you may be tempted to leave nail holes and joints exposed due to their size, these imperfections will stick out more than you may think. Cover nail holes with wood filler and fill the gaps between each piece of moulding with putty or another type of joint compound. Once dry, sand off any excess material and carefully paint over them for a seamless and high-quality finish.
To learn more about our selection of moulding products or to discuss the details of your project, get in touch with the team at Country Lumber. We can be reached through our online contact form and will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our products.