A few tips on how to install mouldings
Decorating open areas
Decorating an open area in the home isn’t always easy. In fact, harmonizing the diffe- rent zones can be quite a challenge. Here are a few tips to get you started. CHOOSE YOUR STYLE First of all, choose a style that will be used throughout this open area. Do you prefer a contemporary, traditional, or country look? If you decide to create an eclectic look by using
caution, or the space will end up looking like a mishmash of disparate objects. CREATE ZONES Decide how you want to use your open area and create activity zones by grouping furni- ture according to its use. Define the zones by creating visual separations with elements such as rugs, plants, a table, or a sofa. Deco- rative elements, such as woodwork or mould- ings, can also help define a space. DECIDE ON A COLOUR SCHEME Colour is an important element in any open area, as it unifies disparate ele- ments to form a whole. Create a sense of harmony by using different tones of one colour. It goes without saying that this colour has to blend well with the furniture and the flooring. USE ONE TYPE OF FLOOR COVERING The flooring has to be chosen with care when decorating an open area. Ideally, only one type of covering should be used — wood is always an excellent choice. At floor level, area rugs can be used to define or separate the different zones.
Mouldings are worth their weight in gold when it comes to enhancing your home’s décor. However, installing them can cause a few headaches for those who take up the challenge without being properly prepared.
the blade of your mitre saw has at least 40 teeth; that is the minimum for obtaining a clean cut. And always measure twice before cutting, whether it’s a straight or angled cut. If cut too long, a moulding can be recut, but if it’s too short, you’re out of luck.
For this project to be a success, three ele- ments are vital: a few basic tools, a meticu- lous nature, and a good dose of patience. The first step consists of measuring the room to determine the num-
Leave wood mouldings in the room for several days before installing them so they can acclimate to the ambient tempe- rature and humidity levels.
Ideally, mouldings should be painted or stained before being installed. Use 38-mm finishing nails; any longer than that and they may come into contact with electri-
ber of mouldings required. When shopping for them, choose mouldings longer than your wall, as it is preferable to cut a moulding too long rather than having lots of joints. The fewer joints there are, the more beautiful the end result. Before cutting any moulding, make sure that
cal wires. Experts recommend drilling nail holes in the mouldings before installation so they won’t crack when nailed to the wall. Once the installation is completed, use a nail punch to push the nails deeper into the moulding, then apply wood filler and make any necessary touch-ups to the paint.
Your building products retailer is sure to be able to answer any questions you may have about mouldings and how to install them.
a mix of styles, you might be setting yourself up for a complicated task; a blend of styles has to be carefully thought out and executed with
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