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Wood molding can be used in many different ways.

One of the most versatile items to consider in your interior design effort is wood molding.There are literally hundreds of different types of molding in addition to the tons of uses for them.

Adding it to your decor also increases the perceived value of the home.  Why?  Because molding is something that was added purely for esthetics and not as a necessity.  Savvy real estate agents know that when a potential buyer spots molding in the home the usually exhibit positive buy signs.

Wood Molding Could be used plenty of ways.

Trim for the Door.  Set your home apart by deviating from plain old mitered edges.Adding blocks on the corners will give a good look to a doorway that would usually look plain.plus, instead of one door trim, try to add an additional decor molding for another look.

Baseboards need to be sturdy.Protecting the wall is the reason for having baseboards.  There are different synthetic materials you can get such as vinyl but nothing takes the place of solid wood. 

A base shoe molding added to the baseboard provides additional transitioning from the flooring material to the baseboard.

Try dressing up your window casings.Windows are usually finished off with a plain trim and mitered edges, just like doors.Youre sure to please the eye by adding blocks and trim to match the doorways.

Is your kitchen eating area or dining room a bit cramped up?  If so, think about installing a chair rail.  Just as the name implies, chair rails are designed to prevent damage to the walls.  If the room for your table and chairs is somewhat cramped, sliding the chair back to get up from the table can create unsightly nicks, dents, scratches and sometimes even knock out the drywall.Provide a stop that prevents damages to the walls by installing a chair rail at the height of the backs of your chairs.   Chair rail material is easily spruced up with a new coat of paint and is much easier to maintain then repairing and replacing drywall or other expensive finishes.

One of the best uses for wood molding is crown molding.Just like the name says, crown molding gives the room a criown look.  Placed at the top of the wall as a transition to the ceiling, wood crown molding is one of the best ways to add value and beauty to any room.

Wood molding can also be used as handrails in your stairwell creating beauty and safety to your stairs. 

Another use for wood molding is as a top to wainscoting giving a “finished” look to any wall where you have opted to use wainscoting as a design option.

Another decorating tip is to use plain molding as a “frame” on a wall.   The frame can act as a design element by adding a contrasting paint, wallpaper or finish to the area inside of the molding frame.  This is a great way display your favorite art or other personal items such as a collection of sorts mounted to a backboard of simple, finished wood.

You could surely make the most of molding in your home with a little imagination!

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