It really looks stupid when you can see both the upside down and correctly installed molding. Do you have pictures of the cove up and cove down to compare? There is only one way to install crown or bed molding and it hankers back to classical Greek architecture. The cove or concave side is always down, the convex or rounded side is up. I just purchased simple crown molding from Lowes, and if it is installed so the longer dimension goes down the wall, the upper curve is concave, not convex.
The proper way to install crown moulding is the simpler part of the profile faces up towards the ceiling. The easy way to remember is that it is installed the reverse of base moulding. You would not install your base moulding upside down.
But many people are happy with either way. The way I learned, is to put the detailed edge down. Wrong way Having the cove towards the ceiling or the wall are both common profiles these days.
So, I am thinking of putting up crown molding over a bad tape job in my family room. Examine several different style of crown molding at a home improvement store and note how they tend to follow these general stylistic guidelines. Kathy Adams is an award-winning journalist and freelance writer who traveled the world handling numerous duties for music artists.
She enjoys exploring foreign locales and hiking off the beaten path stateside, snapping pics of wildlife and nature instead of selfies. Instead, focus on the depth of the waves or grooves.
The deeper grooves should be on the bottom, while the shallower grooves should be on the top. Hiring a professional will usually save time and eliminate your chance of error. If the room you plan to decorate has rounded walls, hiring a professional is probably the better call. Depending on what kind of material your molding is made of, the process itself can involve some heavy lifting.
Certain plaster and wood molds tend to weigh more than a simple one-piece crown. If you are working with heavy material, hiring a professional will ensure that the job gets done safely without injury. It is important to consider pricing, as well. Pricing primarily depends on the type of molding you select and how much space you plan to cover but, hiring a professional will inevitably contribute to the bill. If you pay close attention to detail and feel confident in your ability to cut and measure, installing your own crown molding is probably a project you can handle.
With a wide range of materials to choose from, it can be difficult knowing which one is most suitable to your home. There are a number of factors to consider:. Depending on whether you are hiring a professional or tackling the job yourself, you may want to opt for lighter or more flexible material. Materials such as polyurethane foam, for example, are ideal for a person with minimal crown molding experience.
If you already have a fireplace that has been framed with crown molding, it might be best to choose the same material and design for the doorway or ceiling. This will help the room look more elegant and uniform. Do you prefer simple designs, or more intricate patterns? Some materials, such as plaster, are better for sharp detail. Name required.
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