Easy to Install Crown Molding

Easy to install crown molding used to mean paying a lot of money to have someone do it for you. With the special angles and mitered corners, crown molding has been a project for the professional until now. Several companies have developed tools, materials, methods, and kits to make crown molding an easy home improvement project for almost anyone.

If you are not a purist, then the faux wood crown moldings may be just what you are looking for. Some of these products are so simple they are merely peel and stick! The corners are cut precisely, and any trimming that needs to be done can be done with scissors or a utility knife. An added benefit to the faux wood moldings is that they tend to be much less expensive than wood.

The material used is usually a plastic or foam-based product that can be primed and painted with water-based paints. It can also be stained to look like real wood with water-based gel stains. The material is so lightweight is can often be installed by only one person.

Many times the manufacturer will specify the adhesive that you should use. If not, there are several adhesives to choose from:

• Dap Paneling and Foam Adhesive is low in volatile organic compounds.
• Liquid Nails Heavy Duty holds the most securely.
• Power Grab Construction Adhesive holds well but dries slowly.

If you have textured ceilings (also called popcorn ceilings) you will need to scrape off the texture where the easy to install crown molding will go. The adhesives will not adhere properly to texture and it may cause your moldings to fall off.

Once the crown molding is up you will probably want to caulk around it to seal any gaps. This will help give it that professional, finished look that makes a project look outstanding and not just average.

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Real wood moldings are harder to install because they are heavy and require precision in measuring and cutting. It can be done but it will take patience and attention to detail. The weight of the moldings will require that at least two people do the installation.

There are tools and methods that make even the installation of wood moldings easier than ever before.

• A crown molding compound miter jig makes cutting crown moldings easier.
• Compound miter charts help with the cutting for corners.
• Easy Coper can be used for inside corners.
• Rockler has some other great tips for measuring angles and cutting crown moldings.

1. Paint the walls, ceiling, and the molding before installation.
2. Make a rough sketch of your room.
3. Measure the room and make note of the measurements on the sketch. It is a good idea to measure twice.
4. Make note of the number of inside and outside corners.
5. Test fit each piece before nailing or using adhesive.
6. Counter–sink the nails.
7. Fill nail holes with putty and touch up.
8. Place joints carefully. Try to keep them in the least-noticeable places. Avoid putting joints in focal areas.

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• Using trim nails

Crown molding is a beautiful and elegant way to change the look of your home. Consider the various options and your experience carefully before you decide which type of molding to install. Choose the best materials for you and any type of crown molding can be easy to install crown molding.

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