How Do You Pick Crown Molding For An Attic Conversion?
One thing that you can do in pursuing a total attic conversion is to install crown molding, a fashionable kind of trim for where a wall meets a ceiling. The thing to look for in attic conversions is how and where you can use crown molding, since by definition an attic tends to have irregular and gabled ceiling structures. Here’s how to pick crown molding for an attic conversion. Figure out what size you want. The common rule of thumb is 1 inch of molding for each foot of wall height. Often, this is used as a maximum ratio. You can also eye up your wall to see what size molding would look good on it. Decide on materials. Lots of crown molding is a fine wood product, but some crown molding is plaster or other similar materials. If choosing wood, find woods soft enough to be malleable for installation but hard enough to provide a classy, durable molding. Find molding that will stand the test of time. In an attic, crown molding is particularly susceptible to the elements. You may want to c
