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Why do I get cracks where my trim (skirting boards, window frames, door frames, Architraves, etc.) meets my walls?

April 26, 2017architraves CRACKS door frames skirting trim walls window

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Why do I get cracks where my trim (skirting boards, window frames, door frames, Architraves, etc.) meets my walls?

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myron parker Posted

Using a flexible decorative chaulk is a good option to stick the skirting boards with walls. You can use a damp sponge to give a smooth finish and remove off the excess. You can then get it painted for a better finish.

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Again, settling and substrate movement cause this cracking and separation between a wall and the attached trim. As discussed earlier, using an enamel based paint will also show these cracks as this movement takes place and the coating breaks. Application of a generous bead of a flexible, acrylic caulk in the void between the wall and trim board before painting will allow for some of this movement to be absorbed. Also, by using acrylic coatings on this area, more flexibility will be allowed as settling and shifting occurs.