To get a good fit at molding joints in inside corners, an ingenious technique called coping can be used. A finished coped joint appears to be a perfect miter, in which the ends of two mating pieces of ...

If you've ever installed molding, you know that one of the trickiest tasks is coping the joints. You'll need to use a special tool, called a coping saw, to ensure a snug fit in corners. The thin blade ...

Q: Is there a standard height for base molding? And do you have any tips for installation on a new floor? A: You want to ...

Dear James: I like the look of crown molding for my dining room, but I am having trouble getting the corner cut for a good fit. If you already installed the door and baseboard moldings, you probably ...

Wood trim is supposed to provide a finishing touch to a room. But it doesn’t always work out so neatly. And if you’ve ever tried to install trim and been frustrated by a poor fit where two pieces meet ...

Dear Matt: Adding crown molding is the finishing touch to make any room look truly elegant. As you have found, it is not easy to fit the corners properly. I have done remodeling in many homes where ...

When I left you last week, my grandson had turned into a prune and I had to get him out of the tub and I had hit my word limit, so I will continue the procedures for crown molding. There are two ...

You’ll want to start by measuring the walls of the room and determining how much molding you’ll need to buy. (Be sure to buy extra, just in case you make the wrong cut. Many stores will let you return ...