Architraves
Architraves are the mouldings that go around doorways, windows and other openings in walls.
Architraves are the mouldings that appear around doors and windows.
What...
Skirting boards
Skirting boards, also known as kick boards and baseboards, are the mouldings that run along the bottom of walls.
What is a skirting board?
A...
Types of mouldings
Mouldings offer many ways to decorate and finish walls and ceilings. Common types of mouldings include skirting boards, cornices, architraves and dado rails.
Interior moulding...
Cornices
Cornices are the mouldings that sit where walls meet ceilings. They are often ornate and decorative.
What is a cornice?
A cornice is a type of...
Dado rails
Dado rails and chair rails run horizontally around the wall. In a modern context, dado rails are mostly a cosmetic type of moulding.
What is...
Other decorative mouldings
There are a range of other decorative mouldings available, including mouldings to enhance fireplaces and similar fixtures.
Mouldings can be used to add ornate finishes...
Wall and floor materials in showers
The types walls and floors in your shower will affect how much maintenance it needs, how long it lasts and how safe it is.
The...