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What is back band moulding used for?
Backband moldings are used in conjunction with Casing or Baseboard to create a wide variety of trim options for windows and doors.
What is casing moulding?
What is casing? Quite simply, it’s a moulding profile which frames (or trims) a door or window. Casing is functional as well as decorative. The main purpose of casing is to surround all doors and windows, covering any space or gap left between the drywall and frame.
What is colonial casing?
Colonial casing is always a top choice, but the others have gained in popularity recently. And Ranch casing is the most basic. It’s a plain profile, featuring only a slight curve to the design. Some profiles, such as Colonial and Ranch, have matching base moulding which fit where a wall meets the floor.
What is difference between casing and baseboard?
Casings and baseboards are both used as transitional pieces to conceal gaps at joints with wall surfaces. The main difference is that casings are used at window and door openings, while baseboards are used at the junction with the floor. There are also differences in the size between casings and baseboards.
What looks better quarter round or shoe molding?
If you’re looking for a moulding style that’s distinctly curved and pronounced, then quarter round moulding from Metrie is the style for you. If you’re looking for a sophisticated yet subtle moulding, then Metrie shoe moulding might be precisely what you’re looking for.
What’s the difference between shoe mold and quarter round?
Shoe molding is much the same as quarter round, having the same 90° angle on the backside but instead of being a perfect quarter radius, its profile is a bit more squat. The main use for shoe molding is to run along the intersection of the baseboard and floor.
Whats the difference between moulding and casing?
Quite simply, it’s a moulding profile which frames (or trims) a door or window. Casing is functional as well as decorative. The main purpose of casing is to surround all doors and windows, covering any space or gap left between the drywall and frame.
What kind of Moulding do you use for wainscoting?
The type of material used for wainscoting can be wood paneling, cope and stick panels, overlapping boards or applied moldings. Wainscoting can be as elegant and formal as a raised panel, or a simple as a flat panel with a chair rail. A chair rail is a horizontal molding attached to the wall above the wainscoting.
What is backband trim and how is it installed?
Backband trim is usually installed along with baseboard or door and window casing. By combining backband with other mouldings, you can create a fully customized look. It’s easy to install backband onto existing trim if you want to update the look of an entryway or room without entirely redoing the mouldings.
What can I do with a back band?
A Back Band can be used in conjunction with casing or baseboard to create a wide variety of trim options for windows and doors.
What is the width of a hardwood back band?
Hardwood Back Bands Moulding Type Profile Thickness (inches) Width (inches) Wood Back Band MV401 1 1/8 1 1/16 Wood Back Band MV402 1 3/4 Wood Back Band MV403 1 1/2 13/16 Wood Back Band MV404 1 15/16 1
Are your back bands made from real wood?
Our wood back band is always made from a top quality hardwood. All back bands are real wood. We only use FAS and Select grade lumber!