Dramatic Room Change with Crown Molding

One way to make a dramatic difference in a room is to use crown molding. There are many types of crown molding and it is made in a variety of materials. You could think of crown molding as a “baseboard for the ceiling” but it does much more than a baseboard because it is intended to draw attention. Crown molding can extend into the ceiling area nearly two feet so it makes a large room seem even larger by its scale. It can also be nearly unnoticed, a simple way to separate the ceiling from the wall area with neat, straight lines. This is something that can’t be had any other way when you have uneven walls or ceilings, or corners that aren’t square any more due to paint buildup.

Crown Molding for Distinctive Decorating

Urethane Crown Molding

To get the appearance of real plaster you could look at Urethane crown molding. This is a newer material, lightweight and somewhat flexible which makes it easier to fit into custom configurations. It has some of the qualities of wood – it is ready to paint, can be nailed in place and it is fairly easy to cut to fit. Unlike wood, you never need worry about insect damage.

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Choosing the Right Material for Your Crown Molding

Crown Molding can be made of wood, plaster, styrofoam, PVC, metal or urethane. Each material has distinct qualities and applications. Plaster is not one of the materials you can readily add to a room, it is hand worked by craftsmen and artisans who specialize in that type of work, and it is quite expensive.

Traditional styles in wood are also available with some astonishing paint techniques that mimic metal at a fraction of the price. Poplar is a favored lightweight type of wood that is a good choice where you want to use wood moldings.

For the DIY fans there is styrofoam that is ultra lightweight, easy to cut, and glues up with water-based adhesives for a simple fast way to have the look of crown molding at an economical cost.

These are a few of the several types of crown molding that are on the market today. You can read more about choosing the materials that suit your own rooms best near the bottom of this page. Think about how it can change the look in your home or business. Restaurants in particular can benefit from the classic look of crown molding to give the appearance of higher ceilings and a more open feeling to a crowded space. Many more styles are available at Decorative Ceiling Tiles, visit the store to see them all, it’s online!