For those considering, or just getting started with a remodeling project, we thought it would be a good idea to briefly walk through the options for baseboard wood molding and what it’s used for.

To get started, lets look at the various options and concepts:

Baseboards & Base caps:

To get a nice, finished look to the bottom of your wall – the area closest to the floor – you need to consider several things and that starts with the baseboard. When choosing your baseboards you need to choose the wood type, the style and you need to choose the height.

At Rino’s Woodworking we offer many wood types and styles of baseboard to choose from but there are reasons for making certain choices. First, the wood type should match the other wood in your home if possible. Choosing a matching stain is another important task. Next, you’ll want to determine the appropriate height of the baseboard. Normally you’ll choose a larger height if you have high ceilings in a room. You may also choose a baseboard height that is thicker to achieve a higher end look – but you shouldn’t go overboard. Plan to keep your baseboard height in sync with the overall scale and height of your room. One of the most popular sizes used in the United States for baseboard height is 9/16 x 3-3/4 so this is a good place to start when choosing the appropriate baseboard height.

Depending on your budget you may option to choose a baseboard height that is a little higher than the average to add a more higher quality look to your room. You’ll be surprises as to how a thicker baseboard can enrich the overall feeling of a room. Again, don’t go overboard and keep it reasonable based on the size of the room. (more…)