Crown molding is an ornamental accent piece which is installed at the top of the wall where it joins the ceiling. It can give the room a more stylish and sophisticated look. A straightforward to install alternative option to standard wood crown molding is foam crown molding. Not only does plastic crown molding go in simply it’s also much more affordable than crown molding made from wood.
Styrofoam crown molding can be installed by most householders without the use of tons of talents and tools. You will need some basic things to install crown molding including a tape measure, latex paint, paintbrush, adhesive, and caulk. It also helps to have a pull saw and sander.
Begin the project by measuring the length of all of the walls where you may install the crown molding. Ensure you do not forget to include the inside and outside corners. It is better to paint the crown molding before you install it. Use whatever high quality latex paint will work best for your house. After the paint is dry you’ll need to cut the sides on a 45 degree angle. Test the 2 pieces where they meet in the corner to make certain they fit well.
Next you will need to apply adhesive to the back of the foam crown molding. Start using the crown molding to the walls in a corner and then along the rest of the wall. Watch the piece for the first 20 mins or so until the adhesive is set. Continue applying all of the pieces along the perimeter of the room. Once you have installed all the mandatory pieces you will want to place a single bead of caulk along the perimeters of the molding. Ensure that you wipe away any excess caulk employing a damp material. One the caulk is dry you can sand the edges smooth and touch up any areas paint that need it.