How can you decorate your house using moulding and millwork?

Answer 1

There are a lot of ways to use decorative molding to create interesting architectural features - like adding layered molding to create an interesting crown molding look. You can cut and make picture frames, trim the edges of tables, add thinner trim to cabinet doors to give them a custom look. You can create large rectangle shapes on a wall, paint them the same color as the wall to add texture and interest, or fill in the shapes with wallpaper. Tack trim wood to walls in abstract geometric patterns, or create a chevron pattern on a focal wall. Build a simple box the shape, size and height of a coffee or end table, then get an assortment of different trim styles and cover the sides of the box by stacking the pieces. Stain it all one color or stain every different molding style a different shade. Put a piece of glass on the top and you will have created a cool conversational piece.

Now you've got me thinking that these would be some fun projects. Thanks!