From picture frame molding to paneling, millwork can completely transform a space.
As a small detail that makes a big difference, wall molding deserves a revisit.
It is a punch in of decorative millwork that is used to enhance a room’s design.
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Common types include chair rails, picture rails, wainscoting, beadboard, board-and-batten, and picture frame molding.
No matter what room in your home, there are endless possibilities with something sure to suit your space.
Playing into the classic feel, a snug seating arrangement is anchored with antique furniture.
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Here, artist Eleanor Scott Davis used the waist-height trim to direct the gallery wall.
Pack a Punch
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Farrow & Ball Stone Blue No.
86brings cheer to the simple beadboard wainscoting in this snug bathroom.
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A simple wood table and chairs ensures a balanced contrast.
Detailed wainscoting sets the tone while traditional trim, a modern chandelier, and statement-making art completes the look.
Cozy Up with Cottage Style
Dial up the cottage style with board-and-batten-style molding.
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This simple method adds depth and detail throughout a room without feeling too ornate for small and casual spaces.
It’s also ideal when using a singular paint color.
A coat ofFarrow & Balls Manor House Gray No.
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265in semi-gloss on the molding adds warmth without making the space feel too dark.
Lighten Up Wood Paneling
Use painted wall molding to lighten up wood paneled spaces.
Painting the wall molding withSherwin-Williams Barely Pear (SW-9666) in high gloss provides a subtle contrast.
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Here, artist Dorothy Shain Henderson splashed the nursery walls inFarrow & Balls Pink Ground No.
Architect Christy Blumenfeld paired it with a Phillip Jeffries textured wallpaper.
Use it to Break Up Pattern
Want to go all out with wallpaper without it being overpowering?
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The same concept applies to any wall covering or paint color.
Give Small Spaces Room to Breathe
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Want wallpaper but hesitant to go all-out?
Bring balance to busy patterns by pairing them with a solid colored, tall wainscoting.
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Here, the deep blue hue plays off the lighter tones of the wall covering.
Bonus: The small ledge of each plank gives just enough room for displaying tiny treasures.
A thin strip of molding at each joint helps the transition to the vaulted ceiling and carpeted floor.
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The same concept can be done with paint to bring in a hint of color.
Celebrate the Details
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Casing molding on windows and doors can add ample character.
Add in Unexpected Places
The impressive millwork of this living room gives it an old-house charm.
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For an extra elevated look add molding in less expected places, like the ceiling beams and wall joints.
Frame Your Artwork
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Get creative with your wall space.
Double Up on the Trim
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Think beyond the necessary casing surrounding a window.
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Here, extra molding beneath each creates a picture frame-like detailing and plays into the shiplap walls.
Here, intricate crown molding adds awe.
18)on the trim injects a shot of personality into the otherwise neutral space.
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“When William and I started dating, we decided to buy a work of art together every year. It didn’t have to be fancy, just something that we both loved,” says Dorothy Shain Henderson.Credit:JAMES RANSOM
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While the couple chose to brighten much of the homeâs original wood paneling with paint, they kept it as it was in Jodahâs study.Credit:Alison Gootee
The primary bedroom, where a canopied bed is the focal point.Credit:Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller
