Crown molding is a decorative accent piece which is installed at the apex of the wall where it joins the ceiling. It can give the room a more classy and sophisticated look. A straightforward to install alternative choice to conventional wood crown molding is styrofoam crown molding. Not only does styrofoam crown molding go in easily it’s also much cheaper than crown molding made of wood.

Styrofoam crown molding can be installed by most homeowners without the use of tons of talents and tools. You will need some elementary things in order 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 will install the crown molding. Make sure you do not forget to include the inside and outside corners. It is easier to paint the crown molding before you install it. Use whatever prime quality latex paint will work best for your house. After the paint is dry you’ll need to cut the perimeters on a 45 degree angle. Test the two pieces where they meet in the corner to be certain they fit well.

Next you’ll need to apply adhesive to the back of the foam crown molding. Start trying the crown molding to the walls in a corner and then along the remainder of the wall. Watch the piece for the first 20 mins or so till the adhesive is set. Continue applying all the pieces along the fringe of the room. When you have installed all of the mandatory pieces you will wish to place a single bead of caulk along the edges of the molding. Ensure that you wipe away any excess caulk using a damp cloth. One the caulk is dry you can sand the edges smooth and touch up any areas paint that need it.

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