When you want your home to be its best, and you’re thinking about molding and baseboards, the details that will stand out can make a big difference.
Let’s look at materials, for example. The three main materials that are used are quality hardwoods, Multi Density Fiber, or MDF, and lastly, PVC molded materials.
Each of them has certain features that make them a good or bad choice for you situation.
Quality hardwoods are just what it says. They are made from real wood with durability and high visual appeal as the features that make them a good choice for a top-level job. You know they are going to last and with some woods, the grain is a special touch that really stands out. Anywhere that you want to make the details really count, hardwood is the way to go.
With MDF, the big factor is cost. These are materials that are molded and are very much like cardboard, but with a denser content. They are designed to be painted with epoxy or other types of paint that give them their integrity, so they can hold up under use. They can also be covered by films designed for that purpose. When looks don’t matter and weather isn’t a factor, these can be serviceable.
Last, PVC, or polyvinyl chloride, is the same material used in water pipes. It too is molded into shape. The advantage is that it’s going to last indefinitely, but the feeling of high quality is not part of the equation. When pained, it can look pretty good for industrial applications.
To sum up, when making a choice for trim, look at all aspects of your needs before making a choice. I’m happy to go over your project to help you understand your specific needs, make a recommendation, and do the job that will exceed your expectations.
