How to Attach Interior Trim Securely

Man's hand using a pneumatic nailer on a window molding.

This guide will teach you how to attach interior trim, a necessary skill for many home improvement projects. Learn how to find walls studs and attach trim to walls and ceilings by hand nailing or using a power nailer. In This Article: Finding Wall Studs Hand Nailing Using a Power Nailer Because trim boards are […]

Accurately Measuring Trim During Installation

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In This Article: Checking Your Trim Tools Good Trim Installation Habits Dealing with Sixteenths Using a Story Pole Hooking a Measuring Tape Expert advice on how to accurately measure interior trim during installation, from choosing and using the right measuring tools to using a story pole. When measuring trim boards for cutting, even the pros […]

How to Remove Interior Trim

Man’s hand removing a blue base molding with a pry bar.

In This Article: How to Remove Baseboard Removing Door and Window Trim Expert, step-by-step illustrated guide shows you how to remove interior trim without damaging the trim or the wall.  If moldings and trim are badly damaged, it’s best to replace them. This work isn’t particularly difficult, but it does take a little experience at […]

What Is Wainscoting?

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This article is a helpful guide to wainscoting. It explains how wainscoting is built, with useful diagrams and how it can be applied to your home. The two most common interior wall surfaces are gypsum wallboard, usually referred to as drywall or gyp board, and plaster. Wood is also employed, both as paneling and as […]