Mouldings

Product Info:

Front Range Lumber carries a complete selection of popular mouldings styles and sizes.

Mouldings can be milled from virtually any wood type. However, to be more economical and for quicker availability, mouldings are generally only readily available in stock in red oak, solid pine, medium density fiberboard (MDF, a very dense particle board), and finger joint pine that has been primed. MDF is a good option due to its low cost and, since it is man-made, there is no risk of warping twisting or splitting.

Finishing Mouldings

Solid mouldings are most commonly available in pine but can be ordered in many hardwoods (some of the solid hardwood moldings may be a veneer face). In order to get the best possible finish, it is recommended that you sand first with 220 grit sandpaper.

If staining, we recommend after sanding to apply a pre-stain conditioner or a sanding sealer; this will prevent the wood from absorbing too much stain too fast which leads to the grain being raised or the wood taking the stain in blotches. Next, apply a clear sealer; this will help your molding last for years to come.

Remember to apply as directed, generally, three coats are best. Each succeeding coat adds protection and depth to the appearance.

Finger joint pine is a good balance of low cost, widespread availability in different patterns, an stability. Most finger joint molding is now primed. Therefore, all you need to do is paint with your choice of paint – two coats are best.

Similarly, MDF comes with a primer coat already on it, so all you have to do to finish your project is to apply a paint of your choosing. Please note: MDF doesn’t handle getting wet very well, so it is not recommended for kitchens or bathrooms.

Moulding Patterns

A link is provided below to view most readily available moulding profiles (patterns). It also details the sizes and wood types available.

This catalog illustrates each profile (or style) of moulding in real size so as to take the guesswork out of choosing your chair rail, crown, baseboard, casing and other needs.

Although we do not recommend the use of MDF mouldings, they are listed here also. MDF is much more easily damaged in handling and in place and certainly any water contact will cause MDF to fail and swell.

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  Moulding Patterns3 MB

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