Cast Molding Installation Guidelines

STEP 1 - PLANNING AHEAD

Joints require careful fitting. Allow for the following waste with installation:

1. Allow approximately 1 foot per 10 feet of wall coverage for maintaining the continuous and repeating patterns

2. Allow approximately 1 foot per corner for mitering joints

Mark the ceiling and wall with lines indicating the edges and projection of the molding. Locate and mark studs/ceiling joists for fastening molding.
Installation should start and end in the least noticeable corner. Most molding contains a pattern, so the end of your final piece may not match the pattern where you began.
Our moldings are designed for interior use only. Some moldings are available for exterior use using a special formulation at a premium price; this must be discussed and arranged at the time the order is placed.

STEP 2 - PRE-INSTALLATION

All inside and outside corners should be mitered. Miter cuts should be done in a miter box with moldings placed as if mounted on the wall.
As an alternative to mitering, incorporate corner blocks, and butt joints to corner blocks
Match patterns and molding thicknesses before final installation. Slight variations may occur from piece to piece. If an adjustment is needed, rasp the ends and/or back to assure flush fit.

STEP 3 - INSTALLATION OF MOLDING

Apply adhesive to the back side of molding. Spread it evenly over the surface area that will be bonded to the wall and ceiling.
Butt joints tightly in order to avoid separation
Fasten molding to studs using coated finishing nails or screws. Countersink nails or screws 1/8”.
Remove excess adhesive and fill nail/screw holes and joints with non-shrink spackling compound or a plaster and water mix.

STEP 4 - FINISHING

Prime and paint (flat paints recommended); seal, stain, or varnish; or faux finish the moldings. We do not recommend finishing molding before installing the molding.

*The user shall determine and assume full responsibility for the suitability and installation of this product.

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