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sheldon_moser

Love the baseboard idea! How were you able to flush the baseboards like that?

13 years ago
Laguna Beach Modern · More Info
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  • PRO
    13 years ago
    Thanks. Yes...that is a great look. Especially for "modern" looking homes. Contractors don't always like it though, because it takes a lot of work to make it look good. The "base" is wood. Then there is a metal "C" channel above it which gets painted out to match the wall color. That forms that “reveal” line which is so nice. Then drywall is installed on top of the “C” channel.

    Comments (8)

    • 13 years ago
      Thanks for the quick reply! I had someone interested in doing a more modern trim and figured that the process would most likely be more labour intensive. Thanks
    • 12 years ago
      @TommyChambers Would you be able to provide a cost estimate per sq. ft (materials + labor) for the baseboards? They look fantastic btw!
    • PRO
      12 years ago
      Hi, We gave a detail drawing to the contractor and he took care of it for us. Sorry.
    • 11 years ago
      As far as sequencing, since the baseboards are installed before drywall, are the hardwood floors installed, sanded and finished first in this scenario?
    • PRO
      11 years ago

      Hello. That baseboard is actually installed last. First the drywall walls are installed with a metal "C" channel where the baseboard will be inserted later. Then the hardwood floors are installed and stained, then the baseboard piece is installed into the receiving "C" channel. Hope that helps.

    • 11 years ago

      Called "Reglet" detail

    • PRO
      10 years ago

      Exactly. Thanks.

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