How To Install Window And Door Molding

When installing window molding start at the top.

How to install window and door molding.

Use a sharp pencil to mark the jamb 3 16 inch from the inside edge on all sides of the window to give you a reference mark for positioning each piece of trim. Your window is 30 inches tall and 40 inches wide. Create awesome door and window trim molding by layering most builders don t spend money on trim around doors and windows. To work out the linear length requirement we can do some simple calculations.

They might splurge on crown molding or tall baseboards but typically just put in common inexpensive run of the mill everybody has them door and window casings. Measure the length of the leg moulding from the inside corner of the head moulding piece to the floor and cut the leg moulding at a 45 degree angle. The first step in any trim job is to prepare the jambs for trim. Whether you re installing new door or changing the door s trim for aesthetic reasons read on to learn how to trim a door yourself.

The standard reveal for window molding and door trim is 1 4 in but this can be adjusted a little if needed. How to install door trim. This intentional gap is called a reveal. Find the linear length of brick molding required for your window.

A height of the window width of the window x 2. It s super easy to create awesome door. Position the leg moulding piece against the door jamb. Installing the trim slightly away from the jamb edges will help hide discrepancies.

Your brick molding is 2. That ll give you a 3 16 in. Watch this video for step by step instruct. B width of the brick molding x 5.

Cut a 45 degree angle on one end of the trim and hold it so the short end of the angle overhangs halfway or 3 8 in onto the jamb. When you know how to install window trim you can elevate your carpentry projects and achieve pro quality results. Nail the leg mouldings in the same manner as you did across the top of the door frame. Again draw a line to guide the miter cut.

Then mark the other end flush with the inside of the jamb. D c 12.