Molding, Millwork, & Trim

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  Tough Talk: Foam Factory Polystyrene Foam Moldings and Millwork

  Moldings, columns, and trim products constructed from strong 1.5-pound foam feature a tough finish for long-lasting style.

   
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  A Step in the Right Direction: StareCasing Hardwood Overlay System

  A new product for staircase refinishing from StairCasing is both quicker and more economical than traditional refinishing methods.

   
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  On the Job: All-Terrain Material Cart (Subscriber content)

  All-terrain material cart; transforming a fireplace

   
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  How to Build Cambered Columns from PVC Boards (Subscriber content)

  A straight taper at the bottom transitions to a curve at the top, making for some careful millwork.

   
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  Build a Colonial-Style Fireplace Mantel (Subscriber content)

  A finish carpenter shares his inspiration and know-how for an elegant transformation of a fireplace opening.

   
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  Historically Accurate Moldings

  Georgian, Federal, and Greek Revival look-alike millwork

   
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  Installing a Split Column

  During a recent remodeling project in Houston, we demolished a structurally defective balcony that had been supporting the corner of a roof. In its place we installed an 18 1/2-foot-long 4x4 steel post that extends from the soffit down to ground level.

   
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  Basic Pattern-Routing for Perfect Tread Returns (Subscriber content)

  As a full-time stairbuilder, I've learned that I can't always rely on premilled parts, especially when staircases get complicated.

   
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  Stain-Grade Finishing On Site (Subscriber content)

  Use premium materials and a methodical approach to achieve a cabinet-grade finish.

   
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  Versatile Trim

  TruWood Reversible Trim is a composite exterior-grade product manufactured from residual wood fibers using no urea-formaldehyde resins, the maker says.