Journal of Light Construction: Molding, Millwork, & Trim

Copemaster Update

Mon, 13 May 2013 01:36:06 EST

You can still buy parts -- and a new model is in the works

Dressing Up A Garage Door

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:07:21 EST

Wooden “skins” add a classy touch to an insulated steel overhead door

Pretty Face

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 12:42:20 EST

Johnson Hardware's pre-assembled Wall Mounted Fascia goes with the company's sliding door track

Beating the Principle of Accumulated Error

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 11:43:33 EST

It wasn't surprising that accumulated errors had added up to make the assembled cabinet unit too big to fit.

Installing Interior PVC Trim

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 03:18:08 EST

Tips on smoothing routed surfaces and gluing joints

Built-Up Exterior Trim

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:51:30 EST

Solutions for building up trim to better complement the thickness of cedar shingles

Easy Post Wrap

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 02:29:03 EST

Preassembled KleerWrap can be put in place by a single worker

Better Bathroom Access Made Easy

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 02:56:22 EST

Replacing existing butt "hinges" with a set of offset hinges widened the door opening by almost 2 inches.

Running Crown Production Style

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 06:20:27 EST

For an efficient job, install the crown in a logical order and control every step of the process

Prepainted Trim

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 11:05:23 EST

Finished Elegance molding comes in 27 profiles

Appliance Trim

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 10:20:01 EST

There's a Micro-Trim kit to fit almost any microwave, range, or cooktop, says the company

Big Crown

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 11:15:53 EST

Keeping miters tight in large crown molding profiles

Building a Tapered Craftsman-Style Newel Post

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 02:07:03 EST

Pocket-screwed frames attached to an inner plywood column made for efficient assembly

Flashing and Trimming a Window

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 06:32:05 EST

This methodical approach speeds the work and guarantees a durable, weathertight installation

PVC Post Covers

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 12:15:32 EST

These PVC wraps make it easy to trim out wood or steel columns

Versatex Exterior Moldings

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 01:42:48 EST

Six profiles have been added to the Versatex line-up of exterior moldings

Cornice Returns, Production Style

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 10:34:44 EST

Preassembiing an addition's exterior trim speeds the job.

The KB Classical Moulding Collection Replicates Historic Profiles

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:23:36 EST

Now you don't have to search salvage yards or arrange for custom milling.

Stylish PVC Window and Door Trim

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:23:20 EST

Royal Building Products teamed up with a popular designer to develop this series of affordable wind- and door-surround trim packages.

Scribing Baseboard - Scrap Screen-Door Protector - REScheck for Permitting

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:18:59 EST

Scribing baseboard, quickly; scrap screen-door protector; putting REScheck to work for permitting