Moldings exist in myriad forms. each is designed for a specific purpose—framing a door, for example, or providing a visual transition at the junction of walls and flooring.. Crown moulding made up of dentil moulding and other moulding types, such as crown and base or base cap, to make up a crown mould system. doorjamb the part of a doorframe that surrounds and contacts the edges of the stiles and top rail of a door.. Molding types and functions. there are several different styles of molding, and each type has a specific purpose. the most common types are baseboards and casings. these really are a must-have in order for even the most basic room to appear finished. window and door casings serve to hide the opening that the window and door have been installed.
These types of casings offer the most options. they can either surround the entire window or sit as a pediment above the window. many companies now offer plastic or composite materials that are ready-made and offer the look or layered moldings without the carpentry skills needed to construct a layered look.. All doors and windows need trim (often called casing or molding, too). door trim and window trim is usually interchangeable. when tightly nailed to the framing and painted, trim almost looks like it's a part of the door or window--it's seamless.. A molding, attached to one of a pair of swinging double doors, against which the other door strikes. base. a trim board placed against the wall around the room next to the floor. base cap. a molding used on top of s4s base moulding to add detail. base shoe. molding used next to the floor on interior base board..
