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Oct 6, 2015
Betsy Helmuth introduces her online class bundle, discusses pricing options, and delves into molding and trim. She covers treating and painting interior doors, essential places for molding, and maintaining consistency throughout the house. Tips on crown molding, non-white molding, and making bad trim recede are also shared.
0:00 Introduction to the online class bundle
0:39 Pricing and options for the online classes
1:38 Introduction to molding and trim
4:09 Treating and painting interior doors
5:01 Places that must have molding
8:02 Consistency of molding in different parts of the house
9:54 Crown molding and ceiling height considerations
10:42 Using non-white molding
12:24 Design TMI: Making bad trim recede into the background
15:11 Premium membership details
- Molding and trim help define a space by hiding seams and
creating a polished look, but they should be durable and often
painted in semi-gloss for easy maintenance.
- It's generally best for all molding and trim in a home to match
in color, style, and thickness, but different floors can have
different treatments, and crown molding should be avoided in rooms
with standard 8-foot ceilings.
- For a fresh, contemporary look, trim should not be painted the
same color as the walls; instead, use an off-white or a subtly
different shade to make it stand out while still blending
harmoniously.
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