Crown molding is an ornamental accent piece which is installed at the head of the wall where it joins the ceiling. It can give the room a more stylish and sophisticated look. A simple to install alternative option to conventional wood crown molding is foam crown molding. Not only does plastic crown molding go in simply it is also much more affordable than crown molding made from wood.
Styrofoam crown molding can be installed by most homeowners without the use of a lot of talents and tools. You will need some basic things to install crown molding including a tape measure, latex paint, paintbrush, adhesive, and caulk. It also helps to have a pull saw and sander.
Begin the project by measuring the length of all the walls where you will install the crown molding. Ensure you do not forget to include the outside and inside corners. It is easier to paint the crown molding before you install it. Use whatever high quality latex paint will work best for your house. After the paint is dry you will need to chop the edges on a 45 degree angle. Test the two pieces where they meet in the corner to be certain they fit well.
Next you’ll need to apply adhesive to the back of the foam crown molding. Start trying the crown molding to the walls in a corner and then along the rest of the wall. Watch the piece for the first twenty minutes or so until the adhesive is set. Continue applying all of the pieces along the perimeter of the room. Once you have installed all the required pieces you’ll wish to place a single bead of caulk along the sides of the molding. Make sure that you wipe away any excess caulk using a damp material. One the caulk is dry you can sand the edges smooth and touch up any areas paint that need it.