Add Crown Molding To Top Of Cabinets

Fill in the gap with a piece of scrap wood that equals the gap.

Add crown molding to top of cabinets.

The pre primed mdf crown molding i purchased was under 1 foot and all of the boards were perfectly true and free from any surface blemishes. Use a pin nailer to nail into the corners of the two pieces of crown molding image 2. It is important to fill in the face frame overhang if there is one before installing crown moulding. Make sure the strip s front edge and the top of the molding are flush as shown at right.

Attach crown molding run a bead of glue along each piece of molding image 1. First select a crown molding with a vertical height about the same as the narrowest gap between ceiling and cabinet. This extra height provided more surface for the crown to rest against since our cabinet doors leave little space above them. Cut the nailing strips.

Measuring angles for. Begin by using a tape measure to determine the total length of. With the measuring tape measure the width and depth of the wall cabinets. Measure the crown molding lower edge.

Use one long strip for a row of cabinets the same depth then apply wood glue to each strip nail it in place and let dry. Cut strips of straight 3 4 in x 1 1 2 in wood to fit the front and sides of each cabinet. Making a molding jig. Provide a nailing surface for crown moulding by attaching solid wood mounting strips to the top edges of the cabinets.

Construct a guide fence for use with your miter saw. The side of the cabinet must be flush with the side of the faceframe for the crown moulding corner to be square. If you plan to top a bunch of cabinets with crown molding a jig makes it far easier to make. Instructions measure the nailing strips.

Using a nail gun nail the crown to the baseboard. Measure the length of crown molding you will need. Use whatever scrap you have handy. For the sleekest appearance the bottom edge of the crown molding will be flush.

I attached the crown molding to the ripped down 1 6 with 3 4 brads. Crown molding comes in a vast array of styles and sizes so picking one that s ideal for your. How to add crown molding to cabinets choosing crown molding. Paint or stain to your preference.

Make sure the pieces are together and in place snugly. Cheap wood tends to split crack and warp when compared to mdf. Each joint in your cabinet molding will form a compound angle. Prepare and install framing along the top of the.

Cut the nailing. Place the crown molding at the top of the riser so it touches the ceiling and nail it in place to the riser image 2.