Skirting boards and architraves are a necessity in the home, which is easy to overlook when planning a new build or renovation. The impact of timber mouldings is substantial in achieving the architectural style of the completed project. Getting it wrong can become a very visible and very constant reminder.
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Traditionally the skirting board was developed to hide the junction between floor and plastered wall. Plaster often developed cracks and rough edges and the skirting board was a neat way to cover this up. As well, it covers the rough ends of carpet.
Over time the skirting board came to achieve additional benefits such as preventing drafts, hiding electrical equipment and providing a barrier to protect walls from the daily activity of kids, pets, vacuum cleaners and general traffic.
However, beyond mere functionality a skirting board now provides an aesthetic completeness
While it is true that other elements of home design are larger in terms of impact, getting the design of your skirting boards right makes a big difference. They frequently act as a conduit in blending colour and style themes between rooms. They ensure your objective of consistency and a décor that is pleasing to the eye.
The factors to consider therefore are 1) style, 2) colour, 3) material and 4) finish. All these details need to be combined as they add up to the perfect decorative completion of your build or renovation.
What style of skirting is right for you? Determine your style is a great place to start.
Contemporary or period?
In modern homes often a plain, minimalist skirting board without intricate detail will work.
But it is possible that a period style will too, especially when great care is taken with its colour and by teaming it with the right furniture and furnishings.
It is important to note though that this will not apply in the reverse scenario, i.e. a contemporary skirting in a period home, because they mostly have other features such as door or wall trims that must be matched.
An Architrave is a timber moulding that is installed to surround a window, door or other openings to hide the join between the wall and door or window frames. An important decorative detail that enhances the architectural style of a building and protects it from knocks and bumps. An Architrave is not a structural element, they create the illusion of height or accentuates a doorway or window surround. Adding a custom architrave profile to your interior adds grandeur & architectural details to the space.