"Rattling the bones is not architecture. Less is only more where more is no good." Frank Lloyd Wright (1867-1959), American architect, "The Language of Organic Architecture," The Future of ...

Q: Thank you for your article on exterior trim. Where in San Francisco can I buy the decorative plantons you describe? A: Plantons? Sounds like some kind of tropical fruit. There is no such thing as ...

If you’re looking for a way to dress up dowdy-looking rooms, hie yourself to the nearest lumberyard and take a look at the selection of ready-made wood molding. Both affordable and effective, molding ...

The concept of adding decorative moldings to your home is not new. Many of the basic molding shapes used today-the astragal (bead), the torus (rope) and the cymatium (reverse curve)-were created in ...

For homeowners wanting to create an exceptional or upscale look for a modest home's interior, it's tempting to look for miraculous solutions, the remodeling equivalent of a too-good-to-be-true diet ...

Sometimes a space is simply missing a little something. Try crown molding. Historically used to cover unsightly gaps where the wall and ceiling intersect, crown molding is, today, one of the most ...

When it comes to the transition from wall to ceiling, crown molding can enhance the décor of any room. Whether your style is modern or you prefer something a bit more traditional, there are dozens of ...

Molding is a common element used in newer homes and remodeling to accentuate and bring character to a room. As interior trends gravitate toward old-world styling, tastes for molding moves from the ...