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Default Crown molding on vaulted ceilings

On Oct 9, 11:48 am, Steven Andrade wrote:
What do ya think of crown molding along a slanted vaulted ceiling?
My wife suggested it might look good, but I'm having a hard time visualizing the
lower intersection where it meets the regular horizontal crown molding.

We have a 14' vaulted ceiling running about 28' front to back and looking for
ideas to dress it up with a fancier look.


Pick out a crown molding you like with the help of a knowledgeable
decorator. Hire good finish carpenter and helper and have the molding
installed. With your 14' loft and 28' run, you have a two man job. If
you choose to do it yourself you will need scaffolding, a decent
sliding compound miter saw like the Makita 1013, an air compressor, a
finish air nailer, and at least twice the lineal footage of molding
you think you wll need because of the bassackwards cuts you will make.
A pro will know how to make all the neat little turns and transitions
that will result in a classy job. The DIY books will show some
examples, but with limited experience it can be frustrating.
Before you embark on a major crown molding project in your living
space (remember SWMBO will see it very day) try smething smaller like
a basement playroom. Good luck.

Joe