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crown molding question- long piece, cut it but joined area has big gap
On Sat, 20 Mar 2010 06:28:46 -0700 (PDT), KOS
wrote: Hi, i just installed some crown molding in a room very long piece 25-35 feet. I had to cut it in two pieces.. The smaller piece where I cut it is like 2 feet... But when I join it, (like a puzzle piece) there is a pretty big gap there. Quite obvious, even when I paint it it will show, what should I do??? I had to do a similar wall in my house. I used a scarf joint that fits the long piece and the shorter piece. Make the short piece 1" or so longer so you can sneak up on the perfect fit. Don't nail/glue until you got the best fit possible. A well-made joint should become nearly invisible. Not quite as desirable, but ... To fix a gap without removing the molding, fill the gap with Bondo, shape, smooth and sand. Inspect with a work light, checking for any flaws. Prime the joint. Inspect again. In addition to a visual inspection, a slow brushing light touch can reveal irregularities. |
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