{"id":294,"date":"2018-09-10T09:49:27","date_gmt":"2018-09-10T09:49:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/?p=294"},"modified":"2024-07-26T19:58:06","modified_gmt":"2024-07-26T19:58:06","slug":"popular-moulding-materials-to-choose-from","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/popular-moulding-materials-to-choose-from\/","title":{"rendered":"Popular Moulding Materials to Choose From"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Whether you prefer crown, base, plinth, chair, or rosette, moulding provides a decorative and functional accent. When added to any room, it can instantly transform a dismal environment into a stunning, elegant space. As a highly-versatile home furnishing, it can be installed on walls, ceilings, bases of floors, around doors and windows, and much more. In fact, it is so versatile that it comes in various styles and designs, all of which ranging in look, size, quality, texture, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">A first step in choosing the right moulding for your home or office is deciding on a species or material. Traditionally made of wood, moulding is now available in several alternative materials too. Continue reading to learn the most popular species and material options for moulding.<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-295\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"385\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Molding-Installation-Indianapolis-IN-e1536418534389.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Moulding Installation 317-269-7319\" class=\"wp-image-295\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Molding-Installation-Indianapolis-IN-e1536418534389.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/Molding-Installation-Indianapolis-IN-e1536418534389-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Indianapolis Moulding Installation 317-269-7319<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Top 10 Moulding Materials<\/span><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2780 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Aspen<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> Aspen is a soft wood that has a straight grain and fine uniform texture. It is commonly used for more decorative moulding silhouettes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2781 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Fir<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> Fir is a wood species with two grain patterns: mixed grain and vertical grain. Mixed grain is course, and comes in light to dark hues. Vertical grains have tighter grain patterns and less color disparity. It generally requires staining prior to application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2782 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Medium Density Fiberboard<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> Also recognized as MDF, medium density fiberboard is a high-grade, composite material commonly used for moulding because it is durable and easy to paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2783 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Oak<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> Oak is a hardwood that, when applied in the moulding manufacturing industry, it primarily derived from Red or White oak trees. It has attractive grain pattern qualities and it is very easy to work with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2784 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Pine<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> Pine is a wood species that, in the moulding manufacturing and consumer industry, is appealing for its unique textures and random knots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2785 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Poplar<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> Poplar wood is among the most preferred in the design industry because of its natural crisp grain lines and rich wood tones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2786 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Primed Finger Joint Products<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> Speaking of pine and poplar, primed finger joint products are derived from both. It is engineered moulding comes in smaller pieces that must be fitted together to make a whole board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2787 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Polystyrene<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> This is a prefinished moulding admired for its light weight and easy workability. They are slightly flexible and moisture resistant, making them a great choice for \u201cuntrue walls\u201d and rooms that have higher levels of moisture, like kitchens and bathrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2788 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">Polyurethane<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> Polyurethane moulding is a man-made material composed of high-density polyurethane. It is warp, rot, and split resistant, making it a prime choice as an alternative to wood materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2789 <span style=\"color: #4d004d;\">PVC<\/span> \u2013<\/strong> PVC, or <em>polyvinylchloride<\/em>, is another man-made material that flawlessly mimics the look of wood. It\u2019s a popular choice because it\u2019s easy to cut and install.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Indianapolis Drywall Contractors <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Call Drywall by Renso at 317-269-7319<\/strong> to request a free estimate for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drywallindianapolis.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">drywall installation in Indianapolis<\/a>, Indiana. We offer a wide range of drywall services, for both residential and commercial properties, including new construction homes, remodels, repairs, metal stud framing, ceiling grids, and of course, moulding installation. Request a free estimate, today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you prefer crown, base, plinth, chair, or rosette, moulding provides a decorative and functional accent. When added to any room, it can instantly transform a dismal environment into a stunning, elegant space. 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