Colonial Door Casing Profiles

They can be used as a single profile or combined with other moulding styles to dramatically transform window and door aesthetics.

Colonial door casing profiles.

X 2 1 4 in. A 3 1 2 casing is usually a good choice for 8 foot high walls giving windows and doors a pronounced frame without crowding the crown moulding above. This is the shape of the moulding from a side view you can see whether a piece is ranch smooth sloping colonial multilevel sloping moulding or fluted grooved. They won t split crack or rot.

Arch arrival photo by michael luppino. Azek products are known for longevity and durability. When used in conjunction with doors it is nailed to the jamb of the door to prevent. Door casing and window trim are typically the same width and are interchangeable.

Crown trim casing cornice more. Our classical colonial molding captures the 18th century designed after the historic william gibbes house. Inspired by classic colonial patterns windsor casing has gained popularity over the past 15 years. Find colonial window door moulding at lowe s today.

The most widely used door casing is 2 1 4 inches in width but can range up to 3 inches. Cmpc wm 356 11 16 in. The thickness is typically 1 2 inch but can range up to 3 4 inch thick for a more substantial casing or more detailed profile. Here are a few examples of architectural styles and matching trim styles and why they work so well together.

Architectural trim is a defining feature in any home whether the interior is formal or casual. Many trim designs begin with door casing. Pair colonial style crown moulding with modern door casing and you ll get lots of attention but most likely not the kind you re going for. Its traditional details make it perfect for new england style homes.

Tapered casings created by building up several profiles from the inside of the door jamb to the outer edge were common in 19th century federal and italianate homes and later in greek revival and colonial styles that prized depth and dimension. And historically it was the door casing that set the tone from the graceful arched profiles in a georgian to the stocky symmetrical surrounds in a craftsman.