Crown molding is an ornamental accent piece which is installed at the apex of the wall where it joins the ceiling. It give the room a more elegant and sophisticated look. An easy to install alternative option to conventional wood crown molding is styrofoam crown molding. Not only does foam crown molding go in easily it’s also much cheaper than crown molding made of wood.

Styrofoam crown molding can be installed by most homeowners without the utilization of a lot of talents and tools. You’ll need some elementary things in order to install crown molding including a tape measure, latex paint, paintbrush, adhesive, and caulk. It also helps to have a pull saw and sander.

Begin the project by measuring the length of all of the walls where you will install the crown molding. Make sure you do not forget to incorporate the outside and inside corners. It is better to paint the crown molding before you install it. Use whatever top quality latex paint will work best for your home. After the paint is dry you will need to cut the edges on a 45 degree angle. Test the 2 pieces where they meet in the corner to be certain they fit well.

Next you will need to apply adhesive to the back of the foam crown molding. Start trying the crown molding to the walls in a corner and then along the remainder of the wall. Watch the piece for the 1st twenty mins or so till the adhesive is set. Continue applying all the pieces along the perimeter of the room. Once you have installed all the mandatory pieces you may want to place a single bead of caulk along the sides of the molding. Ensure that you wipe away any excess caulk employing a damp material. One the caulk is dry you can sand the edges smooth and touch up any areas paint that need it.