Crown molding sometimes is found along the top of a wall in a kitchen or dining room. It attaches to the top of the wall and the ceiling to add a decorative touch. Crown is considered the trickiest type of molding to install. It typically is nailed to the wall through studs for a safe and sturdy attachment. There is another option to install crown if there are no studs. This method will have the same result with just a little more effort.
Instructions
1. Measure the length of the wall and write down the length of the first side. Measure and mark the piece of crown molding to that length. Turn the molding upside down and set it along the fence of the miter saw.
2. Slide it in the saw so it is standing against the fence. Line up the saw blade to the mark. Turn on the saw and pull down the lever to cut straight through the molding along the mark.
3. Flip the crown back over and hold it up on the wall where it will be installed to make sure it fits properly. Apply a small bead of across the entire top edge with a caulk gun. Run a tiny bead across the whole piece. Repeat the same process along the bottom.
4. Place the crown molding back in the corner and press it into place by hand. Push down firmly so the construction adhesive can bond to the wall. Hammer in finishing nails along the top of the crown molding, spaced every 8 inches throughout the piece, to help hold it in place.
5. Install the next piece and all of the remaining pieces the same way. Cut them to the proper angle and add to help them adhere to the wall.
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