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3 Reasons Why Stained Mouldings are Perfect for Interior Projects

Aesthetics

Stained mouldings are appealing to the eye. No matter where they are used, stained mouldings will not overwhelm the look of the room, but will subtly bring out the best aesthetics. Stained mouldings have a distinctive warmth which is especially essential in living rooms, as it makes guests feel at home.

Stained Mouldings Morph Easily into Different Architectural Designs

The beauty of stained mouldings is that they offer unmatched versatility when it comes to interior design. Not only are they able to fit in with any architectural design, stained mouldings don’t conflict with color, which makes it easy for them to blend into any room design. No matter what color the walls, floor, or ceiling are, the stained mouldings will have the same spectacular effect and aesthetically transform any room.

Easy Maintenance

Stained mouldings require very little maintenance, while offering longevity. They don’t easily show dirt or stains, and in the unlikely event of them getting dirty, all it takes to clean them is a clean piece of cloth and clean water. It’s easy to keep your moulding looking beautiful all year long. If you are looking for the best stained mouldings for your interior project, look no further than Volterra’s way. We have a large collection of high quality stained molding profiles and sizes. Call Volterra Architectural Products at 602-258-7373 for the best mouldings on the market.]]>

Don’t Neglect the Base Boards Even in rooms with crown moulding you may notice when a builder or decorator decided to skimp on the base boards. Plain, two-inch base boards are inexpensive, but they also don’t add much to the room and can leave it looking disheveled. If you’re looking to dress things up, conside a taller three-inch base board style that includes even a single line of accent down the middle.

Don’t Overdo the Crown Moulding

Crown moulding is one of the most reliable ways to increase the curb appeal and resale value of your home. However, you have to be careful about overdoing it. For instance, if you live in a neighborhood full of classical and rustic style homes, too much formal crown moulding will seem out of place, even if it’s not visible from the exterior of the house. Try to choose a style and size that is congruent with other houses in the area.

Consider Wainscoting Carefully

Wainscoting and chair rails can give family and dining rooms a distinguished look. However, you should be careful to ensure that they don’t clash with the baseboards and crown molding you’ve chosen for the rest of the house. These types of accents also offer the highest return when they are used in large open rooms that that are accented with inviting colors. With careful consideration and planning your decorative wood trim can have a huge positive effect on the resale value of your home. Each of these accents helps establish the first impression that is valuable when it comes to finding a buyer. To learn more, visit Volterra Architectural Products today and check out all of our decorative wood trim galleries or call us at 602-258-7373.]]>

Millwork in Architecture For hundreds of years, wood was hand carved to create unique pieces of furniture and the completely custom design of homes. With the creation of the saw mill, it became much easier for the average person to acquire quality wood pieces without needing to master the skill themselves. Today, many houses are built using a set of standardized plans where the finishing can be changed to suit the tastes of the builder or buyer.

Types of Millwork

The effects of the sawmill can be seen in nearly every room of our homes today. From the cabinetry in our kitchens and bathrooms to the baseboards in the living room. Ultimately, any wood product that can be commercially purchased and installed in your home with minimal alteration probably came from a mill. While there are dozens of styles of crown moulding available, they are all examples of  that can be cut to size and installed with ease. In addition, you will find that the price greatly varies. Some woods are naturally more expensive than others, and have different qualities such as hardness and color. Nearly any type of wood can be used in a mill, not to mention some faux wood composites that have the look and feel of wood without the expense. You should consider all of these factors as you shop for accents.

Choosing Your Millwork

If you are in the market for millwork for your home, it is best to find a reliable company to buy from first. You need a company that uses quality materials that have options to choose from. You should also consider the pricing and the manufacturer’s catalog, as different manufacturers excel in a particular style or wood type. Volterra Architectural Products offers affordable options in any style. Visit our online store today to see samples of all our products or call us at 602-258-7373.]]>

accent mouldings today! There is nothing that gives a room more warmth and welcome feeling than well-dressed walls. Many of today’s homes look blank and lack atmosphere, because the walls are glaringly plain and have no form of decor.  By using panel mouldings, you can change the aesthetics and general appeal of rooms, while adding eye-catching elegance to your home. Panel mouldings are extremely effective because they are light, easy to install, and can be customized to almost any degree. Here are 3 clever ways you can use panel mouldings to change the atmosphere in your home:

1. Create a home art gallery

If you are passionate about art and want to use paintings and other works of art to express yourself, panel mouldings are the best way to create a mini gallery at home. A clever way to accomplish this is by making a large outer wall frame using strips of panel mouldings and creating individual frames for each piece. Arranging the artwork inside the frame intricately and the results will be eye-catching.

2. Create a tufted wall

Tufted walls are a good way to add elegance to your decor. Tufted walls become a focal point in any space. Panel mouldings can be used to further accentuate the tufted walls when used as border frames. Tufted walls are especially cozy for bedrooms. Use them as a background for your bed or headboard and your bedroom will be forever transformed.

3. Make a statement with raised panels

Raised panels are a good way of making a statement in dining and living rooms, because they easily become focal points. They completely can transform a space and add much needed luxury. With these three ideas and panel mouldings from Volterra Architectural Products, you can be on your way to a more elegant home within a few short hours. Visit us online or call for more information at 602-258-7373.]]>

crown mouldings are the most common types of mouldings use to trim interiors and add depth. Stained moulding is loved by many because of the simplicity they offer to interior design finishing. They give your home a more natural and satiny look which suits any home design. As conventional and common as stained mouldings may be, there are certain wall colors which simply don’t bring out the best in stained mouldings. On the other hand, there are other colors which blend right in with the stained mouldings and give your home a beautifully marvelous look, which will awe visitors.  What are some of the best wall colors to use with stained crown mouldings?

Beige

Instead of painting your walls in the all-too-common bright shades of white, why not paint your walls in a darker beige color? Beige blends beautifully and allows stained moulding to be subtly highlighted without garishly contrasting and standing out too much.

Cream white

Cream white is also a good alternative to beige. This is another color that does not make the stained mouldings scream because of the difference in color. Cream white is not too dark nor too bright. It also helps mask the appearance of fingerprints and dust.

Deep shades of gray

If you want a bolder and more contemporary look, you may decide to use various shades of gray while painting your walls. Some medium to dark colors work incredibly well when used together with stained mouldings. Medium or deep shades of gray always work miracles as far as creating a beautiful look in your interiors is concerned. The trend toward gray is one of the most popular modern looks of our time. As you select the finish for your crown mouldings, take some time to consider the base color of your walls and how the mouldings will look against that backdrop. If you are planning on complete remodel, it may be time to change your walls to a more modern color scheme. Volterra Architectural Products offers hardwood mouldings in a variety of styles that are ready to be painted or stained to match any interior color scheme. Visit our online catalogue today or call us at 602-258-7373]]>

Trim is an element of interior design which often goes unrecognized, but its impact is massive. It has become so common and ubiquitous that most interior designers don’t give it much thought and homeowners don’t pay enough attention to its potential value. When the right size, profile, and materials are selected for casing mouldings in various parts of a home, they add a finishing touch which creates focal points. When buying casing mouldings for your windows or doors, here are a few factors to consider if you want the best possible finishing touch.

Type of casing

There are many types of casing mouldings which can be used to trim your windows and doors. The type of casing moulding you decide on will be affected by the size of windows and doors and how conspicuous you want the trimmed areas to look in the end. The most common casing mouldings available on the market include the complete casings, low-profile casings, traditional casings, high profile casings and modern casings. Traditional and low-profile casings are almost identical and sport a simple design with few decorative elements. High-profile and modern casings accentuate the windows and make them more conspicuous than the other designs on that part of the wall.

The color of the casing

When looking for the best casing moulding for your windows, the color also plays a vital role. You can use casings which are similar in color with the rest of the window or decide on a different color. This will depend on how conspicuous you want the windows and doors to look at the end of the finishing. As you shop for casing moulding, think of the way you want to frame your windows. It is similar to framing a picture for display. You want to add a decorative touch which grabs the eye, but you don’t want the moulding to overshadow the image you see through the window. To see a variety of different casing moulding options, visit Volterra Architectural Products online or call us at 602-258-7373.]]>

Trim profiles There are many shapes and profiles of baseboard mouldings on the market. The perfect profile will be determined by the ends of the floor and the base of the wall. The most common profiles used in America include the 3 inch rounded baseboard, the flat baseboard moulding and the sculpted mid-height baseboard trim. Obviously, a more intricate pattern will cost more than a plain flat or rounded baseboard option.

Material Type

The material you opt for will dictate the final look of the finish. Your choice will be highly affected by your budget as well. One common and affordable type of moulding material used is Medium Density Fiber-board. A more durable and versatile option is hardwood moulding made of pine, alder, oak or other wood species  Hardwood. Hardwoods are the best buy because they certainly last longer, are easily stained to show natural wood grain and give the room a higher-end appearance. High Density Polyurethane foam mouldings are a good cost-friendly option for crown and other moulding types that are installed near the ceiling, as they are not the best option for high-traffic areas. Flexible polyurethane base mouldings are a perfect solution for rooms that are round or walls with curved.  Flex mouldings are available smooth (ready for paint) or with a wood grain texture that can be stained to look like natural wood.

Color

Depending on the floor and wall colors, you can choose to paint or just stain the baseboard mouldings. White is the most common color used in mouldings today but it shows dirt more than other colors as well. Choose a color that will ensure a smooth transition between the wall and the floor. For hardwood mouldings, many people choose a stain color that matches their kitchen cabinetry to draw the natural wood color through the entire house. To see a full selection of baseboard mouldings from Volterra Architectural Products, visit our online catalog and our gallery for design ideas, or call one of our specialists today to order your new baseboards right away.]]>

moulding and piecing them together to form the curve. Flex moulding is a convenient and cost effective way of getting the look you want with minimal tools needed.

Moulding by The Foot

Whether your home features grand arches or you simply want to create a unique artistic pattern on your ceiling, flex moulding is an option that allows for creativity. Buyers typically purchase flex moulding by the foot. To install, simply cut the size needed and install exactly as you would hardwood moulding. Flex moulding bends to accommodate radius walls and curved windows and doors and is available to match any hardwood moulding profile Volterra produces.

Installing Flex Moulding

Due to its flexibility, you should be sure to attach your flex moulding with adhesive and finish nails and close enough together to keep the moulding from pulling away from the wall at the curves. Around tight corners, this may require some extra care. Volterra Architectural Products features many options in VolterraFlex for homes with difficult contours. To learn more or have any of your other architectural product questions answered, visit online or call 602-258-7373.]]>