Try before you buy our mouldings

Earlier this year, we launched a new FREE service that aimed to help homeowners eliminate uncertainty when deciding on the exterior details of their homes. Our catalogue contains over 100 different stock mouldings that can be combined in an infinite number of ways and choosing is never easy. 

We have since created 150 customized designs for our clients and the feedback has been great. Working from a photo (even one taken from camera phones), we can completely transform your home so you'll know exactly what to expect before a contractor even sets foot on your property. If you're in the Greater Toronto Area, we will come and take the picture for you or you can take the shot yourself and email it to us.

After an initial consultation by phone or email, our team of designers will take that information and re-create your home and include desired colours as well. We will also simulate your chosen stucco, brick or stone walls.

Our Inside the Lab posts on this blog will show you some before and after examples. Click here to see the different possibilities available.

If you are interested in our 3D rendering service, please contact Davide at (905) 660-6338 or toll-free at 1 888 MOULDEX. You can also email at davide@mouldexmouldings.com

 

Bring your bay window to life

The definition of a bay window is a window that projects outward from the face of a home/building and forming a bay.

Simple enough right?

But add Mouldex Mouldings to that and here's what you get. A stylized window that projects outward from the face of house/building and forming an elegant bay.

The trend of "upgrading" bay windows is becoming more popular. As it should be. It takes up a nice amount of real estate and is a big eye-grabber to onlookers. For homeowners wanting to add a lot but spend a little, consider this.

The cost can range between $1500 and $2500 depending on the size. This includes the cost of mouldings, materials and labour. This inexpensive option can liven the look your home without opting for a complete exterior reno.

A poplular design, as shown in the link below is to continously place a crown moulding above the window, completely covering the open space. Trim is installed below it, running vertically along each window edge.
The design is completed by connecting the above two elements with a sill, again going end to end like the crown moulding.

There are other options available to you, some more simple and some more complex. Each bay window is unique and should be treated as such. Feel free to email us a picture of yours and we can advise on what direction to go in.

Click here to see an example of one of our recent bay window upgrades.

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Buying Mouldings 101

Since 2001, we have helped a lot of homeowners with selecting the right mouldings for their project.  From bay windows to whole exteriors, our expertise is frequently called upon by customers all around the world. We have seen many variations of our mouldings mixed and matched, but one question that we always get  is "Where do I start?" And here is what we say.

Is your home a bungelow? One storey? Two or more?
Creating curb appeal is about achieving balance with the different elements of your home. Our mouldings come in a variety of sizes, from 3" to 24" and selecting the right size is one of the most important decisions you can make.

We like to guide decisions by way of proportions. If you have a bungelow, it would be foolish to put a 14" crown because it would be far too large and stand out for the wrong reasons. And we would never  advise using a 5" crown on a multipe storey home because it would barely be noticable from the ground. That translates into lost curb appeal, but more importantly, squandered money on a failed design.

Here is a general guide on selecting the right sizes for your home.

Bungelows
Window Trim: 3-5"
Window Sill: Within 1" of the window trim
Door Trim: 6"
Band: 8-10"
Crown: 8-10"

One Storey
Window Trim: 6"
Window Sill: Within 1" of the window trim
Door Trim: 8"
Band: 10-12"
Crown: 10-12"

Two+ Storeys
Window Trim: 8"
Window Trim: Within 1" of the window trim
Door Trim: 10"
Band: 12"+
Crown: 12"+

Will the mouldings fit?
As obvious as this one may be, sometimes the design and placement of certain elements will only allow a particular size of moulding.

Can you a place a 14" wall band across your home or will it be interfered with by a window? Will a 9" wall band work instead? Know your maximum height when choosing each moulding but also know that there are plenty of alternatives as well like modifying the profile you want in the size that you need.

Do you prefer a rounded trim profile like MX114? Or square like MX117?
It's a personal preference and everyone is different but selecting round or square details will determine the tone of your home. Homes with rounded architectural features tend to be softer and warmer. On the other hand, homes with squared edges are thought to have a more serious tone.

Note: It's a good idea to start by choosing a profile for your windows and then working your way toward the other elements. More than likely, your windows occupy a lot of real estate so focusing first on them will benefit the overall design of your home. Which brings us to our next point.

Do you like features that compliment each other? Or do you prefer contrasting elements?
If you selected a rounded window trim, do you want a rounded window sill to accent it? Most would say yes. And it's hard to disagree. Consistency creates flow. Flow creates elegance. Everything just seems to fit exactly how it should.

But what if you wanted something bold, different from the norm? Mix it up by combining a rounded trim and squared sill. Or vice versa. And don't just stop there. Try using rounded window trims and sills with a squared band.

If you're still unsure, let us help you. We have designed many homes and still continue to do so. We can certainly help point you in the right direction. We can also render your home in 3D before you make any decisions, FREE of charge.

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