Journal

What You See Is What You Get

Davide Aternino — Thu, 20 Aug 2015 15:51:00 +0000

Deciding on what moulding designs will work for your house can be a daunting task. With over 100 different profiles to choose from, we're helping to eliminate all the guess work with our new rendering service. Now you'll be able to see exactly what you had in mind before your contractor even sets foot on your property. Take a look at the picture below to get an idea of what we're talking about.

With just a simple picture, even one taken from your camera phone, we can design your exterior with the mouldings of your choice, complete with colour. We'll also throw in a bit of landscaping too.

To take advantage of our FREE 3D Rendering Service, email a picture to davide@mouldexmouldings.com along with your contact information so we can discuss the different design possibilities available. Or call (905) 660-6338 or 1 (800) MOULDEX for more information.

What we do best

Davide Aternino — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 14:18:34 +0000

One of the most common questions we get is how our mouldings are made, it virutually gets asked with every new call or customer we come into contact with. While our production methods are a trade secret, below is a step-by-step visual of the stages that make-up our end product.

STAGE 1 - STYROFOAM
Taken from a drawing originated from AutoCAD, we can cut virtually any shape with our hot-wire machine. We have cut profiles as small as 1" to mouldings as large as 3' since we opened our doors in 2001. This process is completely computer controlled leaving no room for error.

STAGE 2 - MESH
Once we have our foam moulding cut, we apply an adhesive techincal mesh by manually pressing it into the shape. This is done for a couple of reasons. The first and most important is that it provides a bond for the cement coating (next stage). The second, while still important, will give the final piece flexibility.

STAGE 3 - FIRST COAT
Now that our piece is cut and meshed, we apply the first coat of cement over top of the moulding. It's an extrusion process that is controlled by highly skilled operators on our coating line. First coat is generally 3/16" to 1 a 1/4" thick, completely engulfing everything except the back of the shape.

STAGE 4 - SECOND COAT
After a 24 hour cure period, we can begin to apply a second coat to our mouldings. First coat generally comes off the line with some abnormalities that we correct. The final coat is strictly skimmed on so they have to be perfect in shape and texture beforehand. The final product is a smooth and even look and feel that is now ready to be finished.

STAGE 5 - FINISH
The finish coat completes the process. Our mouldings can be finished in a variety of textures and colour to match each individual's taste. For a wood-like appearance, use a texture-less topcoat. The more popular way is a stucco based finish that provides textures of various grades. It is applied once the moulding has been installed on the wall by the end-user or contractor.

If you have any questions, comments or suggestions, please feel free to email davide@mouldexmouldings.com

A not-so extreme makeover

Davide Aternino — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 14:40:14 +0000

Kadir did a great job on this addition/makeover, combining stone and stucco with our mouldings to completely transform this once bricked home.

If you'd like to get in touch with Kadir for your project, please email me here.

The Home Reno Tax Credit Explained

Davide Aternino — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:11:16 +0000

In the 2009 Canadian Budget, the federal government laid the groundwork to declare this year the 'Year of Home Renos'. Want your home to have curb appeal? Now's the time to do it. Here's a breakdown of what the plan entails.

WHAT IS IT?
A Tax Credit that lets taxpayers claim 15% of their fixups until Feb. 1, 2010.

WHAT IS IT WORTH?
You can claim up to $1,350 in home renovations done in 2009.

WHAT IS COVERED?
The list of eligible expenses for the tax credit includes:

* renovating kitchens, bathrooms or basements
* new carpeting or flooring
* building additions, decks, or retaining walls
* installing furnaces or water heaters
* interior and exterior painting
* driveway resurfacing

WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
Routine maintenance does not qualify. Such things as new furniture, appliances, tools, carpet cleaning and snow removal are excluded.

WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW?
The plan is effective immediately.

The plan covers costs over $1,000 but not exceeding $10,000.

For more information on how you can use our mouldings as part of your home renovation, please contact Davide Aternino, 416 602-4193.

Mouldex TOP 10 of 2008

Davide Aternino — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:13:25 +0000

Our Mouldex TOP 10 of 2008 won't crack David Letterman's list tonight but it may help with your decision to choose the right mouldings for your project.

We also included which mouldings work well with our TOP 10 of 2008 and links to our website that will show you side and 3D renderings. Simply click on the profile name.

#10 - M X103

Works well with
SILL MX202 | BAND MX312 | CROWN MX403

#9 - MX123

Works well with

SILL MX205 | BAND MX312 | CROWN MX411

#8 - MX105

Works well with
SILL MX206 | BAND MX305 | CROWN MX407

#7 - MX124

Works well with
SILL MX206 | BAND MX311 | CROWN MX406

#6 - MX118

Works well with
SILL MX210 | BAND MX302 | CROWN MX412

#5 - MX206

Works well with
TRIM MX105 | BAND MX305 | CROWN MX407

#4 - MX203

Works well with
TRIM MX122 | BAND MX306 | CROWN MX417

#3 - MX411

Works well with
TRIM MX107 | SILL MX211 | BAND MX312

#2 - MX205

Works well with
TRIM MX114 | BAND MX312 | CROWN MX411

#1 - MX114

Works well with
SILL MX205 | BAND MX312 | CROWN MX411

And there you have it, our Mouldex TOP 10 of 2008. Of course, we have plenty of other mouldings that you can choose, download our 2008-2009 catalogue in the upper right hand corner to see our complete line.

Happy Holidays, see you in 2009

Davide Aternino — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 13:17:00 +0000

With the year winding down, everyone here at Mouldex Exterior Mouldings would like you wish you all a safe and happy holiday with well wishes for 2009.

Our office will be closed from December 19, 2008 but will re-open again on January 5, 2009. Our blog entries will resume at that time as well.

In the meantime, if you have any questions or enquiries, please email us at davide@mouldexmouldings.com

See you in 2009!

Davide

It's in the details

Davide Aternino — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 12:22:09 +0000

Marco and Vince have been in the stucco business a short while but have quickly gained popularity in the industry. Known for their committment to excellence, they are regularly featured on hit renovation television shows on HGTV, their most current being Home to Flip in which we partnered as a material supplier.

This house is in Richmond Hill was done by Marco and Vince, they used decorative accents as well, brackets on the sides of the windows and below the window sills. The last two pictures in this entry show more detail.

Being as busy as they are, this won't be the last entry from them, to get in touch for your stucco project, email here.

Buildings fit for Royalty

Davide Aternino — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 13:13:42 +0000

It's not everyday we come across a project like this. The goal was to construct a building reminiscent of old world architecture. With our help, the devloper pulled it off without a hitch.

Credit for the flawless execution goes to Domenic and his team who were contracted to put everything together. Aside from the expansive moulding work, there were 72 dormers which needed to be installed as well. And you can see from the third picture below, this was no simple task.

Each dormer was assembled in the underground parking garage and then lifted by crane and set in place. A crew of 10 came together and creatively found a way to make it work. And the end result is stunning.

To get in touch with Domenic for your project, please email us here.

I can't believe it's not precast!

Davide Aternino — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:04:13 +0000

Our latest project came from a homeowner who was looking for an inexpensive way to detail his house without the big price tag that concrete precast carries. The great thing about our moulding line is that we can create absolutely anything quickly and inexpensively. Whether it's off architectural plans, other manufacturer's catalogues or from a simple sketch on a napkin, there really is no limit to what we can do. You'll soon see in other entries to come more of the creative projects we're currently working on.

In the end, we saved our client close to 60% by using our mouldings instead of pre-cast and his job started and finished three weeks earlier than originally scheduled.

Here are a couple of shots, can you tell it's not precast?

A building to savour

Davide Aternino — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 13:01:47 +0000

When California Sandwiches asked us to help them with their new flagship store, we worked with Cuma to ensure their facade would be as delicious as their food.

Their store is situated right on busy Dufferin St. in North York and has attracted a lot of attention since it was completed.

All of the mouldings were custom made, working closesly with Cuma and the architect to perfect the final result. Our personal favourite detail on this building (which you can see in the second picture below) is how the window sill is feathered and faded into the wall band beneath it.

To get in touch with Cuma, please email us here.