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Home » DIY FAQs » Building Materials » Millwork » Interior Millwork » How wide of a molding should I buy for my home?

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It all depends on personal preference. As a rule, wider moldings make a room look smaller. You may want to avoid wide moldings unless you have large rooms. If you want wide moldings, you can make your own profile by combining several different styles together.
 

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