Oak crown molding or white painted crown molding? would love advice
scoots75
9 years ago
Hi all the trim in my house is oak- see pic. I'd love to add a crown molding. Does it have to match or can I do one in painted white/off white? I'd like to brighten up the space with the white, but want to do what's design appropriate. Thanks!
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9 years agoI don't think there is a right or wrong answer - just what appeals most to you and, I guess, whether you see it as part of the trim or as part of the wall or ceiling. Here are a couple of pictures with oak trim and white crown molding for comparison.
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9 years agoHi thanks for all the comments. I actually went ahead with the white moulding. I'm so happy I did. It was the right choice for us and brightened up the whole room. I also painted the mantel and built in bookcases white. And changed all the wall colors.
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