affordable coving- where to buy?

5 years ago

Hi everyone, i am looking to replace the coving in my lounge room. I have a Victorian terrace that I am keeping rather traditional. I wondered if anyone could advise on some reasonably priced coving stores that don't have a minimum order (i don't need a huge amount) also, if anyone has an opinion on the size I should go for (walls are 2.9m) I'm all ears! Thank you all in advance, Brittany

Comments (5)

Jonathan
5 years ago
You should get it to match the proportions of the skirting. So if your skirting is 12cm then search for something that sits around 12cm down the wall (check that nothing gets in the way- adjust the size you need if a window is high and in the way). You will notice this type of coving will have be available with differing projections across the ceiling. In my opinion you choose a bigger projection for larger rooms. As far as how ornate you go- I would take inspiration from other rooms in the house- it doesn’t have to match just be in keeping.

Where you buy from depends- I bought mine online but I understand some people want to see it.

Remember proper plaster coving of this size is heavy, installation is a two man job and so fitting will be twice as expensive as simple coving.
Brittany Newell
Original Author
5 years ago
Hi Jonathan,
Thank you for your comment. I think I'm going to go with 12cm coving. I'm struggling to find places online that sell a small amount and or sell samples. I don't suppose anyone had come across/ can recommend anywhere? Many thanks Brittany
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Future Shapes London
5 years ago
Depending where you based there are some local shops which sell them. Otherwise online service might not be worth for small amount.

I have came across this supplier before :

https://www.cornicescentre.co.uk/

best luck
Sven
5 years ago
B&Q sell coving: their heritage range would suit your style and budget and can be bought in any volume.
Danielle H
5 years ago
I used polystyrene coving from B&Q in my old terrace.

https://www.diy.com/departments/colours-traditional-fluted-profile-polystyrene-coving-l-2m-t-20mm-pack-of-6/256835_BQ.prd/gallery

My ceilings were almost 3m high so at that height you couldn't tell it was polystyrene. A lot easier and lighter to fit than plaster coving and easy to paint.

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