Cabinet Finish Molding and Trim
Cabinet molding such as crown molding, light rail molding, and base molding provide a special finishing touch to your kitchen design. Our trim and molding selections are milled from solid hardwood and are factory finished to match your cabinet paint color.
Each CliqStudios cabinet line offers a variety of molding options for every preference. Easily match any design style from contemporary to traditional while enhancing your design with furniture-like style.
Talk to a CliqStudios designer for additional molding options in your preferred cabinet line today!
Crown Molding
Crown molding is an essential cabinet accessory and a popular kitchen design element. Alone or in combination with fillers and valances, it can complement contemporary, traditional or eclectic cabinet styles.
A wide variety of looks can be achieved by using varying heights of crown moldings. Molding starters and fillers can be used to add height and a more ornate look. However, take note of the size and scale of the kitchen cabinets before using this statement piece.
Designers use crown molding as a tool to create definition and dress up cabinets. One popular way to add definition is with staggered cabinets. By adding molding, each high point draws more attention while visually directing the eye across the kitchen.
Traditional Molding
The graceful five-step profile of our traditional crown molding offers a time-honored look with a contemporary feel.
Cove Molding
The simple architectural concave profile of our cove crown molding provides an elegant finish to any cabinet style.
Ceiling Molding
The ornate decorative profile of our ceiling crown molding incorporates steps and curves.
Angle Molding
The perfect complement for Shaker, Mission and Arts and Crafts styles, angle crown molding also works well with contemporary designs.
Soffit Molding
This subtle low-profile molding is perfect under a soffit or where vertical space is limited.
Tall Molding
The soft curve and details of this molding is a fusion between Traditional and Modern making it a great choice for many design styles.
Light Rail Molding
Light rail molding conceals under-cabinet light fixtures, preventing glare while providing a finished furniture look to cabinetry. If you need assistance, your designer can help you choose the best cabinet molding for your given kitchen design style.
Shaker Light Rail Molding
Neatly finishing a simple Shaker cabinet design, this light rail is modern and low-profile.
Window Casing Molding
When applied vertically to the cabinet frame, this angular and stepped window trim becomes a perfect complement to your cabinets
Countertop Molding
Typically used with a finished panel to create a custom countertop, this molding is also a neat and simple light rail trim.
Outside Corner Molding
A straight, simple, and economical light rail solution.
Light Baffle Molding
The light baffle offers clean lines with a bolder look.
Light Rail Molding
As a more traditional option, this light rail will add a decorative touch.
Baseboard Molding
Decorated with the simple, S-shaped curve known as an ogee, this cabinet molding is timeless in kitchen cabinet design. The ogee molding is commonly used as a base trim, but can also be used as a light rail, or stacked with other millwork like crown molding.
Cabinet Molding Customization Options by CliqStudios
Along with other benefits, the great thing about cabinet molding is you can customize it. No matter what the application, it can be embellished by stacking together other moldings or using appliques. The key is honoring your kitchen design style and creating a cohesive look.
Speak to a CliqStudios designer about the unique options available in your preferred cabinet line today!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right molding for my kitchen cabinets?
A good rule of thumb for choosing the perfect kitchen cabinet molding is to look at your door style. For example, if you’re using a modern shaker door style, go with a modern and minimal molding. Matching the style is key for the design to look cohesive. Similarly, if your kitchen design is in a raised panel style, use a decorative molding with more ornate details to match the style.
Can I install molding and trim myself, or should I hire a professional?
Yes, anyone can install their own molding and trim. This project does tend to be more complicated because you need to use a miter saw and cut moldings at a 45-degree angle. If this sounds intimidating, it’s best to call a professional for assistance.
Crown molding a finishing touch that can make or break a design. Professionals have vast experience and can also get this project done quickly. It will be well worth your investment.
How can molding and trim enhance the resale value of my home?
Crown molding and trim can increase the resale value of your home, but there are a few things to keep in mind. Focus on rooms that matter the most like the kitchen, bathrooms, bedrooms and the living room. Additionally, make sure the molding matches your home’s style.
Choosing a very ornate molding can scare away future buyers, so consider your home’s style along with the door style of your kitchen cabinetry before making this decision. Since every project is different, there is no way to estimate the potential resale value for molding. However, if you follow these recommendations, you should see a great return on investment.
What is the price range for kitchen cabinet molding?
On average the price range for kitchen cabinet molding ranges from $400 - $800 or more. All these figures will vary because every project is completely custom and based on the homeowner’s specific preferences. Each project will have a different quantity of wall cabinets in addition to different styles of crown molding being used. In general, however, you can assume one stick of molding is around $100.
Where can I buy cabinet molding?
Cabinet molding can be purchased at any custom shop, big-box retailer or online remodeling resource like CliqStudios. At CliqStudios, we offer a wide range of moldings including crown, light rail, and baseboard moldings to complete your kitchen and bath design. Each of our cabinet lines from RTA to custom offer wood molding that will match your new cabinetry. Explore CliqStudios molding and trim now!
What type of molding do you use for cabinets?
There are many types of moldings for kitchen cabinets, but the main three include crown molding, light rail and baseboard molding. Crown is for the top of wall cabinets to add height and a strong decorative touch. Light rail is typically used to add a furniture look as well as cover under cabinet lighting. And baseboard molding is great for covering up unwanted toe kicks and adding a furniture aesthetic to your kitchen or bathroom.
How do you add molding to existing cabinets?
The first step in adding molding to existing cabinets is finding the right finish. When stained cabinets are pre-existing, they have often had time to settle into a darker tone unlike brand-new wood trim. Finding a matching paint will be much less difficult. Next, find the style that works best with your current cabinets and home.
To add molding to your cabinets, you will need a miter saw, a Brad Nailer and a touch-up kit in a matching finish. Cut your kitchen cabinet moldings upside down at the angle they will hang and be careful to compensate for molding overhang on corners. After doing a dry-fit, simply align the molding on your cabinet face frame and use the Brad Nailer to attach. Once trim is installed, use the putty stick and stain or paint pen to touch up the nail holes and seams.
