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Interior Trim Basics (page 6 of 8)

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Steps 11 - 14

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11. Trim a window using the same techniques as we showed for a door. However, cut and tack the top casing first. Then fit the sides and finish with the bottom.

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12. Fit one miter on the bottom, then overlap the opposite miter and mark it. Cut the miter 1/8 in. overlong, slide the casing into place and trim it down gradually while checking the fit.

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13. Rough-cut all the baseboards about 2 in. overlong and lay them in place around the perimeter of the floor. Start with the longest wall, cut the first piece to length and nail it into the studs with 6d finishing nails. Remember to predrill your holes. Continue around the room, cutting the inside corners off at 90 degrees and butting them together.

14. Miter two 1-ft. Test pieces about a foot long and press them tightly against the outside corners to determine the correct angle. Adjust the miter saw to get a tight fit.

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