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Interior Trim Basics (page 8 of 8)

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Steps 19 - 22

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19. Check the fit against the adjoining base cap in the corner.

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20. Trim with a file as necessary. After fitting the cope, measure the cap for length, cut the other end and nail it up.

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21. Install base shoe the same as the base cap, coping inside corners and mitering outside corners. Where the shoe meets the door casing, cut at a 30-degree angle the portion that sticks out. Predrill and nail the base shoe to the baseboard with 4d finishing nails.

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22. Set the nails and fill the holes with colored putty to match the wood stain. We mixed two shades of putty together to get a good color match. Press the putty into the holes with your finger and wipe the excess off with a cloth.

From The Family Handyman - November 2000

• 6 DIY Tips for Perfect Trim on Doors, Windows, and Base Moldings
• Tricks for getting tight-fitting joints on door and window casing and base moldings.
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• How to Prepare Wood Trim for a Smooth Paint Job
• Here's how to wash, sand, scrape, and fill woodwork for a smooth finish.
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• How To Cope Tight Joints
• Make molding, even in complex inside corners, fit perfectly with a coping saw.
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