Step-by-Step Pictures and Instructions For Tight Miters on Recessed Jambs

By Jeff Gorton
Tricks for getting tight-fitting joints on door and window casing and base moldings. Read an overview of DIY Trim Tricks.
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1. Cut a shim just thick enough to slip under a straightedge spanning the drywall corner. Use this shim to elevate the outside edge of your molding (Photo 3) before cutting it.
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