How to Install Wood Crown Molding Like a Pro

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In this video, we will guide you through the process of installing crown molding in your bedroom, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to your space. Whether you're looking to upgrade your bedroom décor, undertake a bedroom renovation, or simply enhance the overall aesthetic, crown molding is a perfect choice. We will provide you with step-by-step instructions, tips, and techniques to ensure a successful installation. Our DIY approach will empower you to take on this home improvement project with confidence. Watch now and transform your bedroom with the timeless beauty of crown molding!
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00:00 - Introduction
00:58 - Unique Installation Method Explanation
01:26 - Installing Spruce Backer Pieces
02:24 - Measuring and Cutting Molding Pieces
03:24 - Installing Molding Pieces and Checking Fit
04:26 - Dealing with Outside Corners
04:57 - Addressing Installation Mistakes
05:46 - Progress Overview
06:15 - Caulking and Filling Nail Holes
06:47 - Final Touches and Painting
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@eveb3749 Ай бұрын

Nice forever home. Great videos.

@DIYwithMAX Ай бұрын

Thank you very much.

@gayleenchapman4447 Жыл бұрын

Well done! You saved my sanity. Was about to give up Crown Moldings until I saw your video. Now I'm a pro (close to). Keep up the good work.

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

I’m glad I could help. Thank you for taking the time to leave a comment and subscribing to support the channel. Please let me know how your project turns out and if I can help in any way.

@angelf9800 Жыл бұрын

Remolding my house and this video helped me

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

Angel I’m glad you found the video helpful. Thank you for liking and subscribing to support the channel and help spread the info to other folks. Please let me know if I can help in any way.

@jwonderfulsuccess 4 ай бұрын

Before any of this! Make sure your ceiling is level! Older houses walls and ceilings can be warped and very off level. In my grandmothers townhouse on the top floor ceiling the whole ceiling is off and sagging in the middle where the skylight is. I put up a 12 ft crown moulding piece before I checked with the laser level and then realized its off 3 inches from one side to the other. Im going to have to rip the drywall out and reframe parts of the ceiling, drywall, mud, sand and paint before I can put the crown molding on. I'm just glad to help and will make it a fun project and keep a positive mental attitude. Cheers guys 👍

@DIYwithMAX 4 ай бұрын

Great advice thank you for taking the time to share.

@Santos-ek8md Жыл бұрын

Great work Max😁💪 Yea I've never seen someone using spruce or pine even for proper backing. But i guess if you don't want to locate the studs & mark them you can also do it this way. Not to be redundant. You've always made & used the sample inside/outside pcs for installing & it's always worked for you??

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

Yes as long as you make sure the cuts are right to begin with. If for any reason your sample peace’s are not cut right they will not line up. Thanks for taking the time to leave comment and supporting the channel by subscribing. If I can help in any way with your project please let me know.

@marwanm8942 11 ай бұрын

High quality video!. so the measurement should always taken at the bottom side of the molding and at the tip of the cut regardless if it is IC or OC. correct?

@DIYwithMAX 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind words. That is correct. If your saw is set up like shown in the video then measuring the bottom will give you tops that line up as well

@rickzwolinski 3 күн бұрын

mitred corners when nailed open up and leave gaps in the joints. perhaps try coping

@DIYwithMAX 3 күн бұрын

Thank you. But that’s what caulk is for my friend.

@mie2263 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks, what size of nail did u use to hold the 1x2 spruce to keep it firm? And what size did you use for the crown molding

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

Good question. We used 2” nails to secure everything. Thank you for the questions and subscribing to support the channel. Please let me know if I can help in any other way with your project.

@mie2263 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your reply, do the spruce stay firm even if nailed to the drywall or it needs to be mailed to the studs? Thanks

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

We did not focus on making sure it is nailed in to the studs but there is a high probability that you will hit a bunch of studs any way. But even if you don’t securing the spruce to the studs it is very hard to remove it if it’s just nailed in to the Sheetrock. We used this method in my place 11 years ago and the molding looks the same as when it was installed.

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

Last time we chatted was 5 month ago. Are you still in the planning stage?

@mie2263 Жыл бұрын

@@DIYwithMAX perfect!! And yes, when I commented the first time I was collecting info, making numbers, learning how to do every step for the remodel, then I've been so busy and now I started with it, thanks for all the info and for the video, it really will help me 👍

@tjslbfyt98 Жыл бұрын

What is the size of the spruce strips? 2x2? 1x3? And you adjust it to fit the sample molding, touching both the ceiling and the wall right?, then you nail the strip to the ceiling and wall right?

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

Hey I hope this answers your question. We use 1x2 inch spruce. Correct adjust with the sample molding peace so it has the right angle and then nail it in to wall and sealing. Be careful so it does not slip on you when your using the nailer. It’s best to check the fit after it is nailed as well. Also the spruce is not perfect so you may have to cut it to smaller peace’s to get rid of the curves in the spruce. Thank you for taking the time to ask additional questions and subscribing to support the channel. Please let me know if I can help in any other way.

@victorvek5227 Жыл бұрын

No coped inside corners?

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

Nope just cut it to size and fill the gaps with caulk if need to. Thank you for taking the time to reach out and subscribing to support the channel. Please let me know if I can help you in any way with your project.

@i.am.ghost. Жыл бұрын

I gave up and took everything back to HDepot. I couldn't make interior corners to match each other. I was always having a quarter of an inch gap at the top of the mounting. I couldn't figure it out why and gave up after 3 hours of trying.

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

That’s ok man. You gave it a try and that’s what matters. This stuff is not cheep so if it’s not working out no sense of waisting your hard earned money. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment and subscribing to the channel.

@i.am.ghost. Жыл бұрын

@DIYwithMAX - 🇺🇦 i guess i figure it out what was my mistake. I didn't align them right on the wall. I will follow your idea with that wood underneath.

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

That is awesome, way to stick with it. The spruce does make it easier to nail it up. Just make sure you keep the spruce 3 to 4 inches away from the corners so you have space for the molding to meet up. If you have any more questions let me know and I’ll be happy to chat about your project.

@JoePopalisky 6 ай бұрын

@@DIYwithMAX i am about to tackle my kitchen. I did my bathroom a couple month ago and the ceiling was very uneven, luckily we did a dark grey molding and ceiling paint for the bathroom so between that and the caulk, it hid the imperfections. I like the idea of the spruce for my kitchen. But if my ceiling is as uneven as the bathroom, should i find the low point on all 4 walls of the kitchen and work off that, then just cover the gap on top with caulk? Or do you just try to get it as close to the ceiling and wall as possible even if its not dead straight? i hope my question makes sense. Best video ive seen on CM installs

@DIYwithMAX 6 ай бұрын

@JoePopalisky that’s awesome that your taking this one. We had some uneven ceilings as well and you just try to line it up as best you can the gaps should be minimal the longer the run is. And you cover the rest with caulk like you did in the bathroom. If your getting big gaps double check the angle of the spruce to make sure it’s angled properly as it can cause alignment issues if not fitted at correct angle behind the molding. The sample peace of the molding you use will dictate the angle. Also having the spruce backer will help you better shape the molding as you will have a lot of area to nail to. I hope this helps. If you have any other questions please email me at DIYwithMax@gmail.com and we can continue the conversation there. I’m always happy to help folks in the community.

@TuryLanderos 5 ай бұрын

Hi What size mounding?

@DIYwithMAX 5 ай бұрын

The molding we installed was 3.5 inch

@SounDiZLife 7 ай бұрын

Caulk with a sponge wet sponge

@DIYwithMAX 7 ай бұрын

Good suggestion.

@jlfalwell3 4 ай бұрын

Appreciate you showing mistakes.

@DIYwithMAX 4 ай бұрын

I’m glad you found it helpful. Mistakes happen to the best of us. Please pay it forward by hitting the like 👍 button on the visor so it gets recommended to more folks like you looking for this informations.

@OHUQTU Жыл бұрын

Why do you call the nailers "spruce"?

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the question. The strips of wood used for nailers as you call it are strips of cheep species of wood named spruce. I call them that so if someone watching who is not familiar with what wood to use does not go with more expensive options at a lumber yard.

@dubmob151 4 ай бұрын

Is that usually the cheapest wood available?

@DIYwithMAX 4 ай бұрын

@dubmob151 correct

@johnpauledstrom4491 5 ай бұрын

Kids never use caulk to fill nail holes! Wood putty for nail holes caulk for gap between trim and wall or ceiling and inside corners wood putty for seams and outside corners if needed.

@DIYwithMAX 5 ай бұрын

Caulk has got the stretch needed to make sure it does not dry out and crack. That’s why I use it. I’m sure your suggestion will work as well but for how long. My method has worked for 12 years with no issues. Are you getting similar results?

@AbundioLendechy 15 күн бұрын

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@rufushughes5602 4 ай бұрын

Not looking for entertainment there is no detail, just entertainment.

@DIYwithMAX 4 ай бұрын

Hey thanks for reaching out. What kind a details are you looking for? I’m happy to answer any questions you may have.

@thomholl7311 Жыл бұрын

Why did you skip the demonstration for adjusting the saw mitre/bevel?

@DIYwithMAX Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to reach out. I made it in to a separate 3 min video so it can be easily referenced and shared with folks that need it. You can find the link in the description below the video.

@rickzwolinski 2 күн бұрын

What about skill? Caulking is easy to apply, skill is much more challenging

@DIYwithMAX 2 күн бұрын

I totally get where you're coming from, and your suggestion would be spot on for a professional carpenter. This video, though, is aimed at beginners who are just getting started and might make a few common mistakes. That's why I included the solution to the most frequent problem. I hope this helps explain my choice!