Importance of Baseboards, Really?

Dick Betts - Well, isn't that interesting! I wasn't aware of how much taller baseboards where or that the Colonial Quarter Round is less desirable. 

Thanks for the information!

Good morning Dick. You are correct. Some do not pay attention to baseboards when installing new flooring. Big mistake. Enjoy your day.

Good morning! I just measured mine since I had no idea - ours are modern style,  5 1/2" tall but are made of Alder wood.

Hello Dick - we live with the term form and function in many parts of our everyday life. 

I really appreciate the way you spotlighted something as overlooked as baseboards and made it feel practical yet fresh, Dick Betts 🙂. Thanks for sharing such useful insight that reminds us even small details can change the whole look of a space!

Dick Betts I have not seen the Craftsman style baseboards around here.

Hi Dick- I've never given much thought to baseboards other than when I have to clean them. I agree, though, I would not change out my baseboards just to be stylish. 

I just spent two long weekend changing out our colonial baseboards for modern one. It matches our door frames and looks a lot better. 

I spent 10 days at the Arthur Anderson Business school back in the early 90's and remember an entire section on, "it's not about the suit, it's about the shoes, belt and tie." Baseboards are our home's shoes. Now I need a belt and tie... :-)

Deeper and deeper baseboards have become features on new homes.

     Trim is expensive but there are lots of ways to be stylish on a budget.

     Window trim especially, if just simple pine boards is the simple cottage look the builder wants or all the home DIY builder can afford, great. But adding a simple pencil trim reveal board, a separator with overhang jazzes up the look too. Like eye liner subtle but just a different transition.

     Do you know how to run a router? More luxurious stains can help elevate the look too Dick Betts !