TIPS & INSPIRATION
"The right skirting board can really make the difference
in your interior"
It only seems like a detail, but it is the attention for detail that contributes to a beautiful result.
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WHY DO YOU INSTALL SKIRTINGS?
To finish the transition from the floor to the wall beautiful and clean, a skirting is placed. Skirting forms a sort of bumper. They act as a protector of walls and prevent dirt or moisture from damaging the walls.
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"With the skirting boards, you can play in your interior. Rural, surprising or contemporary? It's possible !"
WHICH TYPE OF SKIRTING BELONGS WHERE?
That is completely up to you. A few tips & classics:
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In a room with high ceilings our suggestion is to choose higher skirtings. This way, you create a more spatious feeling. If you give the skirting and the wall the same color, you can increase this effect. A colorfull accent can provide contrast, so that your skirting becomes a real eye-catcher.
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In a modern interior, a minimalistic skirting is now very popular. A low model of 4 to 5 cm high emphasizes the sleek appearance of the room. Give the skirting boards the same color as the wall, creates more tranquility.
A classic or kraal skirting will reinforce the authentic character of a home. The skirting is in that case indispensable for the total picture.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A SKIRTING BOARD?
Each baseboard has its own benefits. For example, a higher skirting offers added value during a renovation. If the bottom of the walls is damaged, a higher baseboard will camouflage the imperfections. Another advantage of this type of skirting is the possibility of hiding cables. A practical and elegant solution!
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When existing baseboards cannot be removed, cover « Overzet » baseboards are just what you need. This skirting can be placed over an old one. Our products are always available in several thicknesses so that they always adapt to existing door frames.
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If you do not want to lacquer the skirting boards yourself, you can also choose for the lacquered models in a specific RAL color.
WHICH TYPE OF SKIRTING BELONGS WHERE?
MDF skirting boards have high wear resistance, are easy to work with and do not warp or split. MDF is also moisture resistant and can be exposed to high humidity for a short time. Keep in mind that MDF can absorb water. In this case, the material swells, but due to gluing the baseboard will not fall apart.
MDF skirting boards are therefore not the best option for damp rooms, such as the bathroom. Make sure that surfaces that come into contact with moisture have been treated with a resistant product or lacquer.
Glued solid skirting boards are very strong and more resistant to humidity. This is why they are preferred for damp rooms. By gluing several layers of wood, you get an extremely stable and strong skirting board. In addition, the primer is also smoother and better finished.