Base Molding

On a piece of paper, draw out the cuts and pieces needed; place measurements next to each cut on your drawing.

• Measure the perimeter of the system, including all sides and corners.

• If a single measurement is larger than 84” (or the size of a standard length of board), multiple pieces of base molding will need to be used. Consider this as you plan your cut measurements.

When planning your cuts, remember that all seams should have the angle facing away from the entrance to the room.

Identify any pieces that will come together on a corner.

Any seams located in the middle of a section should land on a partition for nailing.

Check the height of the base molding; the molding needs to line up approximately 1/4” onto the bottom of the fixed shelf.

NOTE: Keep a minimum of 3/8” showing below the system to allow the client to add doors or drawers in the future.

Prior to cutting, ensure you inspect and square up the saw.

Inside and outside corners are to have a 45-degree miter cut.

When cutting seams that are not corners, use a 22.5 degree angle.

If the piece fits, move on to the next piece.

If the piece does not fit, mark where it needs to be cut, or note what the new measurement needs to be, assuming it is too short.

If any of the sections on the system are over 24”, add a nailer to create stability.

During this step, recut any pieces that did not fit, and test fit the recuts.

Use 18-gauge 2-inch nails for attachment; a minimum of 2 nails per partition.