Congratulations… you’re thinking of installing cornice to future-proof your home in 2024 and stay trendy plus functional. But every home is unique, and cornices are not a one-size-fits-all asset.
While this may seem like a minor choice, you don’t want to leave the cohesiveness of your home to chance. Luckily, our easy-to-follow guide for choosing the right cornice for your home makes the design process ten times easier.
Step 1: Understand What Cornice Styles are on Offer
While there are too many styles of homes to name, at least cornices can be split into two groups to help you find a style for your home.
Traditional vs Modern | Your Choices for Installing Cornice
Traditional cornice styles have evolved and no longer mean medieval castle vibes (unless you’re into that). When you ask for traditional cornice options, you’ll find ornate, detailed designs that perfectly suit high ceilings and period-style homes, adding character to any space.
Modern cornice options are much sleeker and minimalist. In contemporary spaces that make a statement on their own, modern styles transition walls into the ceiling elegantly and don’t take attention away from other design choices.
Step 2: Know the Limitations of Your Space Before Installing Cornice
Room Size and Ceiling Height
High ceilings are a statement on their own, but larger and more decorative cornice styles can improve this dramatically.
On the other hand, smaller rooms should stick to simple designs, or you run the risk of overwhelming your space and losing cohesiveness.
HOT TIP: A smaller cornice can create an illusion of a taller space – just watch your head.
Which Room Is This?
In 2024, we are no longer afraid of installing cornice with different designs in different rooms!
Your lounge room and home office are used for different things, and sometimes a change in cornice styles is needed to reflect this.
Remember, cornices are made to fit your home, not the other way around.
Installing Cornice? Consider your Existing Decor
If you’re debating between a few styles, take inspiration from your home’s furniture, textures, and shapes.
If in doubt, ask the professionals. At High Profile Architectural Mouldings, our team has installed plenty of cornices and can confidently help your décor decisions.
Step 3: Installation Considerations
Installing cornice can be a great DIY project, but these considerations can ensure you achieve a flawless finish for your home.
Firstly, samples, samples, samples! There is no point regretting your design choice after the project’s complete, so if you’re ever in doubt, sample it out.
Secondly, complex room designs might make this project one for professionals.
There’s no problem with giving things a go (and cornices are generally simple to install), but help can be good too.
HOT TIP: Get your supplies ready before you start! There is nothing worse than having to pause a project to go back to Bunnings (except for the extra sausage sizzle opportunity).
Step 4: Think About Maintenance
Luckily, cornices are like walls – they rarely need cleaning. However, designs that are more intricate may require a dust now and again. We think they’re totally worth it, though!
Step 5: Need Help? Reach Out!
At High Profile Architectural Mouldings, no job is too big or too small.
Whether you need design advice, or some tips for installing cornice, contact us today or visit our website for some inspiration.
