Title: How to Cut Crown Molding for a Curved Wall | DoItYourself.com
Headings: How to Cut Crown Molding for a Curved Wall
How to Cut Crown Molding for a Curved Wall
Cut the Molding
Shape the Molding
Glue the Molding

Content: How to Cut Crown Molding for a Curved Wall | DoItYourself.com
How to Cut Crown Molding for a Curved Wall
Written by Jackie Carmichael
on Oct 23, 2010
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1-4 hours
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What You'll Need
Utility knife
Crown molding adhesive
Three wooden poles (ceiling height)
Three dry cloths
Crown molding
What You'll Need
Utility knife
Crown molding adhesive
Three wooden poles (ceiling height)
Three dry cloths
Crown molding
Properly cutting crown molding for a curved wall will both keep the molding intact and secure it to the wall. Some crown molding is made from plastic foam and can be shaped to create a curve to follow the wall. Cut the Molding
The back of the molding is not a curved shape. It is designed with three flat surfaces. The outermost two are for the adhesive. To create a curved shape, slice the back of the molding with the utility knife, creating “V” shapes with each cut. Continue reading below Our Video of the Day
Shape the Molding
With each cut, you will note the molding starts to curve naturally. Space the cuts to allow for enough maneuverability, but cut them thin enough to not break through the outer surface. Once you have reached the other end of the molding, your curve should be ready to glue.