Step By Step Process Of Adding Trim To Bottom Of Kitchen Cabinets
Installation of the custom trim, also commonly known as shoe molding, at the base of the cabinets is an ideal way to add a high-end appearance to any room. Matching the cabinets as well as the baseboard trim is totally dependent on the main aim of the homeowner, painting the two elements with the same color can combine a room or provide unwanted interruption. You have to make a decision that needs to be based on your color scheme, planned design, as well as the main focal point of the room. If in case you want to add custom trim or shoe molding to the bottom of your kitchen cabinets, you first need to gather the required tools & materials before going through the step by step process in order to accomplish this task:
Tools & Materials Needed
- Pencil, Table Saw & Rags
- Finish Nailer & Miter Saw
- Sponge Brushes & Orbital Sander
- Safety Glasses & Tape Measure
- Stock Cherry 1x & Stain
Step 1: Sand All The Pieces
The first and foremost step is to tear 1x to size with the help of a table saw. One of the safety measures while using a table saw is to make sure that you are using a push stick rather than using your hand in order to push the wood through the blade. Now, start sanding all the pieces with the help of an orbital sander. The main purpose of the sanding process is to get rid of the defects in the wood and also provide a satisfying, clean surface for the stain.
Step 2: Stain The Sides Of The Wood
The next step is to stain the sides of the wood, with the help of a sponge brush, that will be visible, & make sure to move along the grain of the wood. Allow it to sit for a couple of minutes, before wiping off the excess with the help of a clean, dry cloth. If in case the color is not as dark as you intended it to be, then you can apply another coat and again cleanse off any excess.
Step 3: Cut The Pieces
As soon as the stain has completely dried, calculate and make a mark for the correct length and then with the help of a miter saw trim the pieces on a 45-degree angle. In order to make the corner, turn over the trim piece and then cut it again. This in turn provides the reverse 45-degree angle in order to match the other trim piece.
Step 4: Secure The Trim
Finally, make the pieces dry fully and then fasten the trim to the cabinet with the help of a finish nailer. It is not needed to nail the trim to the floor due to the reason that it must remain drifting in order to bend with the movement of the home.