How to Install Our Wainscoting Around Windows and Radiators

Tips on How to Trim Around Windows and Doors
 


 

This is the easier way, which for many people looks better. This method is excellent when casings are thicker than 1/2". If not, simply bevel back the wainscoting parts to equal the thickness of your existing trim. Or you can replace your door and window trim.

(A) Illustrates a standard stile that has been cut in half at 90 degrees.

(B) Shows one-half of the stile up against the door and window casing.

(C) Unlike the sample above, the stile does not have to go directly center of the window sill. Take into consideration the distance that you would like for the entire room. Remember, unlike typical paneling systems, Elite Wall Paneled Wainscoting allows you to make as wide a panel as you need.

(D) The top of the Top Rail will likely need to be beveled back to meet with the door

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The major difference with this method is that you will require a few more components and time to trim around the window (c). Stock items can be used. Most of our customers are hobby carpenters who prefer this look. Builders and contractors are time conscious and prefer the first method.

How to Wrap Wainscoting Around Vents

Depending on your wall, you may run into the tricky situation of having a radiator or heater built-in or against it. The question then becomes, how do you make sure your wainscoting is applied and still looks good? Luckily, the solution is simple: go around it. 

The best way to wrap your wainscoting around radiators and heating vents is to use your baseboard or lower rail to border around it. This will work with our Wall, Flat, Beaded, or Raised Panel Wainscoting Systems. 

If you have a lot of baseboards to work with, we suggest that you order a few extra lower rails. That way you have enough product to cover the entire area. Should you require any assistance in ordering or have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us anytime!

You can also make the choice to enclose your baseboard heaters or radiators with a suitably matching cover like this:

For different options and styles of covers, check out Go-Overboard