What are the functions of baseboards, base caps, and shoe moulding?

<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Building-Materials-Moulding-Millwork-Moulding-Baseboard/N-5yc1vZcbjp?emt=plpfaq_2506_moulding" style="text-decoration: underline;">Baseboard</a> creates a finished look where the wall meets the floor, hiding imperfections and protecting the wall from kicks. <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Building-Materials-Moulding-Millwork-Moulding-Base-Cap/N-5yc1vZ2fkpbgm?emt=plpfaq_2506_moulding" style="text-decoration: underline;">Base cap</a> adds decorative flair atop the baseboard for a more substantial look, and <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Building-Materials-Moulding-Millwork-Moulding-Shoe-Quarter-Round/N-5yc1vZcldr?emt=plpfaq_2506_moulding" style="text-decoration: underline;">shoe & quarter round</a> creates a seamless transition between the baseboard and the floor, covering any gaps.

How easy is it to install moulding?

Many types of moulding are surprisingly easy to install with basic tools like a miter saw, nail gun, and adhesive. Check out our online guides and videos for step-by-step instructions, and don't hesitate to start with a small, manageable project!

What's the difference between primed and finished moulding?

<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Building-Materials-Moulding-Millwork-Moulding/Primed/N-5yc1vZara1Z1z0sfky?emt=plpfaq_2506_moulding" style="text-decoration: underline;">Primed moulding</a> comes with a base coat of paint already applied, saving you time on prep work before painting your desired color. <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Building-Materials-Moulding-Millwork-Moulding/Finished/N-5yc1vZara1Z1z0sfpc?emt=plpfaq_2506_moulding" style="text-decoration: underline;">Finished moulding</a> is pre-stained or painted and ready to install, so you can enjoy your new look as soon as it's up.

What color moulding will give my home a contemporary feel?

<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Building-Materials-Moulding-Millwork-Moulding/Gray/N-5yc1vZara1Z1z0vjuj?emt=plpfaq_2506_moulding" style="text-decoration: underline;">Gray</a> moulding is a great choice for a sleek, modern aesthetic, offering a sophisticated, neutral tone. Alternatively, <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/b/Building-Materials-Moulding-Millwork-Moulding/Black/N-5yc1vZara1Z1z0vm5i?emt=plpfaq_2506_moulding" style="text-decoration: underline;">black</a> moulding creates a bold, dramatic effect that can add real definition to any room - just be sure to have that paint available to create that perfect look.

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Royal Mouldings12 ft. x 5-1/2 in. x 3/4 in. Cellular Vinyl Trim Plank Molding

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Model# 0731112003

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Woodgrain Millwork11/16 in. x 5-1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed MDF Craftsman Baseboard Moulding (1-Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)

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Model# 10026967

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Alexandria MouldingPro Pack 121 1/2 in. x 5-1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed MDF Baseboard Moulding (8-Pack − 64 Total Linear Feet)

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Model# 121X6-96096PK

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Royal Building Products7828 5/8 in. x 6 in. x 12 ft. PVC Vinyl Trimplank S4S Molding White

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Model# 5912682

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Royal Mouldings7311 3/4 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed PVC Flat Utility Moulding, S4S (1-Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)

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Model# 6064646

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Woodgrain Millwork11/16 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed Finger Jointed Flat Utility Moulding, S4S (1-Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)

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Model# 10005563

$2368

Ornamental Mouldings1262 3/4 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed Baseboard Wood Moulding (1-Piece - 0.67 Total Linear Feet)

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Model# 1262-8FTPRIM

$6199

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Ornamental MouldingsOML30B-8FTWHW 0.468 in. D x 5.5 in. W x 96 in. L Unfinished White Hardwood Base Molding

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Flex TrimHD 1x6 3/4 in. x 5-1/2 in. x 96 in. Polyurethane Flexible Flat Stock S4S Moulding

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Model# 90127

$16900

Ekena Millwork3-3/4 in. x 5-1/2 in. x 94-1/2 in. Polyurethane Rose Crown Moulding

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Model# MLD05X02X06RO

$2718

($3.45 /ln. ft.)

HOUSE OF FARA8825 15/32 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed MDF Baseboard Moulding (1-Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)

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Ekena Millwork5-1/2 in. x 7-1/2 in. x 96 in. Crown Moulding, PVC

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Royal Mouldings12 ft.​ x 5-​1/​2 in.​ x 3/​4 in.​ Cellular Vinyl Trim Plank Molding

Woodgrain Millwork11/​16 in.​ x 5-​1/​2 in.​ x 96 in.​ Primed MDF Craftsman Baseboard Moulding (1-​Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)​

Alexandria MouldingPro Pack 121 1/​2 in.​ x 5-​1/​2 in.​ x 96 in.​ Primed MDF Baseboard Moulding (8-​Pack − 64 Total Linear Feet)​

Royal Building Products7828 5/​8 in.​ x 6 in.​ x 12 ft.​ PVC Vinyl Trimplank S4S Molding White

Royal Mouldings7311 3/​4 in.​ x 5 1/​2 in.​ x 96 in.​ Primed PVC Flat Utility Moulding, S4S (1-​Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)​

Woodgrain Millwork11/​16 in.​ x 5 1/​2 in.​ x 96 in.​ Primed Finger Jointed Flat Utility Moulding, S4S (1-​Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)​

Ornamental Mouldings1262 3/​4 in.​ x 5 1/​2 in.​ x 96 in.​ Primed Baseboard Wood Moulding (1-​Piece -​ 0.​67 Total Linear Feet)​

Ornamental MouldingsOML30B-​8FTWHW 0.​468 in.​ D x 5.​5 in.​ W x 96 in.​ L Unfinished White Hardwood Base Molding

Flex TrimHD 1x6 3/​4 in.​ x 5-​1/​2 in.​ x 96 in.​ Polyurethane Flexible Flat Stock S4S Moulding

Ekena Millwork3-​3/​4 in.​ x 5-​1/​2 in.​ x 94-​1/​2 in.​ Polyurethane Rose Crown Moulding

HOUSE OF FARA8825 15/​32 in.​ x 5 1/​2 in.​ x 96 in.​ Primed MDF Baseboard Moulding (1-​Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)​

Ekena Millwork5-​1/​2 in.​ x 7-​1/​2 in.​ x 96 in.​ Crown Moulding, PVC

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Royal Mouldings12 ft. x 5-1/2 in. x 3/4 in. Cellular Vinyl Trim Plank Molding

Woodgrain Millwork11/16 in. x 5-1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed MDF Craftsman Baseboard Moulding (1-Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)

Alexandria MouldingPro Pack 121 1/2 in. x 5-1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed MDF Baseboard Moulding (8-Pack − 64 Total Linear Feet)

Royal Building Products7828 5/8 in. x 6 in. x 12 ft. PVC Vinyl Trimplank S4S Molding White

Royal Mouldings7311 3/4 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed PVC Flat Utility Moulding, S4S (1-Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)

Woodgrain Millwork11/16 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed Finger Jointed Flat Utility Moulding, S4S (1-Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)

Ornamental Mouldings1262 3/4 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed Baseboard Wood Moulding (1-Piece - 0.67 Total Linear Feet)

Ornamental MouldingsOML30B-8FTWHW 0.468 in. D x 5.5 in. W x 96 in. L Unfinished White Hardwood Base Molding

Flex TrimHD 1x6 3/4 in. x 5-1/2 in. x 96 in. Polyurethane Flexible Flat Stock S4S Moulding

Ekena Millwork3-3/4 in. x 5-1/2 in. x 94-1/2 in. Polyurethane Rose Crown Moulding

HOUSE OF FARA8825 15/32 in. x 5 1/2 in. x 96 in. Primed MDF Baseboard Moulding (1-Piece − 8 Total Linear Feet)

Ekena Millwork5-1/2 in. x 7-1/2 in. x 96 in. Crown Moulding, PVC