How to Cut Cove Moulding
Cove moulding, which is also called vinyl cove base by some home products suppliers, is an affordable and simple way to finish your flooring installation in both home and commercial applications.
Because it is durable, water resistant, easy to clean, and has a decorative lip, it's often used in kitchens, bathrooms, hospitals, hair salons, restaurants or anywhere else that flat tile is typically installed.
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Things You'll Need
- Metal measuring square
- Utility knife
- Scrap piece of wood or cutting board
- Vinyl cove moulding
- Pencil
- Paper
Instructions
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Take measurements of all the areas in which you'll be installing your vinyl cove moulding, and write them down on a piece of paper to refer to when making your cuts later.
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Place your moulding face down on a wood piece or cutting board. Measure it lengthwise and mark the cut lines on the back side of the moulding with your pencil. Align the metal measuring square with your pencil mark, and run your utility knife back and forth a few times to score and cut it. Make sure you cut it at an exact angle on each piece to ensure that it fits properly with the next piece for a seamless line when installed.
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When cutting inside corner pieces that will join together, cut in the second piece of the moulding's small bottom lip a little at a time, aligning it as you go along to test and ensure a snug fit before adhering.
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Wrap moulding around outside corners, but before adhering, mark the area where the moulding hits the wall's corner point on the inside of the moulding using your square and pencil. Then firmly turn the area you marked out face to face over the square, and carefully cut the vinyl from the inside to about half the thickness. This will make the bend of the moulding fit tightly with the wall and prevent any gaps that are evidence of a novice installer.
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Tips & Warnings
If you find yourself unsatisfied with the selection at your local home supply store, consider visiting a retailer that deals specifically in flooring. There are a few manufacturers that have hundreds of different types of cove moulding in various colors, textures and finishes such as matte and glossy.
Re-check your measurements; it's worth the time it takes to double-check since you can't undo your too-small cuts when your measurements are incorrect.
