Interior Modern Kitchen Window Trim Ideas
The windows in an average American kitchen follow a few basic designs, and they are not a focal point of the room. Standard, construction-grade trim molding designs haven't changed in many years, so they can hardly be called modern. However, since window trim is not part of the structure of a window, you don't have to settle for the traditional or ordinary. Think imaginatively to update what you have, or create something new and different for your kitchen.
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Black Paint
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Black interior trim has a bold, modern look that can work in many different homes, and you don't have to spend a fortune to get it. Although black seems straightforward, it is available in many color blends from cool black with blue tones to warmer, brown-black. Because of the variety, black works with almost any color scheme. Paired with deep toned walls like red or gold, it can transform your kitchen into a jewel box of rich color. In a crisp, white kitchen, black highlights the window's details. Black shows every speck of dust, so clean it regularly.
Marble
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Marble is expensive, but pre-cut marble sections beef up windows without a big price tag. They are available in different lengths, widths and thicknesses in the tile and flooring departments of most home improvement centers. Usually marketed as interior thresholds and window sills, these narrow strips can frame a window, too. The edges are cut straight, so they'll align with the edges of your windows. Install marble with tile adhesive, or use construction adhesive for a quicker set. Insert spacers between the sections and fill the seams with grout, or butt the pieces firmly together and seal the seams with clear silicone to help keep water out. Use an alkaline cleaner or soap and water to maintain marble. Acidic cleaners like vinegar can destroy the stone over time.
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Copper
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Copper is finding its way into kitchens more and more, and it doesn't have to be costly. Thin copper flashing, which is available in rolls, is most often used in exterior work like roofing. The largest width available in the United States is 36 inches, according to the Copper Development Association. Choose inexpensive, 1-by-4 pine boards for the window trim structure, and wrap them in copper. After cutting each board to the appropriate size, unroll the flashing across the board, cut it to the right length and wrap it around by pounding it with a rubber mallet. Turn the board over and tack the flashing to the back with short tacks or screws before installing the trim. Use care when handling copper flashing. Cut edges are very sharp, so wear gloves. Seal the copper to keep it shiny, or allow natural green oxidation to happen over time.
Tile
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Tiles are a natural choice for kitchens. Home improvement centers carry decorative tiles in natural stone, glass, porcelain and other materials. Some have intricate metallic designs, while others are plain. Trim a window with special L-shaped, bull nose tiles, which will rest on the wall surface and wrap snugly around the edge. Use narrow bar tiles alone to create a thin strip of color around the window, or combine them with wider tiles for a more substantial look. Create an artistic, mosaic tile window frame with broken tile pieces set in tile adhesive. Scatter glass marbles or beads throughout the mosaic design for more sparkle, and add a narrow row of wood trim around the edge to frame it.
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