Being able to install baseboards yourself (or skirting boards as they are known in the UK) is such a useful DIY skill to have. It's amazing the impact that new baseboards can have on a room, ...

Last weekend, I had the good fortune to show my son how to install wood baseboard and interior door casing. We’re in the final stages of finishing over 1,000 square feet of living space in the ...

When buying baseboards in the past, you only had just one choice: natural wood, usually pine or hemlock. Now, the choice of materials for baseboards and trim has expanded to include MDF and plastic.

The keys to a professional-looking baseboard installation are measuring properly and cutting the pieces properly.(KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty Images/iStockphoto) Q: I am redecorating my living room, ...

Q: I have just taken back a rental property that I am going to live in. After painting and repairs, I am thinking of replacing the baseboards with something nice looking. Is this expensive and/or ...

Contractor using a caulking gun along a baseboard - Aquaarts Studio/Getty Images When you think of a home renovation project, tasks like painting the walls and installing new fixtures might be the ...

Dear Angie: What does it cost to replace baseboards? Mine are made of dark wood that was painted white, but is now chipping. I’m interested in replacing the existing trim with pre-painted, faux-wood ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? The first step in installing attractive wood trim is marking its length accurately.

Dear James: I am redecorating my living room, and I think new decorative baseboards would help. My neighbor tried installing them himself, and it looked pretty bad. Do you have any tips for installing ...