Choosing the Interior Casings for Your Windows

Trim is a finishing material used in buildings, including all types of millwork such as flooring and wall paneling, and all types of moldings such as casings installed to cover transitional areas. 

Casing normally describes the wood that trims the perimeter of windows. Outside, the casing seals off the window frame to prevent uncontrolled air from entering the house. Meanwhile, interior casings are used to cover the interface of the window and wall surface. They also help to achieve a sharply defined shape to the windows for aesthetic purposes. 

There are several designs available and here are the most common types that you can inquire about from your local window installation company.

Complete Casings

If the molding surrounds all sides of the window, then it’s called a complete casing.  You can complement the dominant style in your home interior by opting for the traditional single layer or you can rack it up by installing multiple layers to appear more daring with stacked trims.

Low-Profile Casings

If you’re not the bold type and just want a demure look to your windows, you may choose a low-profile casing that lays flat against the interior walls. This is a practical and more economical option for your home. You should not have trouble finding a replacement window contractor who can assist you with this style.

High-Profile Casings

This type of interior trim offers a wide selection of styles. High-profile casings can entirely cover the perimeter of the window or come as a pediment above the window—showing off a unique yet skillful touch to your home. These casings can also be combined, making it an easy choice for classic homes with Victorian style.

Modern Casings

Modern homes have a sleek and sophisticated look at their interior features. Windows with minimal and clean lines to their trims that can easily bleed onto the wall surface are more common to contemporary styles.

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