| Described below are a few woodworking projects | | | | not being utilized to its full potential, then a built in is |
| that will really add to the overall look of your home: | | | | the best option for you. Built-ins can be created in all |
| - Panel Molding: Can also be referred to as picture | | | | shapes and sizes and will add charm to your space. |
| frame/shadow box molding. This type of molding | | | | You should look in magazines or browse the web to |
| usually seen as rectangular boxes below the chair rail | | | | gather ideas for your next built-in project. Your |
| and adds a great look to a room. It can be used to | | | | possibilities are endless. |
| add a formal look to a dining room or entryway. | | | | - Coffered Ceilings: A coffered ceiling is a series of |
| Another alternative would be full recessed panels | | | | deep recessed panels within your ceiling. To really add |
| which add more depth to the panels. This method is | | | | a focal point to your room, you should have your |
| a bit more expensive but gives the room a solid feel. | | | | home improvement contractor build a coffered ceiling. |
| - Crown Molding: If you feel your room/s are missing | | | | The custom woodwork can be quite expensive |
| something special. Adding crown molding will | | | | although it will truly be one of the most unique |
| transform a room almost overnight. Crown molding | | | | additions to your home. This one will have all your |
| goes where the wall meets your ceiling and can be | | | | family and friends in awe. |
| bought in all shapes and sizes. With many options and | | | | - Fireplace: Fireplace surrounds and mantels are |
| styles to choose from, you really have an endless | | | | another great way to add a focal point to a room. |
| opportunity to add style to your home. Adding an | | | | Highlight the selling features of your home will |
| extra piece of molding (2 or 3 piece crown) is a | | | | certainly help increase the value. Do your research on |
| great way to make your crown seem larger. Overall, | | | | what style will best fit with the decor of your home. |
| this is one of the best types of woodworking | | | | These popular woodworking ideas will not only add |
| projects to tie everything together. | | | | style to your home, but also will help add timeless |
| - Built-Ins: Used for anything from entertainment | | | | value to your home. Many of these projects can be |
| areas, kitchens, baths, basements, mudrooms, | | | | combined for one truly unique room, whether it's |
| offices, dining rooms, and almost any other area of | | | | your office or your dining room. Adding woodwork as |
| the home you can think of. If your home is lacking | | | | described above will instantly change your homes |
| that much needed storage space or your space is | | | | appeal. |