Is quarter round necessary?

One of the most common questions people ask is if they really need the base shoe, or if it's just an add on. The answer is a simple yes. Without it, there is typically a gap between the trim and flooring, which is not only unattractive but makes it extremely easy for dirt and debris to build up under the base trim.
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What is the purpose of quarter round?

Quarter round is another moulding style typically paired with baseboards to cover up gaps and imperfections between the base and the floor. As such, it essentially has the same purpose as shoe moulding. However, this style of moulding is always shaped like a quarter of a circle, hence the name.
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What can I use instead of quarter round?

What can you use instead of quarter round? If you don't want to reinstall quarter round, the other option is to install shoe molding. Quarter round and shoe molding will cover any gaps between your flooring and your wall/trim. Despite having the same job, quarter round and shoe molding are not the same thing.
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Can you install laminate flooring without quarter round?

No you never need to use quarterround. I try to do all installs without using it. 2 best options: Slice out the bottom .
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Which is better shoe molding or quarter round?

Shoe molding, also spelled "moulding," is smaller and thinner than quarter round, and can have a decorative profile. Quarter round is, literally, a quarter circle. The thin profile of shoe molding allows it to bend into place easily, where the stout quarter round does a better job covering large gaps.
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Do I need quarter round with baseboards?

One of the most common questions people ask is if they really need the base shoe, or if it's just an add on. The answer is a simple yes. Without it, there is typically a gap between the trim and flooring, which is not only unattractive but makes it extremely easy for dirt and debris to build up under the base trim.
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Do you paint quarter round before installing?

Many experts say that it's wise to paint the trim before you install it. It's a fast and easy process that can dramatically speed up paint time.
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Do you need shoe molding on wood floors?

Using shoe molding gives the floor installer more latitude in their end cuts and also allows you to hide the expansion gaps between the wall and the floor. Due to the small and flexible nature of the shoe molding, it is able to expand and contract along with the floor.
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Should flooring go under baseboards?

Baseboards are often installed before flooring, although it depends on the type of flooring being used. It is necessary for carpeting to have the trim in place, allowing the edges to be tucked under and out of sight. However, for hardwood or laminate, it is easier to install the trim after.
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Does vinyl plank go under baseboard?

Don't want to deal with removing baseboards? You can leave them in place, but you will need to leave a ¼” gap between the baseboard and flooring, to account for expansion over time. You may want to purchase some quarter-round pieces in a matching color to cover up this gap.
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Can you use caulk instead of quarter round?

Caulk is an alternative to putty if you installed quarter round with a white finish. Use it sparingly to fill gaps or nail holes and wipe it with a wet fingertip or rag to make it smooth.
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Is it OK not to have baseboards?

Without baseboards, moisture spilled on the floor could easily penetrate the drywall, expanding upward and creating unsightly damage. Baseboards Protect Against Dirt and Debris: Baseboards can provide a solid 90-degree gap for dirt and debris to stop at.
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What is the cheapest floor trim?

Medium-density fiberboard, or MDF, is one of the most popular molding, trim, and baseboard options. It is one of the most economical choices that are also extremely easy to use.
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How much does it cost to have quarter round install?

$4.90 Per Foot Installed

The cost to have quarter round trim professionally installed is about $4.90 per linear foot, or around $390 for a 20 x 20 room. The most commonly used trim costs $0.70- $2.65 per linear foot, but DIY price for the project might be higher than that if you need to purchase tools and fasteners.
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Do you need quarter round with carpet?

No. Quarter round is meant for hard surface installations. It covers gaps between the floors and baseboards and sits flush to the hard surface floors. Carpet is plushy and if you mushed it down with quarter round it would look weird!
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Do you put shoe molding around cabinets?

Shoe molding is usually installed to the perimeter of the base cabinets in your kitchen, connecting and adding a decorative element to the space between your cabinets and your flooring.
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What goes first floor or trim?

The answer to the question is, “do the floors first!” Here's why: Removing and replacing flooring or carpeting is dirty work. If you paint first, and then do floors, there is a good chance that a lot of dirt, dust, sawdust or tile/stone dust will end up on your freshly painted walls and trim.
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Do I install baseboard or carpet first?

Generally, the installation of carpet or baseboard is easier for whoever installs first. Some professionals may have a strong preference, but ultimately baseboards can be installed before or after carpet. Ask your carpet installer their preference to begin the discussion.
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What comes first flooring or paint?

Most people think that painting should be done first to prevent any spills from marring brand-new flooring. However, experts agree that new flooring should always be installed before you have any interior painting done.
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Is moulding necessary?

Putting crown molding in other side rooms is purely an aesthetic choice and isn't necessary, although it may increase the cost of the room's design initially, as it's harder to cover the gaps between the wall and the ceiling without any kind of molding and will take a bit more time to finish.
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Should I use white quarter round?

If you have white or off-white molding, the quarter round or shoe molding should be white, too. The floor installer will use the same color as the floor color to save both time and money.
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Should I caulk baseboards?

Caulk on both the top and bottom edge of the baseboards closes the gaps to keep the bugs out. It's more effective, cheaper, easier, and safer than hassling with insecticide sprays and powders to protect your walls. Aesthetics are another good reason to caulk.
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Should you paint walls or trim first?

Paint the Trim First, Then the Ceilings and Walls

Pros usually follow a certain order when painting a room. They paint the trim first, then the ceiling, then the walls. That's because it's easier (and faster) to tape off the trim than to tape off the walls. And you certainly don't want to tape them both off!
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Can you glue quarter round to baseboard?

A: Quarter-round should be nailed to the base boards only. It is intended to hide gaps between the base and floor. It should also permit a little movement in the flooring. Plus, it absorbs the impact of feet and furniture legs, so you may want to replace it sometime—thus, don't glue it.
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Is there an alternative to baseboards?

If you're looking for an alternative to baseboards, vinyl wall base may be a good option for you. Vinyl wall base is a type of trim that can be used in place of traditional baseboards. It's made from PVC or plastic and comes in a variety of colors and styles.
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