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Bay windows are a typical feature of a period property and really make a statement that is worth some work to make the most of. This means that skirting boards really finish off the bay effect well and make the window a standout feature.
Bay windows are a common feature in larger rooms of traditional period properties, making skirting boards important. Beyond their protective benefits, they add decoration by breaking up the plain walls. With higher ceilings in these properties, it’s essential not to skip the skirting board around a bay window.
Choosing a skirting board for a bay window
Some suggest using MDF skirting boards for bay windows because they bend more easily. However, this doesn’t outweigh the downsides of MDF, such as its cheap appearance and lack of quality finish. Natural woods, especially hardwoods like oak, can also be bent into shape, often more effectively than softwoods.
How do I fit a skirting board in a bay window?
You might get lucky with a property featuring a bay window that has straight wall sections in a half-hexagonal or octagonal shape, making it easier to fit shorter, straight lengths of skirting. However, if your bay window is the more common semi-circular shape, you can still make it work.
The most common method for fitting wooden skirting in a bay window is to make several short “kerf cuts” on the reverse side of the board. These identical cuts, about a third of the board’s depth and spaced 20-25mm apart, allow the board to bend into shape.
Alternatively, if you have the time and space, balance the board off the ground at both ends. Gradually add weight to the middle. This process takes about a week but is effective if you add weight slowly and stay patient. Incremental weight additions should help achieve the curve you need. Keep in mind that wood bends differently based on its grain structure, so even boards of the same type can react differently.
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Why should I choose Period Mouldings for my bay window skirting boards?
A bay window is perfectly suited to a period property and Period Mouldings is the best supplier of a variety of different period style of skirting boards. You can choose from Georgian, Edwardian, Victorian or contemporary styles to suit your property and finish required. With lengths typically at 21mm in thickness, this is a suitable dimension to allow you to bend the wood as required, whilst still maintaining the robust structure you need.
Our expert sales staff can also advise on the best wood type to use for your skirting requirements, and you can be assured that all our wood used is of premium quality and sourced in Yorkshire in the UK, so get in touch with us today.
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