Installation of cornices and skirting boards

Installation of Cornices and Skirting Boards

Cornices and skirting boards are finishing details that transform a room from basic to complete. They hide small gaps, protect walls from everyday wear, and add clean lines that make ceilings and floors look sharper. Whether you are renovating, fitting out a new build, or refreshing a single room, precise installation makes a visible difference.

We provide careful, tidy installation of decorative and plain profiles, with attention to accurate joints, smooth corners, and a durable finish. From measuring and cutting to fixing and final touch ups, we aim for consistent results that look right from every angle.

What We Install and Where It Works Best

We install a wide range of cornices and skirting boards in homes and commercial spaces. The right profile depends on your interior style, ceiling height, wall condition, and the level of durability you need in high traffic areas.

Cornices

• Simple coving for modern, minimal rooms
• Decorative cornices to add character in period style interiors
• Lightweight options suitable for painted finishes
• Solutions for uneven ceilings and older plaster where careful scribing is required

Skirting boards

• MDF, timber, or laminate compatible skirting depending on the space
• Tall skirting for an upgraded, premium look
• Hard wearing profiles for hallways, offices, and rentals
• Neat transitions around door frames, radiators, and built in units

If your project includes fitting wardrobes, cabinets, or shelving that must align with new trim, we can coordinate the finishing details. Many clients combine trim work with professional furniture assembly to ensure everything sits flush and looks intentional.

Our Installation Process

Good trim work starts long before the first cut. We focus on preparation, precise measurements, and secure fixing so the finish stays stable over time and looks clean after painting.

1. Assessment and measurement We check wall and ceiling straightness, identify problem corners, and plan joint locations to reduce visible seams.
2. Material planning We confirm profile type, height, and quantities, and discuss whether you want mitred or scribed joints depending on the look and the room geometry.
3. Cutting and fitting We cut accurately for internal and external corners, dry fit where needed, and adjust for uneven surfaces so pieces meet tightly.
4. Fixing We use appropriate adhesives and fixings for the substrate, including plaster, drywall, masonry, or timber. This helps prevent movement and gaps.
5. Finishing We fill nail holes and small gaps, smooth joints, and leave the trim ready for painting or staining. If you prefer, we can advise on the next steps for priming and paint lines.

We work carefully to keep disruption low. Floors and nearby surfaces are protected, offcuts are collected, and the area is left tidy at the end of the visit.

Repairs, Replacements, and Trim Around Furniture

Not every job involves full replacement. If your existing skirting has dents, loose sections, or gaps from floor movement, we can often repair or refit affected areas. This is especially useful after new flooring installation, where old boards no longer sit correctly.

We also handle upgrades where you want to replace low skirting with taller boards, add cornices to a newly renovated room, or improve corners that were previously finished with visible gaps. Where walls are uneven, we take extra care to scribe and blend joints so the final result looks straight.

Trim work often intersects with built in furniture and flat pack units. If skirting must be notched around wardrobes or cabinets, we can plan clean cut outs and tight returns. For broader home improvements, you can also book furniture repair services to address loose hinges, misaligned doors, or worn panels while the room is being refreshed.

Pricing and What Affects the Cost

Pricing depends on the room size, profile style, and site conditions. Straight runs in a square room are faster than small spaces with many corners and obstacles. Walls that are out of plumb can require more fitting time, and decorative profiles take additional care at joints.

• Length to be installed and number of corners
• Type of material and profile complexity
• Condition of walls and ceilings, including repairs needed before fitting
• Access, room layout, and whether furniture must be moved
• Finishing requirements such as filling and sanding readiness

If you are coordinating multiple tasks in one visit, such as trim installation plus flat pack furniture assembly, we can help plan an efficient order of work to reduce downtime and keep the space usable.

Preparing for Your Appointment

To help the work go smoothly, clear small items from walls and floors along the installation path and confirm where you want joints to fall if you have preferences. If materials are already purchased, keep them indoors for acclimatisation, especially timber, so it adjusts to the room conditions before fitting. If you would like us to supply materials, share the room dimensions and the style you want and we will advise on suitable options.

When cornices and skirting boards are installed correctly, they quietly elevate the whole room and provide a crisp, finished look that lasts.