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Two-Part Skirtings, Door Facings, and Internal Doors in Corstorphine
This Corstorphine project included new internal doors, door facings, and traditional two-part skirtings, all fitted as part of the same interior joinery work. The skirtings were made from solid redwood, with flat redwood plating forming the lower section and a separate moulding fitted along the top against the wall creating the traditional two-part profile often found in older properties.
What are door facings?
Door facings are the lengths of trim fitted around a doorway, covering the joint between the door frame and the surrounding wall. They are also known as architraves; "facings" is the term more commonly used in Scotland.
Can new skirtings and facings match the existing woodwork?
Sometimes. PL Joinery can try to match the shape and size of skirtings or facings already fitted elsewhere in the room or property. Exact mouldings can be difficult to source, however, so replacing the related trim throughout the room or area may be more practical when a close match is not available.
Do the internal doors need to be replaced at the same time?
No. Skirtings and door facings can be replaced without changing the internal doors.
Could replacing the trim damage the plaster or flooring?
Flooring can normally be retained and protected during the work. Removing old skirtings or facings can disturb the edge of the adjacent plaster. Depending on the wall's condition, a larger replacement profile can sometimes cover the affected area.
How does solid timber compare with MDF?
Solid timber generally costs more than MDF, but it provides a more traditional finish. This project used redwood for both the flat lower section and the moulded top section.
