11 Wall Molding and Trim Ideas to Elevate Your Space

If you're looking to add extra personality and flair to any room of the home, consider applying molding or trim to the walls and ceiling. Many interior designers choose to take this approach in their own projects to amplify the visual interest in a space.

"Wall moldings and trim are a wonderful way to not only add detail to a room but add architectural and historical interest as well," Kristina Phillips, the founder of Kristina Phillips Interior Design, says.

Below, we're highlighting 11 inspiring molding—and trim-filled rooms that you'll most definitely want to replicate.

Consider Dental Crown

If you've long admired historic homes filled with ornate crown molding, consider installing dental crown molding in your own space. Phillips did just that in this formal dining space and appreciates how the white hue complements the chinoiserie-style wallpaper.

Paint Your Trim

This bedroom was featured on season one of HGTV’s Battle on the Beach and was created by designers David and Kerry Kersh, who were mentored by Taniya Nayak, the founder of Taniya Nayak Design.

"Create a design using your trim but paint it all the same color if you are looking to add a more textural effect," says Nayak, who worked with the designers to create the chevron pattern shown here. She explains how it's impactful and bold but not too over-the-top.

Opt for Stained Wood Trim

Nayak also worked with David and Kerry Kersh to design this guest room, which features stained wood trim that bends to cover the ceiling, too. "Push your limits when applying trim," Nayak advises.

Nayak recommends bringing the trim detail up to the ceiling to create a canopy-esque look. Note that rather than using traditional white trim or paint, the designers chose to let this natural wood shine, and the natural finish pairs wonderfully with the bold red textiles in this bedroom.

Add Bold Beadboard

Beadboard looks wonderful all throughout the home—we've seen it used on everything from living room walls to kitchen islands. Currently, many people are opting to go bold and moody when applying beadboard.

Linda Hayslett, the founder LH.Designs, recommends painting it black or charcoal grey which she did here in this chic space. "People are wanting more personality that brings in more interest," she says.

Install a Ceiling Medallion

When applying molding or trim to the ceiling, consider adding a medallion into the mix, too. Molly Torres Pornof, the founder DATE Interiors, loves incorporating ceiling medallions because they're a fun architectural detail that draws the eye upwards and creates visual interest.

Play to a Unique Shape

If you're designing a room with a unique nook or archway, enhance this feature even further by adorning it with molding. Here, picture frame molding adds an extra level of dimension to this formal dining room by Maggie Griffin, the founder of Maggie Griffin of Maggie Griffin Design. A calming robin's egg blue paint color is always a classic hue to go for.

Consider Chair Rail Molding

Chair rail molding will never go out of style and looks beautiful in this salmon and white dining room by Andi Morse, the founder of Andi Morse Design. You can choose to add extra detailing with picture frame molding, which has become popular with renters as well—there are many removable molding options that are ideal for temporary spaces.

Use Personality

Don't neglect your staircase—Laura Williams, the founder of ATX Interior Design, emphasizes the importance of giving your stairs some personality with board and batten which will elevate any simple design.

Paint It

We see a lot of plain white board and batten, but that doesn't mean you can't have fun and cover it with paint, too. Williams did just that in a formal living room, which features largely neutral furnishings.

Enhance Tall Ceilings

In this home, Brad Ramsey, the founder of Brad Ramsey Interiors, chose to add wall paneling to this grand stairwell to break up the height of the two-story walls.

Ramsey took the panels up to the height of the chair rail in the upstairs hallway which divided the large wall and created visual appeal. Better yet, Ramsey was able to incorporate the panel design to create a hidden coat closet under the stairs.

"We maintained the character of the entry without having a door breaking up the beauty of the space," he says.

Design Eye-Catching Shapes

When installing picture frame molding, don't feel as though you need to create perfect rectangular boxes. Here, Eddie Maestri, the founder of Maestri Studio, took a funkier approach. He enhanced the space in a muted way by playing off the architectural period of the home.

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