Choose the guide section that matches your application so customers land on the right installation and finishing instructions.
Interior Guides
Use these for interior crown molding installation and finishing.
Exterior Guides
Use these for exterior installations, coatings, and weather-exposed applications.
ExteriorSeams, Joints, and Caulking
Professional-looking moldings come down to how you treat seams, corners, and transitions. Follow EIFS manufacturer requirements and project specs for seam treatment, ...
ExteriorAdhesives and Attachments
Strong adhesion comes from using basecoat correctly and getting full contact behind the moulding. Required: Installation must conform to EIFS manufacturer requirement...
ExteriorCutting and Fitting
Clean cuts and accurate miters are what make mouldings look “built-in.” Recommended cutting tools Miter saw with a dry diamond blade Hand saw + miter box (good for ...
ExteriorMeasuring Layout
Good layout prevents “surprises” at corners and helps you minimize visible seams. Measure your runs Measure each wall/run where moulding will be installed. Add the l...
ExteriorSurface Preparation
A clean, sound substrate is essential for good adhesion and a long-lasting finish. Important: Installation must conform to EIFS manufacturer requirements and the proj...
ExteriorEnvironment Conditions and Storage
Correct environmental conditions are one of the biggest factors in a clean install and durable finish—especially for exterior work. Required: Execution of installatio...
ExteriorInstallation Overview
This guide explains the typical workflow for installing Molding Studio interior and exterior moldings made with an EPS foam core and a protective coating system. Int...
ExteriorPriming, Painting, and Maintenance
Moldings are designed to be finished with the specified primer coats and finishes. The right finishing steps protect the surface and deliver the final look. Wait for ...