Guides

Choose the guide section that matches your application so customers land on the right installation and finishing instructions.

Exterior Guides

Use these for exterior installations, coatings, and weather-exposed applications.

Exterior

Seams, 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, ...

Exterior

Adhesives and Attachments

Strong adhesion comes from using basecoat correctly and getting full contact behind the moulding. Required: Installation must conform to EIFS manufacturer requirement...

Exterior

Cutting 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 ...

Exterior

Measuring 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...

Exterior

Surface 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...

Exterior

Environment 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...

Exterior

Installation 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...

Exterior

Priming, 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 ...