Removing the glued-on molding without damaging the surface, though, can be more difficult than the application. How to remove trim, moldings and other woodwork without damaging the wall or cracking the wood. It's a decorative piece that Steph did not want in her kitchen, but did not want to remove or replace the board. The cabinets were built with the house (1950s). Hi, I bought a home that was built in the early 70s and want to paint the kitchen cabinets. Article by Diane Henkler {InMyOwnStyle.com} 75. Our plan is to paint them and maybe change the doors. Crown molding can either bond with the ceiling or allow for space above the cabinet. Removing the Scalloped Wood Valance Over the Kitchen Sink. Roll the tool head against the wood to pull the nail out the back side of the trim. The benefit of installing crown molding is that it draws the eye upward, showcasing the elegance of your cabinets. Gather your trim that works best for your furniture. They are very well made and sturdy. A great weekend DIY. The issue with this piece is that the piece goes all the way to the ceiling and is covered by cabinets and trim that we would prefer not to remove. First I need to remove the molding on the door and drawer fronts. Door and window trim is often nailed with a small nail at the mitered corners. Kitchen cabinet molding and trim are sometimes unavoidable for some conditions. Much of the kitchen wall space is consumed by cabinetry, but if the cabinets aren’t your style, you won’t truly enjoy the space; if … Gluing on molding provides a finishing accent on a surface without damaging the surface by nailing the molding into place. Cleaning Painted Walls Diy Kitchen Decor Kitchen Remodel Wood Valance Kitchen Valances Remodel Sink Lights Kitchen Sink Lighting Sink. (In my case it was the dollhouse trim from the hobby/craft store. Use these step-by-step instructions to remove the cabinet doors and add decorative trim to complete the shelves. If you pry at these points, the wood may split. Materials: Thanks, Susan How to Remove Cabinet Doors and Install Trim The DIY to the Rescue crew shows how to turn closed off china cabinets into beautiful bookshelves. The problem I have with them is when they were made they put a decorative scallop at the bottom and two sides. Hello, We have a kitchen from the 1950's with some sweet decorative touches such as this, shown below that we are looking to remove. How then to disguise the dated piece? Removing Door and Window Trim. Just pulling the molding away can damage the molding or the surface beneath. Many kitchens of a certain age and cabinet style often feature a scalloped piece of trim over the sink. If nails are present use the pliers to remove the nails. Grab the nail shaft near the wood with a pair of nippers. Quick and easy techniques. With the molding off, use a hammer or pry bar to remove any nails that remain in the wall. 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