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How Do I Blend a Crown Molding Scarf Joint? Part I

[This is part of my How to Install Crown Molding Series.] PJ is installing crown molding in his small New York City apartment. His question is about splicing two pieces of crown molding together. PJ’s scarf joint. Dear Ken: I stumbled…

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The Great Baseboard-Grouted-Into-Tile Conspiracy

How to Make a Simple, Big Baseboard With Materials From Lowes Home Improvement   Lee From Green Valley, Arizona Asks: Q Dear Ken: I have removed the ho-hum deteriorated baseboards in my great room and ran into an issue with…