Old World Moulding

For those who love pomp and circumstance, Old World homes are the way to go. These European style residences are not budget-friendly, but they are very impressive and sure to please. Inside and out, they give off an overall sense of luxury and extravagance. In addition, they are large, with stucco and stone facades, have many stories, turret towers, steep roofs, multiple intersecting rooflines, and slightly curved eaves. They also bring a pleasant aesthetic appeal to a residence and/or neighborhood.

Old World homes are spacious, perfect for big families that need lots of living space. Designed after European castles, they are the pinnacle of opulence and elaborate design. The moulding, as you can imagine, is intricate, with lots of texture, depth, shadows and design. While other forms of pipe fitting mould blend in and are made exclusively for function, Old World moulding does the exact opposite. It stands out in a great way. Often unpainted, this style of moulding needs no decoration; it is decoration in itself, and, more importantly, the finer details would be obscured by paint. Authentic Old World moulding can be expensive, so the last thing any homeowner wants is to have the detail covered with heavy paint.

Perhaps more than any other type of moulding, this style of moulding is dated, giving that an olden look that doesn't always fit in well with every home. When homeowners consider remodeling with Old World moulding, it is best to be sure their house is big and luxurious enough to go along with the Old World look. A bungalow or contemporary home, for example, would be overpowered by the heavy detail of Old World moulding. The furniture is also important. Plush cushions, claw-footed couches, thick tapestry curtains, and oil paintings mesh well with this type of moulding. Together, they create the warm yet formal look these homes are known for.