How Do You Cut A 15-Degree Angle For Base Molding Installation?
When you are installing base molding, you may happen to need an angle cut for cosmetic reasons. Although you seldom need a 15-degree angle on base moldings, repairing or replacing molding in some instances may look better with this type of cut. Notice when installing standard base molding, the thickness of the base molding is normally constructed so that it will not extend past your door trim. Thus, it is not usually necessary to cut a 15-degree angle on base molding. Take your miter saw to the spot where your baseboard is contoured at the top. Turn your miter saw setting to a 15-degree angle. You must take about 1/8 inch off of your square cut at the front of your baseboard. This gives you a bead effect running down the side of the casing on your door molding. This type cut is for cosmetic purposes only. Think about this example of when you may need to cut a 15-degree angle for base molding installation. When using a piece of ¾-inch thick wood for base, it will normally stick out past
