Baseboard Molding – Cabinet Glossary
What is Baseboard Molding?
Baseboard Molding is trim installed along the bottom of walls where they meet the floor. While not exclusive to cabinetry, it’s often confused with furniture base molding in kitchens.
Quick Facts About Baseboard Molding
- Placement: at the bottom of walls, not directly on cabinets.
- Function: covers the joint between wall and floor.
- Material: wood, MDF, or PVC painted or stained to match trimwork.
Use Cases
- Covering gaps where flooring meets walls.
- Adding decorative trim detail to room perimeters.
- Complementing cabinetry by tying in room finishes.
Designer Tip
Clarify the difference between baseboard molding and furniture base molding with clients—one finishes walls, the other finishes cabinets.
Alternative Names
- Wall Base
- Floor Trim
FAQ About Baseboard Molding
Q: Is baseboard molding the same as furniture base molding?
A: No. Baseboards are for walls; furniture base molding finishes cabinets.
Q: Do kitchens always include baseboard molding?
A: Yes, most kitchens use baseboards where cabinets don’t run wall-to-wall.
Related Terms
- Furniture Base Molding – Cabinet trim often confused with baseboards.
- Toe Kick – Cabinet base structure that differs from wall trim.
Keep Learning & Start Planning
- Return to our full Cabinetry Glossary to explore more terms.
- See cabinet lines that coordinate with room finishes.
- Work with a Designer to plan trim transitions with cabinetry.