Skirting and moulding in plastic?

[kimf]

Hey,

I am finishing up the living room and kitchen, leaning towards a chunkier skirting and door trim in a period style there. Then check out these at byggmax.

They are made of plastic, has anyone come across these and knows if they are of any quality, it's not exactly "byggmax price" on them. Kids on the way at home, so it would be advantageous if they are a bit more durable than MDF trim.

 

[thomas33]

I don't think they are more shock-resistant than mdf!
They seem similar to the ceiling moldings made of styrofoam-like material.
Instead, buy real wood moldings and if you want them higher, you can piece together a plain one at the bottom with a classic molding on top.
Otherwise, Gysinge has several to choose from.

 

[kimf]

I don't think they are more impact resistant than MDF!
Seems similar to those ceiling moldings made of polystyrene-like material.
Instead, buy real wood moldings and if you want them higher, you can piece together a smooth one at the floor with a traditional molding on top.
Otherwise, Gysinge has several to choose from.
[bild]

Thanks for the tip about Gysinge. There was some selection there. I know there should be someone in Gothenburg with a good selection of traditional moldings. Does anyone know who I'm thinking of?

 

[sinuslinus]

Abi trä maybe?

 

[JohanLun]

Plastic trim, what an eyesore in an old house... the question is whether it's even allowed to run any reasonable cable in this trim, possibly if it's a type EKK, but can it be pulled into the trim?

Even MDF trims feel budget to me...

Rather visible nailed "kulo" EKRK (with letti clips) and real wooden trims...

Wooden trims last for children for 100 years, at least...

 

[BirgitS]

Previously lived in a house built in 1989 and it had door casings made of plastic, and there were quite a few marks on them from toys, etc. There were scratches and some toys left stains. It was not possible to touch up the paint either.

 

[JohanLun]

Plus, many plastics turn yellow, crack, lose their shape... Having lived in an apartment with various MDF and plastic details, I personally observed that they do not age well. After 20-30 years, it's probably best to just throw out moldings, doors, etc., and install new ones...

One shouldn't speak ill of all plastics - there are amazing plastics with enormous strength... but these plastics don't seem to end up in the construction industry...

and wood moves as well, but wood can be sanded, filled, and painted...

 

[kimf]

Yes, then my skepticism is confirmed. I will see what I can find. The house otherwise doesn't really follow a turn-of-the-century style, but we just think it's very nice with larger "American" trim/baseboards. However, the environment isn't at all unsuitable for these larger moldings. Country kitchen with recessed panel doors. Solid oak parquet, etc. So I think it will marry well.

I believe a higher smooth baseboard with an appealing chair rail on top is in line with what I'm thinking. Then match trim with corner blocks.