Required tools

STEP 1

Measurements

Familiarise yourself with the cornice size. In the diagram below you will see three measurements:

1. Ceiling : Projection – The distance from the wall surface to the front edge of the cornice

2. Wall : Drop – The distance from the ceiling surface to the bottom edge of the cornice

3. Face – The size of the cornice face

STEP 2

Chalk line

Measure the Drop (The distance from the ceiling surface to the bottom edge of the cornice) and mark the line on which to install the cornice.

STEP 3

Cut outside corners

NOTE: This image shows the BACK of the PRE CUT CORNERS

Cut inside corners

NOTE: This image shows the BACK of the PRE CUT CORNERS

STEP 4

Adhesive

Apply a bead of adhesive along both long edges of the cornice, as well as the butt end that is being glued to another cornice or wall.

Excess adhesive must be scraped away or wiped away with a damp sponge or mutton cloth.

STEP 5

Cure

Once the installation is complete allow 48 to 72 hours for the adhesive to cure.

STEP 6

Finish

Before painting, inspect all the joints and sand away any excess adhesive or fill exposed joints. Only use acrylic paints when painting polystyrene cornice.