Stairwells


Tip 18: Boxing in a basement stairwell

1. Nail 1" x 3" cleats onto the ceiling joists. The distance from the old ceiling height to the new ceiling height will determine the width of the valance material. 1" x 4" or 1" x 6" white pine is most commonly used.



2. Nail valance into cleats.

3. Cover the seam with standard flat molding.

4. Install the appropriate wall molding at the height desired.
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