Chair Rail Installation

What This Service Involves

A chair rail runs horizontally around a room to break up wall height and shield plaster or drywall from furniture contact. We set the rail at a proportionate height and keep it dead level around the entire space, mitering corners for a continuous line. It pairs beautifully with wainscoting or a two-tone paint scheme to give dining rooms and hallways a traditional character. In homes with slightly wavy walls, we fasten into framing and caulk so the rail reads straight and solid. The finished detail adds architectural rhythm and practical wall protection.

Benefits

Level, continuous lines around the full room; Furniture protection at contact height; A natural divider for two-tone paint schemes; Corners mitered for a seamless wrap; A cost-effective way to add traditional character

Our Process

1) Determine the ideal rail height and confirm profile; 2) Snap level reference lines around the room; 3) Cut and miter the rail for tight cornering; 4) Fasten into studs, fill, and caulk for paint

What Affects the Cost

Room perimeter and number of corners; Rail profile and material choice; Wall condition and framing locations; Coordination with wainscoting if included; Removal of any existing rail

Best Time of Year

Chair rail is an indoor accent that installs comfortably in any weather, ideal for brightening rooms during the gray PNW winter.