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Allison B
Allison B Smyrna, GA on Feb 21, 2011
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I need to replace some baseboards and doorway trim in my house.

It was built in the early 50's and I am having trouble finding the same size and type of both at HD. Any other ideas?
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  • Imagery Littleton, CO
    Allison B,

    I'm not familiar with your particular area, but I have been to many "re-use" building supply stores that salvage materials from older buildings. With the "Green" trend, these stores are becoming much easier to find. If that doesn't work, maybe a custom wood shop could fabricate it for you...but this alternative won't be cheap!....Good Luck! ...»

    If you figure out something in your area that proves to be a good solution, we'd love to hear about it!

    on Feb 21, 2011 · Like 0
  • Paul Slayton Contracting San Diego, CA
    Try Mission Molding, or the Hardwoods and Hardware company (TH&H). Take a sample with you. You may be able to access profiles on their websites.
    on Feb 21, 2011 · Like 0
  • Darby C Flowery Branch, GA
    There is a specialty trim place in somewhere near Duluth. I don't know the name of it. I had a client buy some there. It is near Plesant Hill and PIB.
    on Feb 21, 2011 · Like 0
  • Steve G Fort Collins, CO
    Nice tip, Mr. Imagery. I recommend starting at the Habitat for Humanity Re-Stores, which are exactly what he is describing. As I would have guessed, being the home of Jimmy Carter, there are a lot of ReStores in Georgia. Here is a listing:

    http://www.habitat.org/cd/env/restore_detail...

    on Feb 21, 2011 · Like 0
  • Hudson Designs Loganville, GA
    You could go to a local millwork shop with the sample. They can setup there dies and cut the exact mold profile you have.
    on Feb 21, 2011 · Like 0
  • Allison B Smyrna, GA
    Thanks for the ideas guys! The Habitat Re-store is a great place for me to start. I have a significant amount to replace, so I'm afraid of the cost of anything custom right now!
    on Feb 21, 2011 · Like 0
  • James A Roswell, GA
    Might could replace all baseboards at home improvement stores, for the price of some custom ones.
    on Feb 22, 2011 · Like 0
  • Stephen B San Diego, CA
    You may also want to look for a "profile" that is close to yours. If you do, I would suggest a little larger base so that the damage that you do removing the old will be covered. Same for the casing (if there is room for a larger size)
    on Feb 22, 2011 · Like 0
  • Sean W Atlanta, GA
    A millwork store will be your best sourse for this specialty trim.
    on Feb 22, 2011 · Like 1
  • Brent B Woodstock, GA
    All great suggestions. Let us know what ends up working for you, Allison.
    on Feb 22, 2011 · Like 0

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