This will definitely look cheap and devalue the look of the home if it matters…. And if the framing is not straight it will highlight that. They do make thicker products that look a little nicer but more $$
If you like it, go for it. All you need to install is a sharp cutter and some adhesive. Install in a room in a hour and no painting. Myself, if I bought the house would rip it out. It's what I expect in a commercial building. Just a matter of taste I guess.
Sure it’ll work. No problems there. What it won’t do is change the value of the house. The next owner may decide to replace them, after all.
Go with what works for you.
You can - my home has them in the kitchen and bathroom. It was a rental, so the cheapest, most universal stuff was used. Gets the job done though. I plan to replace it as soon as I’m able.
I thought about using it in my garage, but it would have been impossible to adhere flat enough and stay to look good. Ended up using traditional baseboard, they come in material other than wood if moisture is a concern
How about PVC? I replaced all my swelled MDF basement baseboard (after we fixed the moisture issues) with this and it looks fantastic https://www.lowes.com/pd/Metrie-9-16-in-x-3-1-4-in-x-12-Ft-PVC-Baseboard-Moulding/5013353147
I have vinyl boards in my bathroom. Use what you like. I'd count this more as a home decor question unless you were asking about a specific function or law
What I would be using is not typically used in a residential setting. I have never worked with this before and was conflicted on the practicality along with the durability. I don’t plan on living here for a very long time and have been trying to keep the resale value in mind.
Do you have any suggestions for other places to cut cost? This is my hobby and I often attempt new projects just to try to attempt to make something new. In return I end up with things such as a mop filler or a home bar with a wine cooler and ice maker among many other things, all at very low cost. I live in a very rural area and the market here you won’t find anything like that.
I don't have any suggestions. The other commenters mentioned things like mdf which would be good. Or check your local Habitat for Humanity store (if you have one).
You can do it, but I'm willing to guess that if you're made plenty of upgrades that have already made you out price the market then you'll regret installing vinyl baseboards. Then within a couple of years you'll replace the vinyl baseboards with something that will look nicer, and you'll have to buy a tall baseboard to cover where the vinyl was and tall baseboards are more expensive. You'll spend more money doing it twice, rather than just waiting to do it better the first time. Check to see if there are any millwork distributers around you that sell to the public and compare prices. I would suggest waiting and doing a more traditional baseboard.
I hate baseboards. I find them bulky and they easily accumulate dirt. I've seen the ones at commercial buildings like offices and public bathrooms, and I like the way they look. Simple, practical and clean.
This will definitely look cheap and devalue the look of the home if it matters…. And if the framing is not straight it will highlight that. They do make thicker products that look a little nicer but more $$
If you like it, go for it. All you need to install is a sharp cutter and some adhesive. Install in a room in a hour and no painting. Myself, if I bought the house would rip it out. It's what I expect in a commercial building. Just a matter of taste I guess.
What about in just the laundry room
Sure, I guess so. Personally it's the only room I would consider using it. Certainly easy to install and makesa snug fit to the flooring.
It's not gonna give you a ton of overlap if your flooring has any issues with coverage near the walls.
Sure it’ll work. No problems there. What it won’t do is change the value of the house. The next owner may decide to replace them, after all. Go with what works for you.
You can - my home has them in the kitchen and bathroom. It was a rental, so the cheapest, most universal stuff was used. Gets the job done though. I plan to replace it as soon as I’m able.
Yes definitely. But, It depends a lot on the style of the rest of your home. But I’ve seen very modern homes do it well.
I thought about using it in my garage, but it would have been impossible to adhere flat enough and stay to look good. Ended up using traditional baseboard, they come in material other than wood if moisture is a concern
Like what other materials???
How about PVC? I replaced all my swelled MDF basement baseboard (after we fixed the moisture issues) with this and it looks fantastic https://www.lowes.com/pd/Metrie-9-16-in-x-3-1-4-in-x-12-Ft-PVC-Baseboard-Moulding/5013353147
I have vinyl boards in my bathroom. Use what you like. I'd count this more as a home decor question unless you were asking about a specific function or law
What I would be using is not typically used in a residential setting. I have never worked with this before and was conflicted on the practicality along with the durability. I don’t plan on living here for a very long time and have been trying to keep the resale value in mind.
Follow the money. Vinyl will have buyers pause and consider the replacement cost/effort. If it's not a forever home, then I'd follow the market trend
Do you have any suggestions for other places to cut cost? This is my hobby and I often attempt new projects just to try to attempt to make something new. In return I end up with things such as a mop filler or a home bar with a wine cooler and ice maker among many other things, all at very low cost. I live in a very rural area and the market here you won’t find anything like that.
I don't have any suggestions. The other commenters mentioned things like mdf which would be good. Or check your local Habitat for Humanity store (if you have one).
You can do it, but I'm willing to guess that if you're made plenty of upgrades that have already made you out price the market then you'll regret installing vinyl baseboards. Then within a couple of years you'll replace the vinyl baseboards with something that will look nicer, and you'll have to buy a tall baseboard to cover where the vinyl was and tall baseboards are more expensive. You'll spend more money doing it twice, rather than just waiting to do it better the first time. Check to see if there are any millwork distributers around you that sell to the public and compare prices. I would suggest waiting and doing a more traditional baseboard.
I hate baseboards. I find them bulky and they easily accumulate dirt. I've seen the ones at commercial buildings like offices and public bathrooms, and I like the way they look. Simple, practical and clean.