Timber Architraves

Architrave is the term given to the timber casing that surrounds each door frame. Its primary purpose is to provide a pleasing finish with no unsightly seams and joins. For this reason, at George Hill Timber and Building Supplies, we offer architraves in a range of materials and finishes to suit your preferences and personal style.

Choose from low-cost MDF which can be readily planed, primed and painted to suit any skirting and decor scheme, or you could go for sustainably sourced oak or redwood, which will deliver a delightful and long-lasting natural finish.

Choosing a timber architrave for a property requires careful consideration of a number of factors. Firstly, the architrave that you choose should be of equal or greater thickness than the skirting board that is already fitted. This will create a tidy finish, particularly when joins are sealed, and both are painted with the same colour and finish.

Once you know what depth you need, you will need to decide how wide you wish the architrave to be and how you want it finished. Round edge architrave is traditional, but period mould, bevelled, sanitary Regency, torus and lamb's tongue options are available for those working on period properties or who simply want to make a statement. These architraves feature sweeping lines and eye-catching curves which will create a unique finish to the project.

At George Hill Timber and Building Supplies, we not only stock a huge selection of timber architraves but also the tools, adhesives, fixtures and fittings needed to install them correctly. We can also provide oils, stains and paints that will help you to achieve a perfect, long-lasting and streak-free finish that perfectly suits the decor and individual tastes.

To find out more about what we can offer and how we can help you with a wide range of supplies, please contact us today or visit us in branch.

Timber Architraves FAQs

What Joints are Used for Architraves?

Unless you intend to use rosette blocks at the corners of your architrave, the best joint to use is a mitre which provides a clean finish. The legs and head of the architrave are typically cut at a 45 degree angle to allow them to join together perfectly.

Should Architraves be Same Thickness as Skirting?

Traditionally, architraves should be the same thickness or slightly thicker than the skirting that adjoins them. This creates a tidy finish, particularly when both elements are painted in the same colour.