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Understanding Architraves: The Finishing Touch An is the decorative moulding that borders a door or window frame. While it adds a polished, professional look to a room, its primary functional purpose is to hide the messy joint where the door lining meets the wall plaster. Why Use Architrave?

: The most popular choice due to its smooth finish, lack of knots, and resistance to warping. architrave

: It shields the edges of plaster from everyday knocks and scratches. Choosing Your Material The three most common materials for architraves include: Understanding Architraves: The Finishing Touch An is the

: A more natural option, but requires treating knots with a solution before painting to prevent bleeding. : The most popular choice due to its

: It acts as a "picture frame" for your doorways, adding architectural character.

: It hides structural gaps between the door frame and the wall.

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