A “Both/And” Treatment for Windows

Window trimming typically uses either picture framing with casing on all four sides or a horizontal stool with side casings and an apron. A hybrid approach combines both methods to achieve aesthetic and functional benefits for certain window installations.

The two most common ways to trim out a window are wrapping all four sides with casing (sometimes called “picture framing”) or installing a horizontal stool on the bottom that supports the side casings and has a separate “apron” trim below the stool. Sometimes, however, I am called on to do a…

This story was originally published by JLC Online.