Cut blocks to support the crown molding. Here’s one easy way to figure out the angle for the blocks: Hold a section of crown ...

Installing crown molding is precise work that requires patience and perseverance. An essential tool for this job is a power miter box saw, which cuts corners quickly and cleanly.

The installation steps vary from one manufacturer to the next, but not significantly. We chose an Armstrong Tegular Ceiling (Armstrong World Industries Inc., P.O. Box 173058, Denver, CO 90217).

For instance, a crown molding used on a mantle is low and the angle for that application wouldn't need to be the same as a crown molding in a 10- or 12-foot ceiling.

What makes crown molding different is it does not rest flat against the wall, so a simple 45-degree cut will not create a perfect corner joint. It requires some unusual saw cuts at 33.9 degrees ...

What makes crown molding different is it does not rest flat against the wall, so a simple 45-degree cut will not create a perfect corner joint. It requires some unusual saw cuts at 33.9, degrees ...