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Fitting Classical Architrave

April 9, 2018July 19, 2018 DIY Guides architrave, doors

Fitting a classical-style architrave rather than a standard one can really add a touch of class to your home, particularly in period houses and houses with larger rooms.

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Fitting Standard Architrave

February 28, 2015 DIY Guides architrave, doors

Fitting architrave around a doorway properly is not the most difficult of DIY job, but it important to the finished look of any internal doorway. Architrave not only hides the joint between the door lining and the wall, but it also makes the doorway look complete.

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