11th April 2025 Choosing the right size skirting board How do you choose skirting boards of the right size? First, decide what you want to achieve in your home, whether a build, addition, or renovation. These are some factors to keep in mind. 1) Space. A common belief is that large skirting boards can only be used in big rooms with high ceilings. But if you want to create a cosy space, you can experiment with a higher-than-normal profile. Similarly, to make an impression of extra spaciousness, you can keep the skirtings smaller in a large area. Ask our team to show you some sample decors. 2) Height. A good starting point is the following chart: Ceiling Height Skirtings Height Architrave Width 2400-2500mm 135mm 90mm 2501-2700mm 185mm 90mm 2701-3000mm 230mm 115mm >3001mm 285mm+ 115mm+ The above are suggestions only. Any skirting 185mm high or more is considered a large skirt. 185mm suits most new homes. A busier profile looks better in a room with more space. In a smaller room (if you are using a high-profile style), we recommend a design with more “breathing space”, i.e. with 50% of flat space in its profile.
