10th March 2025 New Build Skirting Board Essentials Republished with permission from Oak & Orange. Skirting boards play a pivotal role in grounding the aesthetic of a room. These simple yet elegant features add subtle detail that elevates the overall design. Whether you’re seeking a classic, contemporary, or minimalist finish, selecting the right skirting board for your new build is a thoughtful decision that blends function with style. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential factors to consider when choosing skirting boards—helping you make a choice that complements your space beautifully. . Find your Style When embarking on a new build, finding your style is the perfect place to start. It acts as a compass, guiding you through every design decision with ease and ensuring consistency throughout the process. By defining your aesthetic early on, you create a strong foundation that will help steer everything from colour schemes to furniture choices. Even with simple decisions like skirting boards & architraves, knowing your style makes the process far less daunting. The right skirting board can seamlessly tie together the elements in your space, adding that finishing touch that reflects your unique vision. Whether you’re aiming for a sleek, modern look or a more traditional vibe, having a clear style in mind not only simplifies these decisions but also ensures your choices feel harmonious and intentional, resulting in a home that truly feels like yours. Matching your skirting to your style Once you’ve created your Vision Board, take a moment to spot recurring shapes, lines, and textures. These visual cues will help guide your choice of skirting boards and architraves, ensuring they complement your overall style. Whether you’re drawn to sleek, modern lines or soft, traditional curves, these details create cohesion and bring your design vision to life. For Dream Home 9, we wanted something simple yet full of character. That’s why we chose Intrim’s SK23 profile for our skirting and architrave. Its subtle curves fit seamlessly with the coastal Mediterranean feel we were after, tying in beautifully with the curved void and handrail in the stairs, the arches in the bathroom, and even the curves in the kitchen island and range hood. Skirting boards may seem like a small detail, but they play a big role in enhancing style and creating a sense of flow throughout the home. Consider height & proportion When selecting skirting boards, consider both height and proportion to ensure they complement the overall design. With so many height options available, let your style dictate the choice. Taller skirting boards tend to suit more elegant, traditional styles, adding a sense of grandeur and refinement. In contrast, shorter skirting works well with modern or minimalist designs, where simplicity and clean lines are key. The right height will enhance your space, ensuring your skirting boards feel in proportion with the room. Use the following guide as your starting point: Ceiling Height Skirting Height Architrave Width 2400 – 2500mm 135mm 90mm 2501 – 2700mm 185mm 90mm 2701 – 3000mm 230mm 115mm > 3000mm 285mm 115mm Got Curves? We went with SK23 as the half round shape tied in beautifully with the curves and arches throughout the home. Repetition in shapes and design features is a key part in creating cohesion in a home and enhancing your style. Order Samples If you’re in the midst of designing your new home and feeling a little overwhelmed by all the choices, Intrim’s sample boxes are here to help! Whether you’re drawn to the breezy vibe of coastal or the classic elegance of Hamptons, these boxes are filled with all the mouldings samples you need to achieve the look you’re going for. It’s a super simple way to see what works together and get a feel for the materials before committing. Check out the full range online and let the design experts at Intrim do the hard work for you! Intrim x Oak & Orange – Dream Home 9 Intrim recently partnered with Oak & Orange for Dream Home 9, where Intrim’s SK23 skirting boards and architraves were used to create the home’s stunning coastal aesthetic. The subtle curves of this profile tied in seamlessly with the home’s arched features, staircase, and kitchen details, enhancing the overall sense of flow and cohesion. Oak & Orange are experts in creating beautiful and functional homes that blend style with practicality. For more inspiration and expert advice on home design, visit Oak & Orange.
