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As people’s pursuit of refinement and high quality increases, every detail in interior design has become more meticulous. In addition to the “invisible light” hidden design, the design of skirting boards has also become popular with the concept of “visible feet, invisible feet”.
Today, let’s discuss the invisible embedded skirting board from the following aspects:
1.What is an invisible embedded skirting board?
2.Crafting methods for embedded skirting boards
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01. What is an invisible embedded skirting board?
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1.Concept
Invisible embedded skirting board refers to creating small grooves in the wall or using the thickness of the finish to form a natural groove, then embedding the skirting board into the groove, so that after construction, the surface of the skirting board is recessed into the wall finish or flush with the wall, achieving the effect of seeming to be embedded in the wall.
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△ Recessed into the wall style (partial) example
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△ Recessed into the wall effect example
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△ Flush with the wall style (partial) example
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△ Flush with the wall effect example
The common materials for skirting boards include stone, wood, tiles, metal, PVC, etc. The invisible embedded skirting board is often more applied in metal materials, mainly stainless steel and aluminum alloy materials.
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2.Features
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a.Better protection for walls.
b.Allows for a more natural transition and connection between upper and lower spaces, harmonizing with the wall for a better decorative effect.
c.Usually made of metal skirting boards, which are more durable and have a longer lifespan.
d.Conceals gaps and hides wires.
e.Easier maintenance, furniture can be placed against the wall.
3.How to achieve a better “invisible” effect?
Generally, to make the skirting board less noticeable, it is best to choose the same color, material, texture, etc., as the floor, wall, and door frame, making it look coordinated and unified.
a.Same color as the wall
The simplest way to achieve the “invisible” effect for the skirting board is to choose an embedded skirting board that is the same color as the wall, which is also a cost-effective choice for visual coordination.
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b.Same color as the floor
In spaces with higher ceilings, skirting boards can be chosen in colors similar to the flooring or tiles. If the color and material can match, it can achieve a seamless look.
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c.Same color as the door frame
Choosing the color of the door frame not only creates visual harmony but also presents a sense of unity with the door frame’s lines.
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02. Crafting methods for invisible skirting boards
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The common installation methods for skirting boards are wall-mounted (exposed), flush wall, and embedded in wall. Among them, flush wall and embedded wall can be used for invisible embedded skirting boards.
1.Flush wall
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Flush wall is essentially embedded, just the effect produced is a flush wall.
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Features:
Maintains unity with the wall
Not easily collects dirt
High aesthetic value
Easy to clean
Typically, flush wall can also be divided into grooved and non-grooved according to the different crafting methods.
a.Grooved
Grooved typically involves opening a groove at the bottom of the wall based on the height, thickness of the skirting board, and thickness of the finish layer, then inserting the skirting board and leveling it with putty to keep it flush with the wall.
Grooved is usually suitable for walls with painted finishes.
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△ Method illustration
Specific construction process:
① Construction preparation
② Wall grooving
③ Wall decoration
④ Floor material installation
⑤ Skirting board installation
⑥ Wall finishing
(The order of wall and floor construction can be adjusted according to the project)
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b.Non-grooved
Non-grooved typically involves selecting the thickness of the skirting board according to the thickness of the wall finish layer, allowing the skirting board to stay flush with the wall finish layer.
Usually suitable for gypsum board walls, wooden finish walls, etc.
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△ Method illustration
Specific construction process:
① Construction preparation
② Floor material installation
③ Installing wall finish panels (if there are boards that need painting, this step is completed here)
④ Skirting board installation
⑤ Wall finishing
(The order of wall and floor construction can be adjusted according to the project)
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2.Embedded in wall
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Embedded skirting board is recessed into the wall finish, creating an illusion of suspension at the bottom of the wall.
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Features:
Dust-free and easy to maintain
Enhances the visual effect of the space
Strong sense of layering
Provides enough space to hide lighting strips
Embedded skirting boards can also be divided into grooved and non-grooved based on different crafting methods.
a.Grooved
Grooved typically involves opening a groove at the bottom of the wall based on the height and thickness of the skirting board, then inserting the skirting board and leveling it with putty to keep it embedded in the wall.
Grooved is usually suitable for walls with painted finishes.
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△ Method illustration
Specific construction process:
① Construction preparation
② Wall grooving
③ Wall decoration
④ Floor material installation
⑤ Skirting board installation
⑥ Wall finishing
(The order of wall and floor construction can be adjusted according to the project)
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△ Node construction
2.Non-grooved
Non-grooved typically involves selecting the thickness of the skirting board according to the thickness of the wall finish layer, allowing the skirting board to stay flush with the wall finish layer.
Usually suitable for gypsum board walls, wooden finish walls, etc.
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△ Method illustration
Specific construction process:
① Construction preparation
② Floor material installation
③ Installing wall finish panels (if there are boards that need painting, this step is completed here)
④ Skirting board installation
⑤ Wall finishing
(The order of wall and floor construction can be adjusted according to the project)
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△ Node construction
3.Precautions
a.Usually during the water and electricity phase, the wall bottom grooving process is carried out. The groove size should be determined based on the selected skirting board size and the thickness of the wall finish layer. The groove depth is typically around 2cm, and it is best not to damage the wall structure.
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b.No matter which crafting method, floor method, and skirting board style are chosen, it should be ensured that the skirting board can completely cover the gap between the wall and floor after installation.
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c.If the skirting board is installed first and then the wall is painted, the depth of the putty layer must be reserved, then install the skirting board and level it to ensure it is horizontal and vertical.
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d.When installing flush wall grooved skirting boards, it’s relatively difficult to ensure that the finished surface and the wall’s finished surface are on the same vertical plane, so it often requires higher construction skills.
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