Garland and lights get the attention, but the trim behind them sets the stage. Here's how hardwood millwork can make your home feel ready for the holidays.
When we think about holiday decorating, we picture the tree, the lights, and the wreath on the door. But the rooms that feel the most festive usually have something else in common: good bones. Crisp trim, warm accent walls, and well-framed doorways give your decorations something to work with.
Here are a few ways to use hardwood millwork to set the stage for the season.
Frame your doorways
Wide door casing turns an ordinary opening into an entrance, especially when it's wrapped in garland or ribbon. If your guests walk through it, it's worth upgrading.
Warm up a wall with Tongue & Groove Paneling
Tongue and groove paneling brings instant texture and a cozy, cabin-inspired feel, perfect for the season. Use it on an accent wall behind the tree, a ceiling for a rustic touch, or an entryway where guests first walk in. The boards fit together cleanly for a seamless look, and hardwood paneling can be stained warm or painted to match your holiday palette.
Add character with a Wainscoting Wall Treatment
In a dining room, wainscoting or a board and batten accent wall adds a traditional feel that pairs well with holiday table settings. It also holds up well when a full house of guests is bumping chairs into the walls.
Make a bold statement with Red Shiplap
If you want color that says "holiday" all season long, our red shiplap from the Red, White & Blue Limited Edition series is made for it. A rich red accent wall makes a natural backdrop for a tree, a garland-draped doorway, or a festive dining setup, and it carries right on into winter, Valentine's Day, and the Fourth of July. Because it's a limited edition run, once it's gone, it's gone, so grab it while it's available.
Stain or paint to match your style
Warm wood tones lean classic and cozy. White or painted trim makes bold reds and greens pop. Either way, hardwood takes finish well and holds up for years after the decorations come down.
Made right here in Elkhart
Our hardwood products are made in Elkhart, Indiana, so you're getting quality millwork made close to home. Whether you're a homeowner tackling one room or a contractor finishing jobs before the holidays, we've got the trim to get it done.Â