Our Most Popular Trim Styles – Which Baseboard You Should Go With

Check Out Riverside’s Top Trim Picks for Your Home

Ever walked into a room and felt it just popped? It’s not always about the big stuff like fancy furniture or expensive large art pieces. Sometimes, it’s the little things that make all the difference, playing up that idea of ‘the devil is in the details’. And by details, we mean trim. That’s right, the trim! Riverside Millwork Group knows how much trim can jazz up a place, offering all sorts of trim styles to take any room from meh to WOW! We’ve got everything from sleek modern trims to classic beauties, and we’re diving deep to show you the cream of the crop. Plus, we’ll check out some quality custom home construction from our Timberworx custom collaborations and simpler options like eased one edge that you could pick up right from our showroom. Oh, and we promise there’s even a perfect middle option we’ll highlight.

The Cool Thing About Trim

Think of trim as the frame around your favorite picture. It’s not just about setting limits; it’s about making everything inside look finished. Trim’s job is to outline spaces, cover up any spaces between the window and the wall or the floor to the wall, all while putting the finishing touches on the space’s aesthetics. But with so many choices, where do you even start? Let’s look at some of Riverside Millwork Group’s favorites and what makes them stand out from perhaps the trim you have been living with for all these years.

Eased One Edge: Sleek and Chic

Eased One Edge is all about bringing that cool, clean vibe with just a touch of softness. This trim is perfect for anyone who loves a sleek look but wants something a little softer around the edges. It’s pretty versatile, fitting in nicely whether your place has a more laid-back country feel or you’re all about that urban chic. Just like a favorite pair of jeans that look good with everything, Eased One Edge trim blends in smoothly, adding a neat finishing touch without making a big fuss.

In these project examples, the casing around the window is an Eased OneEdge casing on its own. The image including baseboard showcases an Eased One Edge Baseboard along with a piece of shoe mold to complete the look. The casing used in this project is Contemporary. Showcasing how we can mix and match styles to give us the full look we desire.

Colonial Trim: Old-School Cool

Colonial trim has a classic charm that doesn’t quit. It’s all about detailed designs and patterns that bring a warm, rich history feel, fitting right in with both old and new homes. We see this style being used again more since the beginning of 2023 as more home decor trended towards mixing more traditional design elements with modern ones for a look that is high end and exudes significant quality.

Contemporary: The Perfect Middle

Not too fancy, not too plain—contemporary trim is the middle-of-the-road champ. It strikes a perfect balance, adding a sleek, modern flair with its clean lines and minimal design. Homeowners like this design for the finished appearance and the added bonus that the design created on an angle so for those pet owners who are constantly clearing dog or cat hair off the baseboard ledges, this one will accumulate less than the thicker ledge of the Eased One Edge design.

Step Trim: Adds a Little Drama

With its levels and layers, step trim brings depth and a bit of shadow play to walls and doorframes, adding a neat architectural twist that’s both bold and subtle. With a few more straight edges in its design than the Colonial trim, this option works well in modern home design to add more details without getting too far from the look the home is intended to have.

For The Historic Home

Do you have a historic home and need to keep some elements of the home consistent? With our own trim department in our London Mill, we handle many inquiries across  Canada of general contractors needing to match an exact profile. Luckily between our inventory of over 3000 profiles and our ability to create anything custom to match, we are able to help!

Custom trim profiles are like the luxury cars of the trim world—crafted with extra care and fancy materials, they’re all about upscale elegance. On the simpler side, eased one edge trim offers a polished look that’s easy on the wallet but still stylish.

Trim: It’s All in the Details

Trim’s not just about looking good; it sets the whole mood. The type of material and the trim’s shape can really change up how a room feels, from cozy wood to sturdy, moisture-fighting composites. And whether you’re going for a royal or relaxed vibe, there’s a trim style out there for you.

Author’s Pick: The West End Notched 5” Baseboard

My top pick for baseboard style has got to be the West End Notched 5”. This style is all about keeping things sleek and modern, but still simple enough to fit in anywhere. What makes it stand out is this cool notch detail near the top. It’s a small thing, but it adds a lot of character without making the baseboard too busy or flashy.

Not only does it look great, but it’s also super easy to keep clean. Unlike some fancy baseboards that seem to collect dust like it’s their job, the West End Notched is designed to be low-maintenance. This means you get that sharp, clean look without the extra cleaning hassle.

In a nutshell, if you’re after a baseboard that’s modern, easy to maintain, and doesn’t hoard dust, the West End Notched 5” is the way to go. It’s a straightforward choice for adding a touch of style that feels both fresh and timeless.

One of Our Most Frequently Requested Custom Profiles

One of our favorite projects was with Timberworx, where we designed a custom trim profile that’s become a popular choice for many homeowners. The baseboards in this project show how a custom design can really make a space stand out, blending perfectly with both modern and traditional styles. If you’re curious about this profile or want to see how it could work in your home, get in touch with us—we’d love to tell you more!