Architrave conceals the joint and any shrinkage or movement that may occur between the wall and the casing within the door surround.

What is the difference between skirting and architrave?

Skirting board is designed to be fitted around the perimeter of a room, fixed to the wall where it meets the floor. Architrave, however, is generally much thinner than skirting board and is fitted around doors where the (most likely wooden) door frame meets the plaster.

What are the types of architrave?

Most architraves are made from one of three materials: hardwood, softwood or medium-density fibreboard (MDF). Other less common architrave materials include plaster, PVC, rubber, ceramic tiles and aluminium.

Is architrave old fashioned?

This old fashioned style works really well in periodic homes. We can cut the Architrave to custom widths e.g. 3 inches / 76mm. Available in single lengths and door packs. Our Architrave is available in a wide range of widths, depths, lengths and packs.

What is the difference between door frame and architrave?

In conclusion, the door frame is the supportive structure that holds the wall opening together and where the door will sit, and the architrave is the decorative moulding around it.

What size is door architrave?

70mm. The most common architrave width we see is 70mm (approximately 3 inches). This is due to the majority of people have 6 inch skirting or shorter within their homes.

What are Architraves in a house?

Architraves are the mouldings that sit around your door or window frame to disguise unsightly joints or seams between the wall and the doorframe, or the wall and the window frame. An architrave also allows for the subtle movement of your home.

What is a shadow gap?

Most self-builders hoping to create a contemporary home are familiar with shadow gaps — those tiny ‘flash gaps’ or ‘controlled gaps’ designed to replace skirting boards and allow for movement between the two planes of the wall and the floor.

What is the edge of a door called?

Stiles. · The vertical pieces or edges of a door. These and rails form the frame of the door slab.

Where can I find Victorian doors and architraves?

Take a look at our wide rage of Victorian architraves, Victorian skirting boards and Victorian doors at Period Mouldings.

Can you use architrave mouldings on doors?

You can use wooden architrave mouldings around doors, windows or any other suitable opening in your period home. We have a range of Victorian architrave profiles available both in hard and softwood. Traditional hardwood architraves are suitable for exterior use.

What are architraves and how are they used?

Architraves can also be used to produce a more classic or traditional touch to a room or hallway, and come in a variety of styles like skirting boards including Colonial, Federation, or Post War. Each style of skirting board or architrave achieves a unique aesthetic for your home.

What are the dimensions of a Victorian 2 architrave?

The main cover image shows the Victorian 2 architrave at 70mm high and 18mm thick, which are the ‘standard’ dimensions for an architrave. This product is manufactured to order, and available for UK-wide delivery within 2 working days (EXPRESS DELIVERY) or 5 working days (STANDARD DELIVERY) .