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What is the difference between a chair rail and wainscoting?
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The difference between a chair rail and wainscoting is placement and coverage. A chair rail is a piece of molding placed around 30 to 36 inches above the floor that is usually 2 to 3 inches wide. Wainscoting is paneling that usually travels from the chair rail to the floor, covering the lower half of a wall. On 1stDibs, find a variety of moulding.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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Located in Buisson, FR
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Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful handcarved giltwood acanthus leaf ornament that once adorned a chapel . Original period piece that due its high age has a beautiful weathered look.
Italy circa 1780/1850 , ...
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Antique 18th Century Italian Architectural Elements
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Located in Lincoln, GB
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Antique Early 1800s French Architectural Elements
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