Build Cornice Box With Foam Core

But once you read this post you ll see why you ve got to make a diy cornice board if you re saying to yourself well how can i want to make a diy cornice board if i don t even know what the heck one is yet don t worry.

Build cornice box with foam core.

Wrap and staple tightly on the inside of the cornice. My aunt made a cornice for my big bedroom window using the long side corner of a refrigerator box which happened to be just the right length. Pull tightly ensuring that there are no wrinkles on the face of the cornice then staple on the interior edge of the cornice box. When the window does not have a frame or trim around it measure.

As easy as 1 2 3. Foam and fabric spray adhesive. A low temperature hot glue is an alternative. If your valance spans a large area bolster the back of the valance with a board made of a foam insulation scrap.

Finish the edges by folding the batting with a straight vertical seam in the corners. Also part of the charm of lightweight cornice boxes is that the fabric will help hold it together once all is said and done. There are 6 styles for you to chose from and add a personal touch to your home without sewing. Our no sew cornice kits are perfect for the diy er and professional.

We bought a sheet that matched the bedding too. Hot glue melts plastic foam so do not overdo it with the glue. After the glue is dry trim your toothpicks and spray with tacky spray adhesive. We used one of the cheap white metal curtain rods and.

Make the corners of your cornice by. All about cornice boards and how to make your own diy cornice board i ve got a fun diy today that you may not even know you needed yet. You could hot glue this if you wanted but i find hot glue is tough and melts the foam core. Just assemble decorate and hang these beautiful light weight cornices to beautify any room.

House counselor laurie march shows how to make a simple stenciled cornice box for a window. If you had your wood pre cut at the hardware store the stability piece should fit pretty snug in between the two side pieces. I used an exacto. It also helps when you go to hang it because the cornice box will be much sturdier.

The stability piece is to make sure your cornice box is sturdy and doesn t start morphing on you over time. This is the length your cornice will be including the side. Following the directions of the foam core board tutorials i built my cornices from my foam panels.