Install the crown Install the crown molding, fastening the bottom to the base every 16 inches with 1-1/4-in., 18-gauge brads. Secure the center of the crown to the blocks with two-inch brads.

Cove molding is the wonderful curvy stuff that can dress up any room with a decent 9-foot ceiling. Its close cousin -- crown molding -- is the flatter version of this classic ceiling treatment.

Crown molding comes pre-primed; and, the project generally takes about five to seven hours. This is a perfect way to instantly and inexpensively upgrade the entire look of the kitchen.

Here's the whole step-by-step for how to install baseboards and crown molding—note that most of the work happens in the planning phase. The actual install takes no time! Daydream ...