Among the possible options for technological finishing of the connection between the wall and the floor covering, the flush-mounted skirting board for painting and other modifications that can be ordered online deserve special attention.

General information on hidden skirting boards

It is a relatively new finishing material and many professionals are just beginning to discover it and familiarize themselves with its technical possibilities. Does it make sense to choose this type of skirting board instead of classic plastic or wooden skirting boards?

The finished product is a construction set consisting of basic aluminum profiles and decorative inserts. Unlike the base element, inserts can be made of different materials:

1. MDF;
2. Aluminum;
3. Plastics;
4. Natural wood.

The insert can be primed and painted, but it is possible to purchase the insert without a coating and decorate it at your discretion according to the project.

The main advantages of the hidden skirting board

Each finishing element fulfills not only a decorative function. Skirting boards are no exception, as they are designed to protect the wall-floor junction, which is more vulnerable to damage than other surfaces. So what are the advantages of the models of hidden slats over the classics?

1. The skirting board increases the usable area of ​​the room. Yes, it's only a few centimeters, but that's what you need to arrange your furniture perfectly. With a perfectly flat wall, you can place a wardrobe, sofa or bedside table.
2. Thanks to the fact that the furniture is adjacent to the wall and there are no protruding elements, cleaning is much easier. There will be much less dust and cobwebs in the room.
3. This strip fits perfectly to various types of doors, especially to hidden doors.
4. Aluminum profiles are not deformed under the influence of changes in humidity and temperature. Therefore, they are suitable for installation in rooms with any microclimate, and even outside, for example on an outdoor terrace.
5. The lack of protruding elements extends the life of the skirting board. It is less susceptible to accidental damage during operation. This is especially important in high-traffic areas.
6. The profile is not damaged by pests, it is fire resistant, it does not emit any toxic substances or smell.
7. Due to the material properties and design features, hidden models have a longer service life compared to classic models.

Decorative possibilities with a hidden strip

In addition to technical advantages, they also have decorative advantages. Of course, they are different, but only a paintable hidden skirting board will help create a uniform surface. The decorative insert does not have to match the height of the base profile exactly. The effect of the gap created by the hidden skirting board looks very effective. In this article, we will tell you about the main advantages and benefits of buying a hidden plinth over surface-mounted modifications, which differ in the presence of a small gap between the base element and the decorative insert.

Another very effective method of finishing with a hidden skirting board is "floating walls". For this purpose, a special modification of the basic profile with a channel for mounting the LED strip is used. Lighting from below creates a fantastic illusion of no support, which is often used in modern interior styles. Such lighting can also be more functional, acting as a night light.

It is also worth noting that the installation of a hidden molding is a rather complicated procedure with many nuances, and it is better to entrust it to professionals. Before ordering a paintable flush-mounted skirting board, keep in mind that in some types of old buildings, its installation is particularly difficult or even technically impossible.