How to install baseboard for beginners

Baseboard seems more intimidating than it is. I'll go over a bunch of detail about the boards, types, sizes, as well as where and how to start. Then install it and finish it out for a great result. Tons of info, so let's get started.

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[KCinspireME]

My husband passed away unexpectedly. I’m living in a fixer upper, so I’m left with a pretty big project. Working on the house is surprisingly therapeutic. It feels good to build in a time when life has taken so much away. Thank you so much for your help!

[nickdanielson]

Just redid all of the baseboards in my home last week. I am semi handy, but baseboards was something I had never done out of fear of them becoming an eyesore due to quality of work. I tackled it last week with the help of your video and they came out flawless. Can't thank you enough.

[larryanderson]

As a retired cabinetmaker, if you use mdf core baseboard, you must seal every end that you cut, or it becomes a sponge for water.

[coosbay]

I'm a professor, and this guy is an excellent teacher! I've learned a lot from this channel.

[adambuzzeo]

best explanation i've ever seen for baseboards. Way to cover everything. The 44 and 46 degree angle advise is primo.

[jmillerdesign]

I've been putting off trimming out the baseboard of our basement which we finished earlier this year. This video REALLY helps give me some tips and confidence to get the job done once and for all.

[goingvenus]

I've never done baseboards before and probably will never do them again, but this one time, I'd like to do them correctly. Now I know how! Thank you!

[GoldVP...]

I'm so glad you talked about pinning into the studs.
Wanna know how many brads I've pulled out of water lines?
ITS A INSTANT PAIN IN THE BACKSIDE!!! lol
Seriously always brad nail about 1inch above the floor level, if you don't use studs, which I recommend always using studs....be a professional, and always cover your nails, by inserting the brad, another 1/16th inch or 1/8th and use drywall mud, not caulking!! Caulking is for corners, not nails!!
A quick sand, and paint, and you'll never see them.
I guarantee you, if you use caulk, I will show every spot you've done, with my led light!!

[robertlutz]

78 year old guy installing baseboard for the very first time...EXCELLENT VIDEO! Thanks fer posting!

[mookyyzed]

When we 1st bought our house 15 years ago, I did my best with a bathroom redo (wainscoting, baseboards). Needless to say, it did not stand the test of time.

Thank you for this video, because i didn't use any of your tips the 1st time. Using these tips will surely give a far better result.

[ListenMeMF]

Im a first timer building a barn house. My trim arrived today. Been 2 years as a slow build. I cant wait to start tomorrow morning.

[guysolis]

I just realized I made more work for myself. I bought profiled trim. I installed profiled trim in 3 bedrooms with great success but never again. I'm going with profile-less trim from here on out. My nemesis is the trim cut with an inside corner to an outside corner. The CA glue is a must have. Great tip on the 44 degrees..

[RedPillRealist]

I wish the noodle head self proclaimed handy man who did the house that I bought watched your video before doing this.

Just redid the trims in my house based on your video and it looks perfect. Thank you.

[happycamper]

I'm getting ready to tackle my remodeled house. I feel better about doing it. Thanks for simple and straight forward tutorial.

[uredaycare]

I am excited about the baseboard that I put in by watching this tutorial. Even though nail guns is expensive I use a hammer and nails by hand. The corners didn't come out quite like his but caulk will take care of that. I have small gaps between the wall and baseboard connecting but caulk will help.

[ixchac]

Excellent tips! You actually teach what others just show and don't teach, for example, that you are spraying activator. Thank you!

[franksilva]

I never really comment on videos but i have to on this one. Great job on explaining everything step by step! From the most common baseboard to use to the most common size people use, to what size nails and why. Great job bro

[thehound]

I’m thankful for butt joints. Currently replacing all the baseboards in my house. Really saves time

[missyh]

By far one of the best videos for a beginner like me

[beardedelephant]

Exactly what I needed to see as I am completely new to tools and this type of diy. Tired of paying people to do work around my house and the price gouging. Appreciate this video bro