What Are The Common Sizes Of Skirting Boards Made Of Different Materials?

Table of contents

1. The role of skirting

2. Common sizes of skirting boards for different materials

      2.1 Solid wood skirting

      2.2 Ceramic tile skirting

      2.3 Stainless steel skirting

      2.4 Stone skirting

      2.5 PVC skirting board

3. Conclusion

The role of skirting

In-home decoration projects and skirtings are usually installed in the transition area between the floor and the wall. These skirtings are made of various materials, and their main function is to protect the wall and balance the visual effect of the interior space. Many people may be confused about how to choose the size of the skirting. The size of the skirting needs to be selected according to the material used or the height of the indoor ceiling.

Common sizes of skirting boards for different materials

Solid wood skirting

Wooden skirting is the most commonly used type of skirting in modern home decoration. It can be flexibly customized to different heights. Usually, the height of wooden skirting is about 8cm. If it is a density board skirting, the height can be selected to be about 7.5cm.

Ceramic tile skirting

Ceramic tile skirting is a traditional type of skirting with a long history of use. The height of ceramic tile skirting is usually about 6.6 cm-7 cm, which can make your interior environment look more natural and beautiful. Common ceramic tile skirting sizes on the market are 800*110mm, 600*110mm, and 1000*110mm.

Stainless steel skirting

Stainless steel skirting usually has a cool texture and is suitable for use in a simple modern interior environment. But compared with other skirtings, stainless steel skirting is harder, more environmentally friendly, and less prone to damage. The current standard size of stainless steel skirting is 10cm high.

Stone skirting

There are two types of stone skirting on the building materials market, low skirting and high skirting. The common height of stone skirting is generally between 10 cm and 15 cm. The specific height can be determined according to the size of the room, design style, and personal preference, but 12 cm is a more common and standard height choice.

PVC skirting board

PVC skirting board is a very cost-effective decorative profile. Its height is generally between 6 cm and 10 cm. The specific height can be selected according to the size of the room, design style, and personal preference, but generally many people will choose a height of 7cm-8cm.

Conclusion

There is no very clear reference standard for the height of the skirting, after all, everyone's ceiling height is different. If the ceiling of the room is relatively high, it is not suitable to use a relatively small skirting, which will make the house look empty. If the indoor ceiling is relatively low, it is not advisable to choose a higher skirting, which will make the house look short and the space appear narrow.

Generally speaking, many home decorations now need to choose to use 6-7cm skirting, which can better decorate our indoor environment. Of course, if you have any doubts about the material, height, and other dimensions of the skirting, you can always consult our expert team, who will provide you with professional advice and help you make the most correct choice.