Greg Kossow

Greg Kossow has been a professional contractor specializing in residential and commercial finish carpentry for over 25 years. He lives in Port Townsend, Washington.

Rabbeted Baseboards and Top Rails for Beadboard Wainscot
Cut rabbets in the baseboard and top rail to hide the end cuts of the wainscot boards.
Making Mitered Window Casing
Contractor Greg Kossow shares a fast and foolproof method for creating mitered casing.
Common Woodworking Glues
Yellow PVA glue is the go-to glue for most carpentry work, but several other common adhesives excel in certain situations.
Tips for Choosing and Using Lumber and Sheet Goods
Consider strength, price, finish quality, and workability to pick the best materials for your trim carpentry projects.
Installing Baseboard over Uneven Surfaces
When installing baseboard over an uneven floor, you'll need to scribe it to the floor so that the top edge will be level.
Splicing Baseboards
Learn how to invisibly join two pieces of baseboard on a long wall.
Dressing Up Window Trim
Back bandings and built-up moldings add a level of detail and visual impact to traditional window casings.
Installing Window Trim with Rosettes
Corner rosettes add visual interest to window casing—and also simplify the joinery.
Choosing an Interior Trim Style for Your House
Get tips for matching the look and size of moldings to match your home and your personal aesthetic tastes.
Door Casing with Rosettes and Plinth Blocks
Learn how to install decorative blocks at the base and corners on traditional door trim.

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