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Simpson Construction LLC

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Simpson Construction LLC

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16 years of experience

Family-owned and operated with more than 20 years of experience; we're big enough to get the job done, but small enough to still care. We'll make your project as affordable as possible while maintaining the highest standards in quality, always providing free estimates.

Family-owned and operated with more than 20 years of experience; we're big enough to get the job done, but small enough to still care. We'll make your project as affordable as possible while maintaining the highest standards in quality, always providing free estimates.

Trim Tek

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Trim Tek

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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Trim Tek is a homeowners maintenance company. Founded in 1995. We strive to provide high quality products, at value pricing. Most services are self performed, unless required by building code. Billing is provided at time of services with minimal downpayments required.

Trim Tek is a homeowners maintenance company. Founded in 1995. We strive to provide high quality products, at value pricing. Most services are self performed, unless required by building code. Billing is provided at time of services with minimal downpayments required.

Don Kelley

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Don Kelley

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H&R General Contractors

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H&R General Contractors

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Customers say: Terrific value
26 years of experience

Award winning. Additional phone - (317) 714-5589. Additional DBA - H & R Roofing.

Award winning. Additional phone - (317) 714-5589. Additional DBA - H & R Roofing.

A HOME SPECIALIST

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A HOME SPECIALIST

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
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PAGE THE HANDYMAN

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PAGE THE HANDYMAN

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Customers say: Quality work

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Strongman

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2 years of experience

I’m a hardworking and dependable professional who takes every job seriously. I’ll go the extra mile to make sure the work is done to the highest standards, just like I would for my own family. I’m strong, efficient, and willing to work with you on a fair price that meets both our needs. Let’s make your project a success together!

I’m a hardworking and dependable professional who takes every job seriously. I’ll go the extra mile to make sure the work is done to the highest standards, just like I would for my own family. I’m strong, efficient, and willing to work with you on a fair price that meets both our needs. Let’s make your project a success together!

Indy Tile and Stoneworx

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Indy Tile and Stoneworx

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13 years of experience

Indy Tile and Stoneworx is dedicated installing only the finest tile products while still maintaining competitive prices. We offer written estimates, hire quality sub contractors when needed, and provide warranties for our work.

Indy Tile and Stoneworx is dedicated installing only the finest tile products while still maintaining competitive prices. We offer written estimates, hire quality sub contractors when needed, and provide warranties for our work.

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J&B handyman cleaning ect

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J&B handyman cleaning ect

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4 years of experience

FIRST CUSTOMER WILL GET 50% off entire job We are looking to start our own side buisness (me and my wife ) we specialize in a few things: -commercial/residential cleaning -trash , leave , or brush removal -basic trim and moulding -basic automotive repairs (tune up, brakes rotors ect ) - Auto detailing -Basic hauling needs -Tree removal and pruning -basic landscaping as well FREE ESTIMATES MY FIRST CUSTOMER WILL GET a 50% discount off first job, just looking to get myself out there !

FIRST CUSTOMER WILL GET 50% off entire job We are looking to start our own side buisness (me and my wife ) we specialize in a few things: -commercial/residential cleaning -trash , leave , or brush removal -basic trim and moulding -basic automotive repairs (tune up, brakes rotors ect ) - Auto detailing -Basic hauling needs -Tree removal and pruning -basic landscaping as well FREE ESTIMATES MY FIRST CUSTOMER WILL GET a 50% discount off first job, just looking to get myself out there !

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FAQs for wainscoting installation projects in Carmel, IN

Wainscoting is decorative paneling that covers the lower part of a wall for style and protection. Beadboard is a type of wainscoting made of long vertical planks with small raised beads between each board. You’ll see it on walls and ceilings when homeowners want added depth and charm. Both options work indoors or outdoors; beadboard pieces lock together with tongue-and-groove joints, while similar styles, such as shiplap, rely on a square rabbet joint.

The best rule of thumb for wainscoting is to stop the panels at about one-third of the wall height. In a room with a nine-foot ceiling, that’s roughly three feet up. Sticking to this ratio keeps the room balanced, lets plenty of wall color show above the trim, and delivers a polished, timeless look.

Wainscoting can make a room look smaller if the room has low ceilings. The same rule applies to wainscoting as it does to painting any space: to make the room look larger and more open, paint it a light color, such as white or cream. Since beadboard incorporates vertical lines in the paneling, this style of wainscoting is ideal for those wanting to make a room appear larger than it is.

Technically, you can panel any room, but wainscoting shines in open areas, such as a foyer or a tall-ceilinged bathroom. Skip it in small rooms with low ceilings—panels can make tight spaces feel boxed in. Open-concept layouts without clear stopping points along the walls are also tricky, as the trim requires a distinct beginning and end.

Removing existing wall panels before installing wainscoting involves distinct demolition efforts. The cost to hire a professional for demo work is $1.50 per square foot. If the underlying drywall requires replacement after panel removal, an additional fee of $1.60 to $2.35 per square foot is incurred. Completing these tasks properly ensures a sturdy foundation and a flawless finish.

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