• You can do many things with floor molding.hardwood floor texture image by GoodMood Photo from Fotolia.com
  
  Whether you are fitting a new floor or repairing an old one, you need to know what type of floor molding is available to perform the job properly. Floor molding comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, giving you a wide range of floor molding ideas.
  
  

End Cap Molding

• End cap molding, also known as square nose molding, joins two flooring materials that are different types, which allows for a quick installation because you don't have to take the time to butt two flooring types end to end. You can also use it in areas where there is no requirement for an expansion gap, but where you want the flooring to have an aesthetic look against areas such as metal door tracking and walls.
  
  

Stair Nose Molding

• Stair nose molding is used on stair edges and landings, giving a rounded edge to the stairs or landing and to smooth out the finished joints. This type of molding is offered as overlapping or flush molding.
  
  

T Molding

• Use T molding on areas where two flooring materials meet at the same height, such as connecting rooms. This molding is not difficult to install and gives a professional look to your flooring. However, it is important that both floors are exactly the same height or this type of molding is not aesthetically appealing.
  
  

Reducer Molding

• Reducer molding is the molding to use when you want to connect two floors that are not the same height. This molding is the best choice when you are joining two floors made from different materials; it creates a nice flush and professional look.
  
  

Quarter Round Molding

• If there is an expansion gap between the edge of the floor and the wall, quarter round molding is the molding to use. Quarter round molding disguises the gap, giving a finished look to the flooring. This type of floor molding is often used with a decorative base molding for aesthetic purposes.