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Picture Molding Profile Knives

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Picture Molding Overview

Picture Molding is a traditional trim piece installed horizontally along walls, typically just below the ceiling line, to allow for hanging artwork without damaging the wall surface. Common in historic and classic homes, this molding features a small lip or groove that accommodates hooks or wires. It adds both function and elegance, serving as a decorative band that enhances the perimeter of a room.

Profile Description

  • Features a narrow, often rounded, or beveled profile with a defined edge or lip for supporting hanging hooks.
  • Designed to sit flush against the wall and align evenly around a room’s perimeter.
  • Available in simple or ornamental designs to suit minimal and formal interiors.
  • Sized for visual subtlety while maintaining structural function.

Purpose

  • Provides a damage-free solution for hanging art, mirrors, or framed photos.
  • Adds a classic, architectural detail to living rooms, dining rooms, hallways, and galleries.
  • Breaks up tall wall spaces with a refined decorative band.
  • Preserves wall surfaces, especially in homes with plaster walls or period architecture.

Common Usage

Historic Interiors: Frequently found in Victorian, Colonial Revival, and Craftsman homes as a standard wall trim feature.

Gallery Walls: Ideal for hanging art collections in residential and commercial settings.

Tall Ceilings: Used to visually break up wall height and add proportion to large rooms.

Custom Millwork: Incorporated into wainscoting or other millwork designs to maintain period authenticity.

How a Profile Molding Knife Works

  1. The profile knife itself is a piece of metal designed to be attached to a planer or molding machine.
  2. The profile of the cutting edge replicates the specific design of the door stop molding you want to create.
  3. By running wood planks through the machine with the profile knife attached, the wood is shaped into the desired door stop molding profile.

Custom Knives

Are you looking for a custom molding knife or a unique profile?

Williams & Hussey specializes in custom profile knives. We can replicate or create new designs using a sketch, drawing, or physical sample. Our team has experience producing high-quality custom knives, from classic baseboards to intricate historic restorations.

Knife Sharpen Service

Keeping knives clean and sharp will result in a smooth profile finish.
  1. Our knife sharpening service will inspect each set of knives for any damage and proper knife thickness.
  2. If knives are damaged or too thin, we will contact you to discuss replacement options.
  3. Sharpening services are processed and shipped within 1-2 business days.

Genuine W&H Profile Molder Knives

Our profile knives are designed to work seamlessly with all Williams & Hussey Molder models, whether old or new.

Crafted with the same commitment to quality, durability, and longevity as our molders, our standard and custom knives deliver exceptional performance.

Each set includes two knives.

These knives create a crisp, clean finish on every molding profile. Precision bolt-hole alignment, proper knife clearance, and optimized back-off angle define what we proudly call a GENUINE W&H profile knife.

Trust in quality. Expect precision.

Every Williams & Hussey knife is laser-engraved with our logo, guaranteeing authenticity and superior performance.

Important Notice!

Williams & Hussey takes pride in the workmanship and quality of our products and replacement parts.

Our products are designed and manufactured to the highest quality, and we stand behind each part and assembly built. However, we cannot guarantee the quality of others’ products or the compatibility of Williams & Hussey knives with third-party products.

Use of Williams & Hussey knives in third-party molders and other products not manufactured by Williams & Hussey is at the user’s own risk, without warranty, and without opportunity for refund for any reason.

Need Assistance or Have a Question?

Williams & Hussey is here to help you find the right molding knife profile for your molder and are happy to answer your questions about any of our products.