Interior window molding does double duty, covering gaps while defining a style. Use this guide to understand what each part does and how all the pieces fit together
a) crown molding Angles out from wall at top of window, adding dimension lacking in flat stock. Together with frieze board and cap, makes up entablature, a feature found in classical house styles, such as Georgian, Federal, and Greek Revival.
b) mitered return Covers end grain as it carries profile to wall.
c) frieze board Serves as base for attaching crown molding and cap. Its ends line up with outside edges of casing.
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