Casing & Trim

A casing profile is the shape across the face of the trim. Flat surfaces give the opening a simple outline; curves and stepped edges create more shadow and detail. Look at the profile beside the door panels and nearby window trim before deciding how much ornament to include.

Width matters as much as the shape. Check the wall space on both sides of the opening, particularly near a corner or adjoining window. For a larger entrance unit, consider the full width of the door and sidelights when choosing its outer frame.

Select trim for the inside or outside
Our collection includes exterior casings, interior casings, and back bands. A back band adds a shaped outer edge to a compatible casing, giving the surround more depth. Review the combined width and projection when considering that detail.

For entrance units, coordinate the casing with the jamb and any sidelights or transom. Inside the home, the same profile can connect solid wood interior doors along a hallway, even when the doors have different widths.

Choose wood for the location as well as the finish. If your door is in our standard African Mahogany, its grain and color offer a starting point for coordinating stained trim. Exterior casing needs a species appropriate to the weather exposure; our team can help with that selection.

Bring existing trim into the discussion
If you are replacing vintage door trim, compare the surviving profile from the end as well as the front. Its thickness, curves, and steps may be difficult to see in a straight-on photograph. Share the dimensions and clear views of the original so we can discuss the available profiles and your project.

Our casing is newly made solid wood trim, sold in several standard lengths. Review the lengths needed for each side and the top with your installer, then choose from the available lengths for cutting and fitting at installation.

Browse the profiles and standard lengths above. Our craftspeople can help you compare the available options with the trim in your home. For other details around the entry or porch, explore our solid wood millwork.