Applying Wood Trim As A Flush Cap

by Steve Worth

The Short Answer

A flush cap corner trim creates a clean outside corner by placing the trim first and installing planks tight to its edge. Peel the backing, adhere the trim, press it firmly with a J-roller, then continue installing planks so the edge looks intentional and finished.

Our 90-degree wood outside corner trim pieces come in 4-foot lengths and install the same simple way as Stikwood planks: peel, stick, and press firmly. We sell trim for Stikwood finishes, and the cleanest look is usually to install the trim flush with the planks. You can also install the trim after Stikwood is installed by placing it on top of the planks.

Tools You’ll Need

  • J-Roller

Step 1

Peel the adhesive backing from the trim piece.

Step 1 applying wood trim as a flush cap

Step 2

Adhere wood trim to the outside corner. Roll with a J-Roller to ensure proper adhesion.

Step 2 applying wood trim as a flush cap

Step 3

Apply the planks flush to the edge of the corner piece, making sure to tuck the plank closely to the trim and any pieces surrounding the plank. Roll with a J-Roller to ensure proper adhesion.

Step 3 applying wood trim as a flush cap

Step 4

Voilà. Once you arrive at the edge during each row you are installing, continue to install the planks alongside the trim, tucking the plank into the trim first for a clean finished edge.

Step 4 applying wood trim as a flush cap

Need the right pieces before you start? Browse installation tools and Stikwood wood wall planks, or order samples to match your finish before installing trim.

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Steve Worth
About the Author

Steve is the marketing and creative director at Stikwood. With over 20 years in the fields of graphic design, marketing, architecture and furniture design, he has his finger on the pulse of the interior design space.