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Why Commercial Interiors Are Borrowing from Residential Design in 2026
Commercial design is shifting. Spaces are no longer judged on function alone; they’re judged on how they feel. In 2026, the traditional ‘clinical white...
Standard Specification vs Decorative Timber Mouldings
At Intrim, we understand the value of quality. In the manufacture of premium timber mouldings, yes, but also in the final impression they leave...
Ultimate Guide to Timber Mouldings in Australia 2026
Timber mouldings are a core architectural finishing system within Australian building and interior design. In 2026, architects and interior designers specify skirting boards, architraves,...
Polyurethane for Flexible Mouldings
Curved walls, rounded staircases and sweeping architectural features are becoming increasingly popular in residential and commercial design. This shift brings common questions from designers,...
The Colour Drench Revolution: Why Your Mouldings Are the Secret to Making It Work
There is a quiet revolution happening in luxury interiors right now, and it has nothing to do with the latest wallpaper or the newest...
Decorative Timber Mouldings Interior Design Trends for 2026
Australian homes are showcasing and celebrating decorative mouldings like never before. In 2026, designers and homeowners are continuing to embrace the character and craftsmanship...
Minimalist Interior Design: Your Complete Guide to Modern, Clutter-Free Homes
Whether you’re renovating an existing home or building from scratch, minimalist design offers timeless appeal through simplicity and purpose. This guide explores how architectural...
A Designer’s Guide to Specifying Skirting Boards and Architraves
When it comes to specifying interior mouldings, there is no strict rule that skirting boards and architraves must match. What matters more is how...
Complete Guide to Curved Mouldings for Sophisticated Interiors
Curves are leading the way in interior design. Their soft, organic forms bring comfort, flow, and calm to various interior styles - from grand...
Create a Classic Hamptons Look with Intrim Mouldings
The classic Hamptons interior style is one of the most loved in Australia. With its timeless appeal and relaxed focus on coastal design, its...
Why Interior Designers Are Choosing Shadowline Skirting Boards
In modern interior design, every detail matters. The lines between walls, floors, and cabinetry must flow seamlessly to achieve truly great results. That’s where...
Choosing the Right Size Mouldings for Your Home
Playing with designs & styles are always the fun part of building or renovating, but once you’ve decided on your style, how do you...
How Architectural Details Increase Property Values
Understanding architectural details Architectural details refer to the fine elements that define a home’s character, craftsmanship, and style. These include both interior and exterior...
How to Balance Modern Heritage Interior Design In Australian Homes
What is modern heritage design? Modern heritage design combines traditional elements - such as antique furnishings, mouldings, and architectural details - with modern materials,...
New Build Skirting Board Essentials
Republished with permission from Oak & Orange. Skirting boards play a pivotal role in grounding the aesthetic of a room. These simple yet elegant...
How to Create a Classic Hamptons-Style Home
If you’d like to learn more about how Intrim can create WOW in your next project, contact us for a personal mouldings consult. We’ll...
Coastal Decorating Ideas for Exceptional Interior Designs
Need help to create the perfect coastal interior? Book a design consultation with one of our expert product specialists to explore your creativity today....
How to Design the Perfect Hamptons Style Kitchen
Create a Hamptons-style kitchen with our Michelin-starred quality design ideas and products. Find your creative spark for the ultimate household eating area.
10 Rustic French Provincial Kitchen Styling Ideas
A French Provincial kitchen famously merges the elegant beauty of Parisian life with the sprawling countryside synonymous with southern France. The interior design has...
Bedroom Ideas Hamptons-Style
Unleash your creative expression with bedroom ideas Hamptons style. Explore this iconic look and craft the ultimate coastal bedrooms for comfort and style.
Let’s clear up the confusion about nominal wood sizes
Do you know what nominal sizing means in relation to timber? If you’re a little confused, you’re not alone. The longstanding practice in the...
Elevate Your Country Farmhouse Home with Timber Mouldings
Craving cozy charm and rustic elegance as we dive into winter? Discover how to create a warm and inviting Country Farmhouse interior in your...
Finger-Joint Pine vs MDF Mouldings
Finger Joint Pine vs MDF Timber Mouldings Although almost all of Intrim timber mouldings are manufactured from finger-jointed pine, we do provide an MDF...
Modern Farmhouse Style Enhanced with Timber Mouldings
From shiplap walls to reclaimed wood accents, we’ll show you how to create a cosy yet stylish interior that captures the essence of modern...
How to choose the right skirting board and architrave
With so many choices and profiles, the decision on which skirting boards and architraves to choose can be daunting. We have put together some...
Why Timber is Important in Salutogenic Design
While treatment is of course the most important part of recovery & healing, being focused on wellbeing & how patients feel through the recovery...
Intrim launches New Casa Trim WB42A and WB42B Wall/Ceiling Batten
Give a modern touch to any space, making it more visually appealing. Contact us to make an enquiry about Casa Trim WB42A & 42B.
Three Birds Renovations Projects
Get the Three Birds look in your home! Order a sample request a quote or book a design consult with our team to help...
What is Wainscoting called in Australia?
Choose Intrim for Quality Wainscoting in Australia Intrim Mouldings provides some of the best wainscoting panels Australia has to offer for stylish and long-lasting...
Top 15 Tips to Makeover your Hallway
To assist you in finalising your timber mouldings selection you can order online samples from us. Samples are supplied in either raw or pre-primed...
Creating an Art Deco Home Interior
Boasting glamour without being overly exuberant, art deco is known for its use of richly characteristic colours, daring geometric patterns and features, as well...
Interior Design Tips for Small Homes
There is no denying that the ‘tiny home’ craze is growing, and with its benefits it’s no wonder why! If you’re ready to declutter...
Space Invaders Season 2
Season 2 of Channel 9’s TV Show, Space Invaders is back! If you haven’t seen the show it features an expert team of Peter...
5 Trends for Queensland Homes
Written for Intrim Mouldings by Rachael Turner, Front Porch Properties. When asked about Queensland trends, I can honestly say that I’m not one to...
5 Steps To Choosing Timber Mouldings
Written for Intrim Mouldings by Rachael Turner, Front Porch Properties. Rachael shares her 5 steps to choosing her timber mouldings from her first-hand experience...
Top 10 Skirting Boards for 2022
We’re back again with our top 10 skirting board profiles for 2022 to keep you inspired for the year ahead. Spending as much time...
Home Beautiful 2022 Style Forecast
The New Med When Home Beautiful reached out to feature Intrim Timber Mouldings in their 2022 Style Forecast, they were clear on the vision...
All you need to know about Timber Mouldings
Timber mouldings in your home add a depth of character and detailing you cannot replicate in any other way. Find out all you need...
Hamptons with Natalee & Jen
Interiors Addict Jen Bishop talks with the QUEEN of Hamptons interiors Natalee Bowen of @indahisland Did you miss the Insta live event? There were...
Coffered Ceilings In Luxury Homes: 5 Things You Need to Know
Written for Intrim Mouldings by Rachael Turner of Front Porch Properties. See more of this beautiful project on our Cape Cod Project Gallery. Coffered...
Cape Cod Trends & Style
Written for Intrim Mouldings by Rachael Turner, Front Porch Properties. See more of this beautiful project here on our project gallery What makes a...
Cleaning Skirting Boards: An Essential Guide
Clean skirting boards can instantly make a room fresher and brighter. Like any other piece of furniture in your home, Intrim skirting boards require...
The Best Interior Design Tips for French Provincial Style Homes
The French Provincial style embraces a range of true French themes, all the way from decadent luxury to homely and comfortable. This style takes...
5 Reasons why we use and love Intrim Mouldings
When it comes to renovating or building a home, we’re big believers that ‘it’s the details that make the difference’. Timber trims are top...
How High From The Floor Should The Dado Rail Be?
Clever installation of your dado rail will help you create the interior of your dreams. Stick to the lower third of the wall to...
How to create a Pinterest worthy Bathroom
When people think mouldings they generally associate them with hallways, entry’s, living areas, doorway architraves and skirting boards, but one place the power of...
Space Invaders features Intrim Mouldings
Across Australia families are battling a clutter crisis and desperately need an intervention. Enter inspirational declutter guru Peter Walsh. People’s belongings are heavily tied...
The Diamond Necklace to a Black Dress: The Final Layer
Excellent Interior Design is certainly a long and complex process. It is far more than selecting some nice pieces and having them installed. Quintessential...
How Mouldings Can Transform Your Home
Needing some new year inspiration for you next project? Check out the impact Intrim products can make in these before and afters.
1920s Interior Design: Exploring Art Deco Glamour
The 1920s was a decade defined by glamour and luxury, and was undeniably the birth of modern culture and interior design. Learn about the...
Trends to Transform your Home in 2021 by Jen Bishop
Want to give your home a refresh in 2021? Jen Bishop from Interiors Addict gives us the scoop on what’s hot in homewares and...
Naomi Findlay on Intrim in Carrington House Series
Naomi takes us through each room of Carrington House and tells us the Intrim products she’s used, how she has applied them and why...
Working from Home? Here’s How to Create the Perfect Home Office Design
Whether you’re looking to repurpose your spare bedroom, upgrade your existing home office or create a makeshift office space in another area of your...
Do Your Skirting Boards and Architraves Have to Match?
For a simple answer, it’s true that architraves and skirtings ‘should’ match, but matching is more relevant to proportional sizes and not design. Find...
How to Install Intrim Pre Coated Bump Rail
WATCH how to install Intrim’s Bump Rail using our unique aluminium wall mount installation system. This system eliminates the need for cutting or coating...
How To Install Intrim IHR10 Timber Hospital Handrail
WATCH how to install Intrim’s IHR10 Hospital Handrail using our unique fixing system.
10 Tips for Choosing Your Perfect Architectural Mouldings
Mouldings, including skirting boards, architraves and wall panelling are those details that seem so small, but make one of the biggest impacts in a...
The Best Interior Design Tips for Edwardian Style Interiors
Learn about the history, features and how to get the Edwardian style in your home.
How to Measure Up For & Install Glue-On Wainscoting
Decorative wall panelling is a beautiful addition to any home. It has gained in popularity over the last few years and is now the...
The Ultimate Guide to Modern Hamptons Design
Modern Hamptons design style in your home? Follow Intrim’s tips for Modern Hamptons colours, textures, fixtures, decorating and VJ panelling.
Modern vs Contemporary Design Style: What’s the Difference?
It can be easy to get confused about the differences between modern and contemporary (after all, aren’t they basically the same thing?) However, there...
How to Create a Hamptons Interior on a Budget
Tackling a renovation or room update can feel daunting, but if you start by replacing one thing at a time and stick with these...
Best Design Tips for Georgian Home Styling
Georgian is a style rich in history, with a classic yet simple design. Sometimes known as ‘Classic Romance,’ it harnesses a formal style and...
The Intrim Priming Difference
The Intrim primer has a different feel and look to off-the-shelf mouldings from your local hardware store or timber yard and we’re often asked...
Timber is in our DNA
Timber is in our DNA & we’re Australian Owned & Manufactured! With a history that spans nearly 40 years & never settling for the...
Virtual Meetings with Intrim
Our product consultants will be conducting all meetings virtually and no face to face meetings will occur until further notice. We have a virtual...
What is the best material for skirting boards?
Whether adding style or covering joins, skirting boards are essential in most homes. When choosing skirting you need to consider the material that’s right...
Top Picks for Federation Style Skirting Boards & Architraves
Federation style homes are distinctly Australian and their colonial and almost country feel creates a warm and inviting home. We share our top mouldings...
What is a Hamptons Style House?
A Hamptons home is easy to spot once you know what you’re looking for. Inspired by the sea with strong coastal vibes, a traditional...
NEW Modern Art Deco Profile Range
Loving the rise of Modern & Art Deco interiors? We are & have created a new profile range which fits perfectly into the style....
How to Create a Hamptons Look with Three Birds Renovations
Bonnie from Three Birds Renovations shows you how to replicate their signature Hamptons style in your home.
The Power of Mouldings
How do you know what impact mouldings will have on your blank wall? WATCH this space be transformed with the addition of mouldings and...
How to Measure a Room for Mouldings
One of the most important steps in your mouldings journey is knowing how many lineal metres you will need of each product for budgeting...
10 Cool Kids Room Ideas
Kids bedroom design has come a long way and with so many more options to choose from, you can really create beautiful spaces that...
Renovating your Master Bedroom on a Budget
From dark and drab to so, so fresh, this is the perfect example how to maximise the impact of your master bedroom design &...
Why Federation Homes Are Fabulous
The Federation style home started in the late 1800s and is still a popular architectural and decor design choice. What are the features that...
What are the benefits of hiring an Interior Designer?
When it comes to your interior project is it necessary to hire an interior designer? Here we explain the benefits around hiring an interior...
Creating Your Dream Home Office Space
Most of us spend so much time in our home office they really should be a place that is comfortable and that you love...
How to Install a Window Architrave
Watch our video demonstration on installing a window architrave, and print out our instructions below to help with your own window installation. Tools required...
Best interior design tips for Colonial styling
A classic and traditional design, sometimes known as a little ‘country,’ the Colonial style adds a little bit of retro flair to any home.
Designing Bedrooms for the Gals, Guys & Guests
This week saw Three Birds Renovations reveal the kids bedrooms and guest room in House 10. They had the wow factor as well as...
How to Design an Entertainers Delight Home
In Three Birds House 10 it was important to Sophie Bell to create a home that was an ‘Entertainers Delight’ where she could be...
Three Birds House 10 Minimalist Kitchen & Laundry Design Tips
In true Three Birds style we saw crisp whites, natural fibres & immaculate styling. The introduction of organic concrete & a more refined, minimalist...
How to Install Raised Panel vs Recessed Panel Wainscoting
Wall panelling is an interior trend here to stay. Learn the different ways wainscoting can be installed to take the look of your home...
Design Tips for Victorian Styling
Orderly, ornamentation & over the top are the three best words to describe a Victorian styled home. We’ll show you how to create a...
Getting your Proportions Right
Our favourite interiors blogger, Jen Bishop, gives her tips on how to work with proportions and getting the most out of the space you...
Do you leave a gap between skirting boards and floor boards
You’ve decided on timber flooring and are scratching your head to decide on the best way to install your skirting. Swelling and contraction of...
How have Interior Design trends changed over the last decade?
Trends may come and go but good style never goes out of fashion. Follow the evolution of interior trends over the past decade to...
Why Your Next Aged Care Project Needs Handrail
Here at Intrim we know the benefits of using our handrail systems in Aged Care and Health facilities. Perceived as those ‘required’ items that...
Three Birds Wainscoting Style ~ Get The Look
Hear how Lana from Three Birds Renovations transformed their boring old white office wall into something beautiful.
A Stylist’s Secrets Revealed: How to Decorate Your Living Room
Want to know how to pull together a living room scheme like a pro? Check out what Emma Blomfield has to say about how...
Fire Resistant Skirting Boards
Fire reports for components used in a project are very important for warranty and compliance in projects, and is something we are frequently asked...
10 Stunning Architrave Designs To Inspire Your Next Design Project
An architrave is the kind of design feature you might miss if you’re not looking for them, but when they’re not there, you really...
Styling Modern Skirting for Contemporary Architectural Detail
Modern interior design is no longer defined by stark white walls, cold materials, and ultra-minimal spaces. Today’s contemporary homes balance clean lines with warmth,...
How to Install Skirting Boards with Scribes to Internal Mitre Joints
When you purchase beautiful mouldings for your project, you want them to be installed right. To ensure you achieve the best look and a...
Million Dollar Home Interiors
We’ve got you covered with some inspiration how some of the top million dollar properties have been designed, furnished and decorated, with some ideas...
Choosing between MDF & FJ Pine Mouldings
There is no ‘one size fits all’ choice when choosing timber mouldings, so it is important to understand the different properties between your timber...
Hottest 5 Skirting Board Profiles Right Now
There are so many beautiful profiles and interior styles to choose from when designing your home, we thought we could help you out and...
How to Replace a Door Architrave
Replacing your own architraves is relatively simple and we have created some easy steps to follow so your DIY doesn’t turn into a DI-whoops.
How to Create & Install Wainscoting Wall Panelling?
Wainscoting lifts any room and gives it greater architectural beauty. If you are wanting to achieve this look, we have created this easy to...
Top Summer Beach Homes
While it’s the Aussie dream to spend summer holidays by the water to soak in the sun, surf and sand, some people want that...
Epoxy Adhesive Application for Connecta Rail 90o Return Bends
Follow our instructions for gluing stainless steel Connecta Rail 90 degree bends, being used as wall returns, to timber dowel handrail ends to eliminate...
Get the Modern Look with Shadowline Skirting
You’ve decided that a modern interior is your cup of tea, and you’re looking for some inspiration and designs to help you create the...
Bring Style to your Interior
Creating a beautiful interior to be proud of doesn’t have to cost the earth, or be a difficult process. Finding inspiration and having help...
Three Birds Hot Tips from House 9
As we sadly wave goodbye to the end of another fabulous renovation from Three Birds, we take a look back at the room reveals...
Creating more valuable spaces in your home ~ Bar or Bedroom?
Deciding how to best utilise the rooms you have, or creating spaces that are more valuable is key to maximising the value of your...
Creating the Illusion of Space in Your Home
We’ve put together some great tips and ideas to help you design that odd space or one which just doesn’t quite fit in everything...
Mastering your Master Bedroom Design
Designing a Master Bedroom isn’t prescriptive and really comes down to personal choice and what’s important for you, but it needs to be an...
Three Birds Kitchen Reveal: Designing Your Dream Kitchen
We just LOVED the kitchen and sitting room reveal from Three Birds Renos #House9, especially seeing something a little different from them. The design...
Three Birds House 9 is here!! Find your Interior Inspiration
We are loving the moody interior inspiration and early bare bones reno shots, which gets us to thinking about how you find inspiration for...
Problems to Avoid when Fitting Architraves
Fitting architraves can be a relatively easy process but there are some tips to be mindful of to ensure you installation runs smoothly and...
Surviving a Renovation
Sometimes the best laid plans can or need to change during your reno… see how Bonnie deals with her #bonniesdreamhome mid reno room shuffle...
Three Birds Ultimate Kids Bedrooms
The kids bedrooms are out of this world - a rock climbing wall, hanging chairs & more colours, textures & themes than you think...
Three Birds Epic 4 Room Reveal
This epic 4 room reveal week shows us some more amazing design and style choices from Bonnie! We’re loving the neutral and natural tones...
Three Birds Renos Master of Master Suites
“I don’t want an amazing master suite, said noone ever” ~ Bonnie, Three Birds Renovations.
Colonial Skirting Boards & Interior Styling
Whatever style of Colonial styling you choose, the look will certainly have a rustic, hand-built and timber heavy country type feel. The Colonial style...
The effects of Water on MDF Timber
With our experience in the timber industry, we see time and time again customers who come to us to replace rotten or thickened and...
Interiors Addict, Jen Bishop, talks Intrim Mouldings
Jen Bishop, better known as the Interiors Addict or Reno Addict, is the expert writer behind Australia’s leading blog dedicated to interiors, styling, renovating,...
Intrim partner with Three Birds on Bonnie’s Dream Home
The girls from 3 Birds renovations want people to feel happier in their homes through creating beautiful spaces, something that is also at the...
How to Install Intrim IHR10 Hospital Handrail
Many designers, architects, builders and developers alike are impressed not only with the beautiful, homely look our timber handrail gives their health facilities, but...
Creating a continuous Shadowline detail with Intrim SK342 Skirting
So you’ve fallen in love with the look of our Shadowline skirting boards and architraves but can’t install them as the plaster is already...
How to Install a Curved Architrave
Installing a curved architrave can seem like a daunting task! We have prepared this easy to follow step by step guide to help you...
How to choose a look & style: Add “WOW” with Interior Panelling
Interior wall panelling (also known as wainscoting) is now days used as a decorative trim to give instant personality to a room. You can...
Architectural Moulding Presentations by Intrim
We understand there is much more to choosing profiles and mouldings than flicking through a book or looking on a website. Have Intrim provide...
Handrails: Are you sacrificing your spectacular interior?
Sometimes when we think ‘handrails’ words like functional, dull & unsightly come to mind. We took this concept & turned it upside down to...
We can now colour prefinish your timber moulding
With the popularity of our primed timber options, and after listening to what we could do to help save our customers time and money,...
Curved Architrave and Skirting Boards Specialist
Intrim Mouldings have recently upgraded their facilities to include more state-of-the-art machinery and increased capacity for producing curved architraves, elliptical arches, and custom made...
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