There are so many different types of oak skirting boards available these days that choosing one can prove to be a tough choice. This is why knowing the varieties and their functionality, design aspects can help decide on the perfect boards for your needs.



The Ogee oak skirting boards

Typically, the mouldings for Ogee types of oak skirting come in lengths ranging from 2 to 3 meters. These come in oiled, lacquered or unfinished formats depending on your requirements. Most manufacturers insist that custom orders of specific lengths should be mentioned beforehand. This is because courier companies cannot deliver Ogee oak skirting boards that measure more than 3.6 meters length. The thickness of these skirting boards usually is around 20 millimetres and prices are according to each metre lengthwise. In order to get optimal results, manufacturers recommend usage of Ogee architraves along with these Ogee type of boards. These architraves come in oiled or lacquered finishes as required. Single sets of architraves come in lengths of 1 meter and 2.1 meters.

Torus oak skirting boards

The Torus oak skirting boards are another popular favourite with consumers. The shape of these kinds of boards is very different from the Ogee varieties. They have a rounded tip and a wedge like structure in the middle. This kind comes in a reversible format and the profile is on the backside of these boards. Just like the Ogee varieties, in the case of Torus skirting boards too manufacturers advise usage of matching architraves of Torus varieties.

Reversible Ogee oak skirting boards

These are also known as bullnose or pencil round oak skirting boards. The maximum length of such boards is around 3 meters. Most manufacturers are able to supply lengths the consumer requires. However, it is best to check with the company before placing an order. Customised lengths of these boards are available for ordering if needed. The reason these skirting boards are called reversible is because the profile is placed on the backside of the board.

Chamfered oak skirting boards

These kinds of oak skirting boards have typical Chamfered profiles on them, which accounts for the name. The standard sizes of these boards are 95, 170 and 141 millimetres. Manufacturers typically supply the Chamfered variants in lacquered, oiled or unfinished versions. In the case of unfinished variants, lacquer or coloured oil is painted by the consumer, as desired. These blend very well with wood flooring and help camouflage unsightly gaps between walls and flooring.

Lambs tongue boards

The Lambs tongue varieties of oak skirting boards come in 141 and 95 millimetres. Manufacturers typically supply these boards in thicknesses of 20 millimetres. In order to complete the décor of a room, matching architraves in Lambs Tongue are suggested.

So, now you have a fair idea of the different kinds of boards sold in the market. The next time you wish to buy any of these, you can ask for the specific name and length of boards you require.