Skirting Board Dimensions Guide

All skirting boards share three key dimensions: length, depth, and height. Additionally, we provide the size of the shaped part of the board, known as the 'profile height,' for each molding. This information is crucial, especially if you're trying to match our designs with your existing skirting board.

• Length: The extent of the skirting board along your wall.
• Height: The vertical measurement from the floor to the top of the board.
• Depth: The thickness of the board from the wall outward.
• Profile Height: The height of the shaped molding on the board.

• 69mm = Just under 3 inches
• 96mm = Just under 4 inches
• 121mm = Just under 5 inches
• 146mm = Just under 6 inches
• 171mm = Just under 7 inches

• 196mm = Just under 8 inches
• 221mm = Just under 9 inches
• 246mm = Just under 10 inches
• 271mm = Just under 11 inches
• 296mm = Just under 12 inches

Whilst the large profiles tend to start at 146mm due to the size of the design, smaller profiles can be shaped onto any available height.

The thing to bear in mind is the balance between the profile and flat part of the board.

Perhaps you want to accentuate the profile so you go with a smaller flat, or you like a tall skirting board with just a hint of detailing along the top. As long as you consider the fact that the profile height doesn't change in proportion to the height of board you choose then it is down to your taste to come up with the combination that works for you.

One of the best ways to help you decide what height or profile size you would like is to order a FREE sample.

Our samples come at a standard height and because the same profile is machined onto both skirting and architrave the same sample can help you make your decision for both.

• Raise or lower your sample against the wall to help visualise the balance between the profile and the height
• Place your sample next to any awkward fixtures or fittings as this may influence your choice of height and help you anticipate installation issues
• Try out paint tester pots on your sample if you're not definite about the colour you want. Maybe even try accentuating part of the profile's detail with a different colour
• Visualise the profile as an architrave by turning it 90° or 180° for the legs and head of the doorway

Samples can be ordered from product pages and although other websites may charge you for these, we are happy to provide up to four for free before we charge postage costs.

Want more info on what Skirting Board to choose?

You can read more about how to choose the right skirting board for your space on our How to choose the right skirting board size guide.