Coving adds a clean, finished look where the wall meets the ceiling. It can be subtle or make a real design statement — but how do you choose the right coving?
Match the Style to Your Home
Traditional coving tends to be more ornate, with curves or classic moulding details. It suits period homes or spaces with character. Modern coving, on the other hand, often has straight lines and simpler shapes. It’s perfect for contemporary interiors with minimal styling.
If in doubt, choose a style that echoes other features in the room, like skirting boards, ceiling roses, or window trims. You can browse our interior coving collection for inspiration.
Consider Lighting Coving
We offer LED coving designed for indirect lighting. It’s a great way to add mood lighting or highlight features in a room. These covings are designed to hide LED strip lights, creating a soft glow along the ceiling.
For more on lighting and design effects, you might find this article on indirect lighting useful.
Lighting coving is especially effective in open-plan spaces or rooms without ceiling lights, helping to define zones and create ambience.
Material and Ease of Fitting
Our coving is made from lightweight polymer, which is easy to handle and cut. This makes it ideal for DIY projects. You can fit it with adhesive and a mitre box and saw will help with corners, and a bit of filler gives a smooth, professional finish.
Visit our coving fitting guide for more help.
Where to Use It
Coving works in every room — from living spaces to hallways and bedrooms. You can even use it in bathrooms if properly installed.
Whether you want a timeless look or a modern touch, the right coving makes a big difference.
Coving is a simple way to upgrade your room and add lasting character without a full renovation or high expense. Hopefully now you know how to choose the right coving for your space.
