Millwork

Utah Millwork, Trim & Doors cost. This trade covers the trim details that bring interior spaces to life: baseboards, casing, crown molding, and custom wood features.

What’s Included

Includes installation of baseboards, door and window casing, crown molding, wainscoting, and custom wood features like ceiling beams, shiplap, and stair skirts. Standard trim is MDF or finger-jointed pine; upgrades include stain-grade wood or custom profiles. Pricing varies based on linear footage, material type, and complexity (vaults, beams, curved walls).

Builder Tips:

Make sure your trim carpenter gets final flooring heights for perfect baseboard reveal. Ask if your bid includes caulking and sanding before paint. Stain-grade wood needs to be handled early — material lead times can be 3–6 weeks. Coffered ceilings, beam wraps, and accent walls can add thousands — ask for line-item pricing.

Real World Example:

A 4,200 sq ft home with 5” baseboards, 3” casing, and one feature wall:

Painted MDF: $6.00–$7.00 per finished sq ft
Stain-grade upgrade: $8.00–$10.00/sq ft
Total: 4,200 × $6.50 = $27,300 for mid-range package

FAQ

Q: Does millwork include stair trim?

A: Yes, but confirm whether skirt boards and railing trim are included or separate.

Q: What’s the difference between paint-grade and stain-grade?

A: Paint-grade uses MDF or pine, while stain-grade is solid wood and much more expensive.

Q: Can I add accent walls?

A: Yes — shiplap, board-and-batten, and wood paneling are common upgrades.

Q: Who paints the trim?

A: Typically the interior painter after install. Some millwork crews pre-prime in shop.