Baseboard
noun
A narrow wooden board running along the bottom of an interior wall.
She asked the painter to be careful not to mark the baseboards when painting the walls.
Often appears as...
- paint the baseboard
- install the baseboard
noun
A board forming the base of something.
The baseboard of his computer needed to be replaced due to a malfunction.
Often appears as...
- replace the baseboard
- repair the baseboard
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A narrow wooden board running along the bottom of an interior wall.
She asked the painter to be careful not to mark the baseboards when painting the walls.
Often appears as...
- paint the baseboard
- install the baseboard
noun
A board forming the base of something.
The baseboard of his computer needed to be replaced due to a malfunction.
Often appears as...
- replace the baseboard
- repair the baseboard
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Interior Design
Baseboards are also an element of interior decoration and can be ornate or simple.
The Victorian house featured ornate baseboards that complemented its historic charm.
Pro Tip 2/3Protective Function
Baseboards protect walls from kicks, furniture, and cleaning tools, acting as a barrier.
While vacuuming, she was careful not to bump the baseboard with the cleaner.
Pro Tip 3/3Material Varieties
Baseboards can be made from materials other than wood, including vinyl, plastic, or MDF.
They opted for plastic baseboards, which are water-resistant and good for bathrooms.
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