Chair Rail

The Horizontal Line That Anchors Every Wall

Chair rail divides the wall plane with intention — creating proportion, protecting walls from furniture contact, and defining a zone for contrasting treatments above and below. Available in traditional and modern profiles.

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Chair rail in formal dining room — two-tone wall treatment
Chair rail with wainscoting — traditional hallway
Modern chair rail — minimal flat profile, contemporary
Traditional & Modern
Profiles from 1-1/2" to 4" wide
Solid Hardwood
No composite or finger-jointed cores
Pairs with Wainscoting
Matched systems available
1–2 Week Lead Time
Fast turnaround for standard profiles
Profiles

Chair Rail for Every Architectural Style

Traditional chair rail — ogee top profile
Traditional Ogee

A classic double-ogee chair rail — curves in, out, and in again. Pairs with wainscoting and raised-panel work.

Craftsman chair rail — flat with bead detail
Craftsman Bead

Flat-topped with a single bead detail — clean and architectural. Ideal for craftsman and bungalow interiors.

Modern flat chair rail — minimal, white oak
Modern Flat Cap

Dead-flat with no ornamentation. A clean horizontal line that suits contemporary and transitional rooms perfectly.

Built-up chair rail — two-piece with cap and base
Built-Up Cap Rail

A two or three-piece built-up assembly that creates a deep, bold horizontal band. Dramatic in dining rooms.

Colonial chair rail — stepped profile, formal
Colonial Step

Stepped profile with a broad flat surface and simple cove below. Traditional and versatile.

Custom chair rail matched to existing home profile
Custom Profile

We match any existing chair rail for renovation and historic preservation work. Send us a template or photograph.

Placement Guide

Where to Mount Your Chair Rail

Height depends on room use and ceiling height. Here are our standard recommendations.

32"
Dining Rooms
Traditional height — aligns with the top rail of most dining chairs.
36"
Hallways & Entry
Slightly higher to clear console tables and hall furniture.
1/3 Height
General Rule
One third of ceiling height — scales proportionally with the room.

Ready to Add Chair Rail?

Pair with wainscoting, crown, and base for a fully coordinated millwork system.