120mm or 170mm Skirting Board: How to Choose the Height
Skirting height changes how a room feels. These are general guidelines rather than rules, so use them alongside a free sample.
Quick answer
A 120mm board suits most modern rooms and standard ceiling heights. A 170mm board, such as our Manor House profile, suits period properties and rooms with high ceilings.
Choosing
- Standard ceilings, modern home: 120mm keeps proportions balanced.
- High ceilings or period property: a taller board matches the scale of the room. Our Manor House profile is made for this.
- Matching architrave: the Manor House architrave is 95mm wide and pairs with the 170mm skirting.
- Something in between or unusual: choose the Custom option on the product page and tell us the height and length you need. We will call you to confirm we can cut it.
Next steps
See the profiles on our skirting advice page, order a free sample, and use the calculator to work out quantities. Prices include VAT.