How Do You Install Crown Molding On A Vaulted Ceiling In Revit

How to Install Crown Molding on a Vaulted Ceiling in Revit

Crown molding can be a beautiful addition to any room, and it can be especially striking on a vaulted ceiling. However, installing crown molding on a vaulted ceiling can be a bit challenging, especially if you're not familiar with the process. In this article, we'll walk you through the steps on how to install crown molding on a vaulted ceiling in Revit.

Step 1: Create a New Family

The first step is to create a new family for your crown molding. To do this, open Revit and click on the "File" menu. Then, select "New" and then "Family." In the "New Family" dialog box, select the "Metric Generic Model" template and click "OK." Save the new family as "Crown Molding."

Step 2: Draw the Crown Molding Profile

Next, you need to draw the profile of your crown molding. To do this, click on the "Sketch" tab in the Revit ribbon. Then, select the "Line" tool and draw a line that represents the bottom edge of your crown molding. Next, draw a second line that represents the top edge of your crown molding. Finally, draw a third line that connects the two lines and represents the face of your crown molding. Extrude the sketch to create a 3D model of your crown molding profile.

Step 3: Create a Sweep Path

Once you have created your crown molding profile, you need to create a sweep path for it. A sweep path is a path that your crown molding profile will follow as it is extruded along the path. To create a sweep path, click on the "Create" tab in the Revit ribbon. Then, select the "Sweep" tool and click on the "Path" button. In the "Select Path" dialog box, select the vaulted ceiling that you want to install your crown molding on. Click "OK" to close the dialog box.

Step 4: Extrude the Crown Molding

Now, you can extrude your crown molding profile along the sweep path. To do this, click on the "Extrude" button in the Revit ribbon. In the "Extrude" dialog box, enter the desired height of your crown molding and click "OK." Revit will extrude your crown molding profile along the sweep path and create a 3D model of your installed crown molding.

Step 5: Add Joints and Miters

Once you have installed your crown molding, you may need to add joints and miters. Joints are used to connect two pieces of crown molding together, and miters are used to create a 45-degree angle at the corners of your crown molding. To add joints and miters, click on the "Modify" tab in the Revit ribbon. Then, select the "Join" tool or the "Miter" tool and click on the two pieces of crown molding that you want to connect.

Step 6: Finish the Crown Molding

Once you have added all of the necessary joints and miters, you can finish the crown molding. To do this, you can apply a paint or stain to the crown molding. You can also add decorative elements, such as rosettes or dentils, to the crown molding. Once you have finished the crown molding, it will be a beautiful addition to your vaulted ceiling.