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Plinth blocks are used as bases for columns, pilasters, and for door, window, and fireplace framing.

As a base for columns or monuments, the plinth block has been used for millennia, and can be inscribed with molding, bas relief, or written engravings.

When used as trim for doors, windows, or fireplaces, plinth blocks and rosettes can give a home a unique, distinctive look.

The plinth block sits at the base of the corners of a door, window, or fireplace, acting as a support for the overlying rosettes and moulding.

Plinth blocks come in a variety of materials, including stucco, plaster, brick, concrete, stone, and wood.

Wooden plinth blocks, which are most often used to trim a door, window, fireplace, or cabinet, are manufactured from many woods, commonly white pine, poplar, oak, mahogany, maple, and cherry.

A wood plinth block is essentially a square slab that functions as a base or pedestal. The plinth block elevates an architectural element, raising it above the floor and to a desired height, depending on the size of the plinth. This draws attention to the item and can make it an effective focal point. The wood plinth block is wider than the element that rests on top of it. This lends extra support to the item, and the added elevation helps to protect it.

In ancient Greek and Roman architecture, the wood plinth block commonly supported a column, also known as an order. In today's replications of Classical elements, known as Greek Revival architecture, the raised plinth is still put to good use, but with more variety.

The use of the plinth block is not limited to the column or pilaster. In large scale traditional building, plinth blocks have also served to elevate monuments and structures throughout time. In the home, a plinth block can serve as a pedestal for sculptures, vases, even furniture.

The plinth block normally has the shape of a square slab, however, with the use of wood, opportunities for wood carvings and details arise. Wood offers the possibility of inscription, adding the element of personalization, as well as ornate decoration.

Our wood plinth blocks are ideal for highlighting your columns, pilasters, and sculptural pieces.

Wood Plinth Blocks
The wood can be hand-carved, painted, finished, or unfinished. Plinth blocks can be used to beautifully frame doors, windows, fireplaces, or cabinets, and the each design can add a personal touch to any home.

Decorative plinth blocks can be carved with classic patterns such as daisies or targets, or with symbols or elements from nature such as leaves, fruits, birds, seashells, moose, bear, fish, and suns.

Simple and functional plinth blocks are often used at the base of fireplaces and doors to bring the eye upward to the mantel or carved rosettes.

Plinth blocks can come pre-cast and ready to install. To create doors, windows, and fireplaces that have a distinguished, classic, or unique look, consider trimming them with plinth blocks and rosettes.