like most moulding it can be installed anyway you want. it is not a law that it be installed a certain way.
i've seen chair rail used as door casing or had angles ripped on it and used as crown.
however, the most widely accepted way (and the only way i've ever seen it installed) is with the small cove down against the wall.
at first i would think that your brother was trying to bullsh*t you to cover up his mistake by saying that most of the people he does work for have him install it that way. i am a cabinet maker and trim carpenter and where i live, that is certainly not the case. however, if the lumberyards you called told you the same, either they don't know what they are talking about (lowe's/home depot have a reputation for that) or it really is the case in your area.
at any rate, if you are happy with it, let it go. if it really bugs you, have him redo it. |
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