'Installing baseboards in your home is a pretty straightforward and simple process until you get to the corners,' says Caleb Ingraham, contractor and owner at North Seattle Handyman.

Installing baseboards is an achievable DIY with the right know-how to ensure you get a professional finish, whether you're updating a living room or refining a home addition.

Here's the whole step-by-step for how to install baseboards and crown molding—note that most of the work happens in the planning phase. The actual install takes no time!