PU architectural moldings cover a wide range of products for builders — cornices, baseboards, chair rails, panel moldings, door surrounds, window casings, columns, ceiling medallions, fireplace mantels, and many smaller decorative elements. The range is wide enough that a builder can use PU for almost any architectural detail in a project.
The most common PU products for builders are the standard trim elements — cornices, baseboards, chair rails, and panel moldings. These are the workhorse products, used in almost every room of a project. The factory offers these products in a wide range of profiles, sizes, and finishes, with quick lead times and competitive pricing.
A second common category is the specialty trim — door surrounds, window casings, plinth blocks, and corner blocks. These are used at specific locations in the room, and they require a coordinated set of profiles to match the standard trim. The factory offers these products in matched sets, with the selection automatic when the standard trim is selected.
A third common category is the architectural elements — columns, pilasters, ceiling medallions, fireplace mantels, and ceiling domes. These are the larger elements that become the focal points of the room, and they require more design consideration than the standard trim. The factory offers these products in a range of standard designs, with custom designs available on longer lead times.
A fourth common category is the decorative accents — appliques, onlays, rosettes, and small ornaments. These are the small details that add visual richness to the room, and they're typically used in addition to the standard and specialty trim. The factory offers these products in a wide range of designs and sizes, with quick lead times.
For builders, the right approach is to identify the PU products that fit the project's design and budget, and to work with a factory or a supplier that can provide the full range. A single-source supplier simplifies the procurement, the shipping, and the quality control, and the total cost is often lower than multiple sources.
A practical note on the specification. The PU products should be specified in the project documents — the architectural drawings, the finish schedule, the specifications. The specification should include the profile, the size, the density, the finish, and the install method. A clear specification reduces the risk of substitution or error, and it gives the builder a clear reference for the order.
A practical note on the lead time. The lead time for PU products depends on the product. Stock profiles have a lead time of 2 to 4 weeks; custom profiles have a lead time of 6 to 10 weeks; custom colors or finishes have a lead time of 8 to 12 weeks. The lead time should be factored into the project schedule, and the orders should be placed early enough to avoid delays.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is your factory MOQ?
A: MOQ depends on the product line: stock cornice and skirting profiles start at 200 linear meters per shipment, wall panels at 50 square meters, and custom OEM/ODM profiles at 500 linear meters or 1,000 pieces. Sample orders are accepted for most catalog items, with sample fees credited toward the first bulk order.
Q: What are your standard lead times?
A: Stock catalog items ship within 7–15 days of order confirmation. Custom tooling for OEM profiles takes 25–35 days for sample approval plus 20–30 days for bulk production. Air freight from Guangzhou / Shenzhen takes 5–10 days to most major ports; sea freight takes 18–32 days depending on destination.
Q: Do you offer OEM and ODM services?
A: Yes. Our factory offers full OEM (your brand, our tooling) and ODM (your 3D model or sample, our design team reverse-engineers and produces custom tooling) services. We can sign NDAs, work from hand sketches, photographs, or CAD files, and ship samples for approval before bulk production.
Q: What are your payment terms?
A: Standard terms are 30% T/T deposit on order confirmation and 70% balance against a copy of the B/L. For new buyers we also accept 100% L/C at sight. Long-term partners can apply for open-account terms after three successful orders.