Ceiling height is the ultimate arbiter of size according to architect richard sammons coauthor of get your house right.
Crown molding 8 ft ceiling.
Her molding is the same molding i have in my current house and my neighbor has in that kitchen.
The cabinets won t go all the way to the ceiling which gives you the chance to add crown molding.
It is especially nice if they are bold in size and not wimpy.
The size molding is up to you.
Having the room flow into the dining room will make it look even more expansive so you ll be fine and your crown will be beautiful.
Install a crown molding between 3 and 5 3 4 inches wide in a room with ceilings measuring 8 feet.
For standard 8 foot high ceilings the crown cornice height should be 2 to 6 inches.
The square footage and level of formality of the room can help determine what crown size in that range is appropriate.
Ekena millwork 4 5 8 in x 8 ft primed polyurethane crown moulding.
For pricing and availability.
If you select a smaller profile crown molding there will be a small amount of space above the cabinets.
Paint the ceiling an interesting clolr and paint the crown to match the ceiling not the wall.
Just look at acountryfarms and you have your answer.
Evertrue 8 pack 3 5 8 in x 12 ft primed crown moulding.
This is by far the safest choice when designing around an 8 ft ceiling.
It is perfect size for 8ft.
8 foot ceilings for an 8 foot ceiling height the recommended crown size is 2 1 2 to 6 tall with no picture mold.