Picture rails and dado rails are a common feature of traditional homes and are a type of moulding which runs horizontally along the wall at differing heights. Many people think they are merely a decorative feature, however, the original purpose of a dado rail was to protect the wall from chair backs damaging them, while picture rails are of course to enable artwork to be hung without making holes in the wall. Today, rails are usually adapted into the overall design of a period property and assist the idea of breaking up a room and allowing different styles of decoration, such as contrasting colours or a combination of painted and wallpapered wall covering. Have a browse of our collection of picture and dado rail designs, available in all sizes and choose the style that will perfectly suit your home.