A joint between two moldings; one molding is cut to the profile of the second.

What does coped joint mean?

Coping is a wood joinery technique that ensures professional looking results. ... In a coped joint, one side is square cut and rests in the corner, while the other piece is shaped to fit as shown at right.

What is the difference between a Mitre joints and coped joint?

Coped joints also accommodate out-of-square wall corners better than miters, which require a 90-degree corner for a perfect fit. ... With miters, the saw does all of the cutting, and the trickiest part is taking accurate measurements and cutting the molding to the proper length.