Flooring – What does the “thickness” measurement in a t molding measurement actually describe

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I'm trying to buy t-molding online for hardwood that is 1/2" from subfloor to top of the hardwood, so I would like a t-molding that is 1/2" from the bottom to where the t-molding would rest on the hardwood. But I can't tell if the descriptions measure from the bottom to where the t-molding rests on the hardwood, or if it measures the thickest part of the trim piece.

For example, in this HD product description:

"9/16 in. Thick x 2 in. Wide x 84 in. Length"

Is it 9/16" from the bottom to the where it would touch the floor? Or 9/16" from the bottom to the top?

Best Answer

This part is going to be 9/16" total thickness. From the top to the bottom. Only a more detailed drawing is going to tell the exact height and width of the tongue portion.