Philadelphia’s architectural identity is written in expertly crafted bay windows, built up crown moulding, and intricate victorian cornice lines. From two-story twins, three-story Victorian to larger modern builds designed to follow the architectural rhythm of the city, these buildings rely on strong rooflines and exterior crown moulding to stay in character. As time speeds up in our fast paced modern world, preserving those details requires more than a commitment to details — it demands materials that outperform traditional solutions.
The Paxton Crown Moulding Collection from Helix Metalforming is a full line of exterior metal crown moulding products designed specifically to preserve and enhance historic architecture. It offers a modern answer to one of the most persistent challenges in restoration: maintaining ornate details without constant upkeep and repair.
A Grand Design Perfect for Grand Architecture
The P2 profile, part of the Paxton Collection, is defined by its bold proportions and architectural depth. Unlike lightweight trim alternatives that lose presence as buildings rise, the P2 maintains its visual strength and elegance at two, three, and even four stories high—a critical requirement for Philadelphia’s classic Victorian rowhouses.
Installed at the junction where the roof meets masonry or parapet walls, the P2 profile provides a refined crown detail while performing essential protective functions:
- Sealing vulnerable roof-to-wall transitions
- Directing water safely away from historic brick and stone
- Preventing long-term moisture infiltration and damage
The result is a roofline that looks historically accurate while delivering modern building performance.
A Preservation Solution No Other Material Can Match
The Paxton Crown Moulding Collection stands apart because it is the only metal exterior crown moulding system of its kind on the market.
Traditional wooden crown moulding—still common on historic buildings—begins to deteriorate in as little as 10 years, requiring repeated painting, repair, and eventually full replacement. Even more durable alternatives like PVC are limited in both appearance and flexibility, typically available only in white and prone to cracking and peeling.
Paxton changes that entirely by offering a crown moulding solution available in over 40 colors and crafted from three premium materials—aluminum, copper, and zinc. Aluminum profiles feature a fade-proof PVDF coating guaranteed for up to 30 years, eliminating peeling, chalking, and the need for repainting, while copper and zinc provide unmatched longevity and authenticity, naturally developing a patina over time and lasting up to 100 years.
This makes Paxton crown moulding a true long-term preservation solution, not a recurring maintenance obligation.
Crafted for Historic Buildings, Backed by Local Expertise
Each Paxton profile is a precision roll-formed product, available in four distinct profile sizes to properly match the scale and proportions of your building. The collection also includes plank moulding, allowing window trims and other exterior details to align seamlessly with the crown moulding—opening the door to a wide range of cohesive, historically informed design options.
When you work with Helix Metalforming, you get more than premium materials. You gain:
- Custom fabrication on every order
- Rigorous quality control
- Local expertise rooted in Philadelphia architecture
From restoring a single rowhome to preserving an entire historic block, we help building owners and contractors protect what makes these structures timeless.
Preserving Philadelphia’s Victorian rowhouses means choosing materials that respect the city’s past while standing up to its future. The Paxton Metal Crown Moulding Collection delivers the architectural presence these buildings demand, paired with unmatched durability and design flexibility that traditional materials simply can’t offer. Whether you’re restoring a historic rowhome or designing a new building rooted in Philadelphia’s architectural language, Paxton provides a crown moulding solution built to last for generations. Partner with Helix Metalforming to protect the details that define our city—reach out today to get a quote.
