Yes, it is a little higher but well worth it. Everytime I look at the trim, I am glad I went with it. Makes the final touches of our remodel that much better. In regards to tools, I would get a fine tooth blade for you miter saw so you get good cuts. Invest in a nice Diablo, well worth it. I learned the hard way on how to install this trim since it’s a 3 piece trim for the casing. I installed once piece at a time and built up on the casing. So I would install the flat piece, then measure and cut the side piece and then do the same for the half round piece. I finally figured out to put all three pieces of trim together and nail them first, them make the cut and then install all together. Much easier and faster.