The bathroom is possibly the most difficult room to decorate in a home because of space constrictions and the permanent placement of most bathroom fixtures. Renovating the entire room can be time consuming and costly, so finding smaller (and less expensive ways) to incorporate new designs and personality is a great way to add warmth to the bathroom. Bathroom hardware is perhaps the simplest way to accomplish this goal and a classic pattern, such as Georgian Roped, is easy to coordinate with existing hardware because of the simple design and variety of finishes.
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Georgian Roped Bathroom Hardware
Thursday, July 29th, 2010Choosing Antique and Vintage Hardware – A Basic Overview
Monday, February 22nd, 2010
Antique hardware or antique reproduction hardware refers to time period specific door, window, cabinet, furniture or other home hardware pieces. Depending on the era, hardware was (and still is) produced in a wide variety of materials including forged or cast iron, solid brass, pewter, bronze, steel, or even glass. Popularity of designs and availability of materials varied during different architectural periods. For example Colonial Era hardware was traditionally simple in design and made of cast or forged iron, while other Victorian era used highly ornate pieces cast from solid brass and were used as much for their esthetic qualities as their functionality in the home.Â
Crystal and Brass Coat Hooks – Antique and Vintage Hardware
Sunday, February 21st, 2010
Glass and brass coat hooks are a fun and creative way to introduce new colors into your home and giving you more space in your closets. Although there is no one officially credited with âinventingâ the coat hook these simple devices have been used in homes for centuries. Many houses were (and sometimes still are) built with limited closet space so hooks were installed into the walls near entryways for the residents and guests to hang their coats, scarves and hats. Although designs and materials have varied in popularity over time the basic function of the coat hook has remained the same.
Brushed Nickel Doorknob Sets and Brush Stainless Door Hardware
Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Brushed Nickel doorknob sets are a wonderful and elegant way to update older and worn doorknob hardware. This beautiful finish is extremely versatile because you can easily match it to your current hardware or (if you are remodeling or building new) find coordinating cabinet knobs, window hardware, hinges, and exterior door hardware. Satin nickel hardware is a great way to create a common theme throughout every room in your home without being stuck with one specific design or pattern – the use of a common finish will work to tie the look together for you.