The McLoughlin folding dollhouse of 1894 illustrates the important principles characterizing toy manufacturing in the forthcoming 20th century, namely, factory production, appeal to the middle class, and ease of shipping; in this case, the four hinged rooms and corresponding floors could be collapsed to fit flat into a box (left) only 13 by 13 by 1 inches. The…
Beware of things that are painted,Masaschi says. There s usually a reason for that. Paint can hide a multitude of sins, including burns, missing veneer and water stains. You re far better off buying something that has old dirty varnish on it that just needs to be stripped,she says. It s clear, you can see through it to whatever s underneath, and stripping…
About the Inn Leave Your Stress At The Door! Moore s Old Pine Inn was originally built in 1882 and has a wonderful history. Currently the Inn includes (3) deluxe suites and (4) rooms with shared baths, a common guest parlor room, dining room, kitchen, office, (2) covered front porch areas and the Innkeepers personal quarters. For directions to the Inn, see…
A distressed and antiqued piece of furniture can add a unique charm to any room. And if you do it yourself, the process of distressing and antiquing furniture is relatively inexpensive. And best of all, it’s not really difficult! With a bit of liquid sander/deglosser, spray primer, spray paint, sandpaper, and stain, you can turn virtually any piece of wood furniture…
Vintage Furniture Tips by Klinginfo.com After five years of talking to people through Klinginfo.com and also our personal experiences with vintage furniture, we decided to share with you these helpful thoughts: First on the list are some tips on cleaning and refinishing vintage furniture. Second, what can be done with vintage wooden beds? Finally, we would like…
How do you define furniture that’s not quite antique by the traditional definition but far from new? It’s not a cut and dry determination by any means, but lots of pieces falling into this category were made during the Depression era. In furniture terms, that constitutes the late 1920s and ‘30s spilling over into the early ‘40s. Even though lots of hoity-toity…
In the world of retro decorating, no topic seems to generate as much controversy as whether it s OK — or outright heresy — to paint original-finish wood furniture. For example, in this story pondering the fate of a beat-up Heywood Wakefield table, the offense and defense were lined up and ready with very strong opinions indeed. While I ll stop short of saying…
I purchased this nightstand so that I could see it in person before I purchased the entire bedroom set. It is definitely cream or off white in color (so by antique white they mean that there is nothing white about it), but I knew this from reading the other reviews and it matches my cream decor perfectly so I am very happy. Also, their pictures do it justice…
Invaluable is an auction site for art and antiques, and it provides free information on the value of items sold on the site. You can browse through the furniture by manufacturer name or the type of piece to get an idea of its value. WorthPoint WorthPoint specializes in recent sales of specific items of antique furniture and art. You can use the past auction results…
When you want to refinish old wooden furniture, the best place to look is the family storeroom: Check the attic, basement, garage, or wherever unwanted furniture has collected. You may also discover a real antique or two - pieces handed down through the family for generations. Other good sources are secondhand stores, household auctions, and garage sales. With…
The bedroom plays an important role in our lives. It is the place we all go when we need rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation. With so much emphasis placed on this one room, it is no wonder more people are searching for antique bedroom furniture. For a bedroom that is truly inviting and warm, antique bedroom furniture sets the tone and invokes a relaxing atmosphere…
Few furniture choices are more beautiful, classy, and distinct than antique bedroom furniture. Whether you’re looking for a specific style antique dresser, a wardrobe, armoire, bed, or other specific piece, antique bedroom furniture is a great choice for a number of reasons. Hand Crafted Quality While the looks of an antique are tough to beat, they are also built…
Federal style furniture is timeless, elegant and classic and can work with many different interior design styles. This kind of furniture takes its inspiration from period European designs but is also distinctly American. Federal style furniture remains an influential style for modern furniture designers. The History The first thing to understand about federal…
Antique white is the essence of French Provincial. French Provincial refers to the style of decor found in the homes of the provincial aristocrats in France in the 17th and early 18th centuries. Not as wealthy as their urban colleagues, the provincial landholder had home furnishings that were often less ornate and made of less-expensive materials than the Parisian…
Traditional and timeless, French provincial style offers a very special semi-formal genre, which is often enough in itself to decorate a room. Born in the 18th century, French provincial style was the brainchild of provincial nobility who wanted to distant themselves from a Paris they considered “too urban” for their taste. Classic, yet casual, French provincial…
QUESTION: My parents bought a bedroom set when they got married. They kept it all their married life. Now that they’ve both passed on, it’s come to me. It’s of a very unusual design with lines that look similar to Art Deco, with curves and veneer decoration. Can you tell me what this is? ANSWER: The photos you sent identify your bedroom set as what was commonly…
Steps Method 1 Selling Your Old Furniture Wash, clean, and buff the furniture to make the most money. A clean piece of furniture is infinitely easier to sell, and to price competitively. Get out any stains, polish up the edges, and consider cheaply staining or painting faded furniture. A new coat of paint or stain only costs $20, but it can make a used desk look…
I teach a furniture refinishing class for “Life Long Learning & Leisure” here in the Columbus area. When I have my first class or speak to a group I start by asking “Do you own or do you know anyone who owns a Lane cedar chest?” If I get a positive reply I ask them to look on the bottom or the outside of the back for the model number and serial numbers…
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Let us take a typical Victorian house, a residence of a family belonging to the upper middle class. What rooms will it contain? There will be an entrance hall, of course, dining room, living room, music room and morning room, master bedroom and two or three other bedrooms, a nursery probably, besides the kitchen and a bathroom. Victorian furniture was good, solid…
In stylist Peter Frank s quirky Hudson Valley home, an 18th-century Korean screen hangs above a sofa slipcovered in vintage French linen sheets. His advice for a successful pairing? It all comes down to contrasts: Mix hard with soft, square with round, blocky with leggy,he says. Old Meets New Though their styles are different, both types of lighting in this…
Whether you’re craving a pair of hand-carved twin beds for your kids’ rooms, or an antique, white iron queen bed for your guest room—antique beds are ideal for achieving a charming look and feel. Use one as a base for a room and let it guide you as you choose everything from complementary furniture to rugs and art. For some of our best tips on choosing the best…
There’s a reason why more people purchase Ashley Furniture than any other furniture brand. As the world’s largest furniture manufacturer, Ashley Furniture prides itself on making quality, affordable furnishings for customers searching for incredible style and value. A pillar of the industry since 1945, Ashley Furniture items are sold in over 100 countries around…
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$1, 299 – $3, 895 Special $1, 299 – $3, 395 Our popular Stratton Bed with Drawers has a compact profile and generous storage options, making it ideal for small spaces. For a deep, calming sleep, this set includes the Westin Heavenly Mattress, featuring a pillow-top design and six layers of comfort. Expertly crafted solid hardwood platform bed, designed with six…
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