A lot of people think that old doorknobs are wiggly by nature and to that we say not true! When vintage knobs are installed properly they shouldn’t move around and they certainly shouldn’t pull off. It all comes down to the set screws. Set screws are the little screws in the side of the knob [...]
Read the rest of this post »The days are getting shorter and nights are getting chilly. Soon it will be rustling leaves at our feet and the smell of wood fires in the air. Which brings me to andirons. An entirely unscientific study I’ve been conducting over the past few years tells me that most people have no clue what they’re for.
Contrary to popular [...]
Quick idea: I recently stumbled upon this chalkboard door idea at Apartment Therapy’s post New Takes on Old Doors. All you need is a six-panel door and a little chalkboard paint or even better magnetic paint and you’ve got an easy project to get kids organized and ready for school (I know, it’s only just starting to [...]
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This chandelier is just back from being fully re-wired. It has a lovely sparkle and great proportions. There used to be a schoolhouse light where the chandelier is hanging now, and this packs such a huge dramatic punch in comparison…it catches my eye every time I walk past.
While we’re on the subject, check out this interesting post by Amy Azzarito for [...]
In the last few years we have seen more and more clients buying doors for art’s sake – unique doors, rich with character, to be displayed in much the same way as a large canvas – hanging or even just propped up against a wall.
I love this idea, and have been suddenly appreciating all our doors for their [...]
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