It will always feel like summer with "Metford" Frieze crowning your room. This playful and elegant border is part of our newly released "Jeffrey" roomset. Shown here in Cerulean. Available in two colorways. Samples available at www.bradbury.com
Ward Clapboard Mill specializes in producing authentic Vertical Grain Early American Clapboards
Family owned manufacturer of top quality red cedar, mahogany, basswood, poplar, and red oak shutters for interior and exterior, and providers of full painting services, a large selection of exterior hardware and endless cutout design.
Bare but for a thin skin of paint, modern walls are a stylistic aberration. For most of our history, the lower wall has been decently dressed in decorative paneling and various wainscoting styles.
Bare but for a thin skin of paint, modern walls are a stylistic aberration. For most of our history, the lower wall has been decently dressed in decorative wood paneling.
Clear glass may not do the trick in a bathroom. But you shouldn’t sacrifice light, ventilation, or beauty in the quest for seclusion—not when so many period-friendly options await.
The definition of “Americana” has shifted since a first wave of interest ca. 1820, but nostalgic collecting has always been diverse and tied to our enjoyment of artifact.
Old-growth wood trim and flooring may last practically forever, but finishes are ephemeral. They need refreshing when they begin to look worn and dirty.
Want a safe, efficient fireplace? Make sure the chimney is in tiptop condition.
Wood columns, balustrades, and even fretwork can last decades provided they’re cut from long-lived, dimensionally stable wood with a low moisture content.
Porch season is in full swing—a perfect reason to refresh your garden structures and outdoor railings.
Whether welcoming guests at the entry or hiding the contents of a closet, traditional doors are a key element of period millwork.
Hiding the appliances was standard practice for period-inspired kitchens, but that’s no longer the case. Market innovations allow you to choose among multiple approaches in your design.
Find someone near you who can restore your vintage stove or refrigerator with this state-by-state directory.
High-tech lighting illuminates places that period lamps don’t reach.
Original wood floors are a prized feature—when they have survived. For those looking to approximate one, our experts explain what an authentic floor should look like.
The hardest-working surface in the house deserves good cover.
Four fireplace inserts that will give you comfort and efficiency without sacrificing the beauty of flame.
Explore early Dutch architecture and great estates curated by Delaware’s first family, the Du Ponts.
Not every historic house had shutters, but many need them to look their best.
This living history museum is the heart of Portsmouth, New Hampshire's historic city center.
From stone to laminate, historic materials work harmoniously in period kitchens.
Chandeliers are the apex of "colonial" lighting, but many beloved designs date to after the Revolution, even well into the 19th century.
The fireplace is a sparkling focal point in historic homes.
Following a few simple tips, you can clean your fireplace without much hassle.
