Art Nouveau, or New Art, is an international artistic style popular from the 1890’s to just before World War I. It is also known as Modern Style (England), Glasgow Style…
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One of the more interesting and useful products we offer at Van Dyke’s Restorers is Silputty. Silputty is used to make instant impressions with a two-part, silicone elastomer, which can…
The art of punching designs in metal dates back to 14th Century Europe. Lanterns made of brass or copper were punched with decorative designs that were illuminated by the candle…
Rocking chairs have been around since before the Middle ages. Benjamin Franklin is credited with the actual invention of the rocking chair, although that is controversial. There are many available…
Harken back to the days of smoky speakeasy saloons, prohibition and Al Capone by adding a Speakeasy Grille or Grate to your front door or garden gate. These nostalgic pieces of…
The major design shows are now over and the blogs and analysis have begun, so I will give my take on interior design trends for 2019-2020. Keep in mind, I…
A rim lock is a surface mount lock that installs on the surface of a door and uses a latch that slides into the keeper on the door rim or…
A feature wall, or accent wall, draws the eye when you enter a room. The purpose of a feature wall is to create interest or personality to the space by…
You have decided to change the knobs and pulls on your kitchen or bathroom cabinets or furniture. Changing cabinet hardware is a great and inexpensive way to update the look. But…
Vintage trunks are a popular design element in today’s homes whether used strictly for decoration or a more functional purpose. These beautiful old pieces are much in demand and found…