Mid-Century Modern is used to define architecture, furniture and graphic design from the mid-1930s to around 1965. The iconic style flourished after the Second World War when Bauhaus architects and…
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Long associated with glamour and relaxation, clawfoot tubs are once again the must-have soaker tub in today’s spa-like bathrooms. As the name implies, a clawfoot tub is a freestanding bath…
As part of the hardware and construction industries for the past 30 years, I follow design trends pretty closely. I am not an interior designer, but know what I like…
Source: Lolostock/Shutterstock.com Looking for a few winter DIY home projects? Van Dyke’s Restorers has the perfect list of both easy and practical home improvement fixes to keep you from getting…
Source: SeventyFour/Shutterstock.com Once the crisp fall weather settles in, the holiday season is upon us. From All Hallows’ Eve to New Year’s Eve, there are several holidays one could choose…
Spruce Up Your Home for the Holidays Get your home prepared for family and guests with a few simple pre-holiday DIY projects. There are a number of quick and inexpensive…
Turn a cluttered, ordinary closet into a neat and efficient space with closet organizers. Van Dyke’s Restorers now offers individual closet organizer items including rods, baskets, shoe fences, tie racks,…
It is the simple details that set a room apart from the ordinary. For example, decorative register vents and air returns are simple touches that add luxury to every room. From…
A fireplace is often the focal point of the room, and the main feature of the fireplace is a decorative mantel. The mantel is the shelf above the fireplace that…
Ever tried your hand at chair restoration? Replacing the seat in your antique or yard sale find is, a quick and inexpensive DIY project the whole family will enjoy. If…