Boutique Lamp Table
August 14, 2009
The chic design available in options of black or white as per individual requirements Boutique Lamp Table has solid wood legs to make it the cynosure of all eyes! Designed to enhance the living room décor, it is available in dimensions of (H) 52 cm x (W) 59 cm x (D) 54 cm.
With laminated top to prevent likely damages or scratches when items are placed atop and painted finish for retaining the charm, it is indeed a must-have in every home. The classic photos, elegant lampshades or beautiful art pieces get a facelift with this smartly designed lamp table.
Sturdy and stylish, it lasts a lifetime and more with a little care and will surely be lived by everyone. With classic looks it ensures and chic power and this lamp table has uncompromising quality and standards. Easy to maintain and care for with no intricate designs on it, it is indeed the epitome of style with beautiful solid wood turned legs.
Boutique Lamp Table - Black is perfect in size, style and finish and with options of white or black, one has a choice to select from! Bringing in the power of sturdy design for installing the favourite curios or lamps or photos, it is indeed a piece-de-resistance!
Beware of antique reproductions
December 3, 2008
It is hard to tell which one is an antique one and which one is a painted antique reproduction. This is because at one look you will not notice any difference between the two. This is same with that of reproduced furniture’s and antique pieces. Given below are some tips and information that will guide you while selecting the antique furniture.
You may mistake the produced reproductions coming from India, Indonesia and Mexico for the antique country furniture. The handcrafted antique furniture has been evolved from the rural areas in the form of kitchen tables, chairs and cabinets for daily requirements. The painting done on them is a totally different story. The paintings successfully cover the poor quality of the woods, the knots and coarse grain on them. Paints protect the wood and never reveal the fact that the furniture was made with different wood in some cases.
There is no reason as to why a furniture maker should paint inside the drawers and cabinets. Thus you will have to look in to the matter and actually look inside the drawers and see if it is painted or not. In case it is painted then you will not have to further continue your investigation of regarding its antique nature. This is one of the many ways where you can find if it is reproduction or not.
Another interesting factor you must be aware is of the crazing produced artificially in new furniture for giving them the old look. Crazing is the tiny cracks in the paint that occur over many years Crazing on old furniture happens very naturally over the years. It can be due to spills and exposure to heat, fire or smoke and so on. Crazing of paint and crazing of varnish needs to be noticed were the varnish happens to get fine lines and brittle with expansion and contraction of the wood during the long years. However, in the case of crazing done in new furniture it will be of a consistent nature. When it comes to crazing of paint same phenomenon as that in the case of varnish takes place, where wood extracts and dirt fills in the area. The same look is produced in the reproduction which will leave you in the midst of trouble waters.
Quality of the paints does help you
In the olden days milk or oil based paints were used which will come in irregular cracks and is very brittle. However, new paints are water based acrylics and when scraped out will come easily in curls.
Natural wear and tear
If we observe an antique chair the wear signs would be more visible on the end of the arms rather than the being a consistent wear on a reproduced version. In case of gouges or dents checking out the bare woods will do the job as the paints over gouges will be the result of repainting.
Another area where the observations can be done is the availability of screws, staples and fibre board making it a reproduction. Antique painted furniture tends to hide the tips off with the paint. Earlier furniture makers used wide boards with an uneven width for large surfaces which is not the case of reproductions where narrow boards with an even width are used.
Zebra Print Oval Back Chair
December 1, 2008
Hold your breath and take a look at the beautiful and elegant Zebra Print Oval Back Chair that has the style and design to make your home look stylish and lovely as ever.
The wonderfully designed Zebra Print Oval back chair is all set to enhance your home decor with its casual contemporary accent and style. It consists of beautiful hand carved details on the seat frame. Not just for looks that the appreciation holds, but also for its sturdy solid hardwood frame construction. It is built to endure and last.
This wonderful furniture is sure to accent not just the living room but any other room in your house. The fabric is made up of 75 percent polyester and 25 percent cotton. The seat height is at a comfortable 18 inches that will be perfectly alright for all to sit and rest. The arm height is 25 inches that will only add to your comfort.
The design is so well planned that it goes very well with any home interiors including the interior wall paint, any other furniture, cabinets, etc, not at any point giving an awkward look to your room. It is designed to provide maximum comfort to the user, be it in resting the arm or the leg; it is perfectly designed in terms of height and the overall dimensions. It does not occupy more than the space designed for it in your house.
The Zebra print Oval back chair, in all its elegance and beauty providing the best of comfort to its users, measures 38 inches in height, 29 inches in width and 26 inches in depth.
Antique Cream Mirror
November 17, 2008
Stylish mirrors with outstanding designs have been in vogue since ages. No one can imagine a palace or a house without a peep at the mirror. While enhancing the charm lying within and ensuring perfection in dressing up, the mirror is indeed an energy booster for one and all.
Belgium mirrors with finest quality or the plain ones made in cottage industries, the purpose served is the same. However stylish pieces like the Antique Cream Mirror add charm to the ambience while creating more spacious looks.
A thing of sophistication this powerful and beautiful intricately designed mirror with washed effects is hand finished for the personal touch to every piece. Supplied with fixings for the mirror but not for the wall, the fixing depends entirely on the type of the surface it is fixed. If the mirror is fitted with keyhole fixings it must be fitted direct into the wall with 2 screws to avoid falling while mirrors of heavier weight should be hung securely with straps or a pair of J-hooks.
This mirror with dimensions of (H) 55 cm x (W) 70 cm weighs approximately 5.25 kilograms, a piece that needs to be cared immensely for the unusual weights and style. It is recommended that it should never be hung in damp areas like bathrooms or outer walls of apartments as dampness can easily mar the backboard leading to damages of the mirror.
The sophisticated looks of the Antique Cream Wood Framed Mirror plus the clear vision it provides for the images, makes it a piece de resistance. Well cared for means excellent long life and can be passed on to generations. Never an item that goes out of style the intricate works and beautiful colour itself are style statements.
When buying antique furniture
October 28, 2008
Antique furniture has become a craze all around the world. However, one should not be carried way with the looks and bids available online. Here are some guidelines and tips that will make your deals worthwhile.
It is necessary that you become familiar with the terms and names related to antique furniture. These will make you at ease while dealing with them.
Next thing one must keep in mind is that of the styles offered by the furniture sellers. They include Louis XV, Queen Anne, Chippendale and many more. If you are impressed by a specific style note it down and then go for that particular style.
If you are fresher in this field and wants information regarding the antique furniture, local bookstore or library for reference guides will come in handy. Internet is another powerful means to gain information regarding these. You are provided with photographs of furniture of different styles in the internet.
At times the furniture may have undergone damages which may reduce the worth of the product. That is it will depreciate the value of the piece making it valueless. Various kinds of damages that is likely to happen are
• The dimension of the boards on tabletops, bureaus and dressers
• Saw marks on the backs of chests and under tables that takes away the charm of the unit
• Use of low quality wood in the interiors such as drawers or backside of the furniture
• Original paint finish revealing some cracks and original material
• Antique glass on mirrors should be very thin
• Wormholes on the exterior of the wood piece
Get in touch with your local antique dealers and that will guide you in your search. They can guide you through the whole way and inform you about what to be careful.
Other than that you can depend upon an auction house too. However, make sure that it is a reputable one and offers guarantee on the products. You can bargain on the museum quality piece on country auction.
Another option set before you is to get in touch with the estate sales. Thus you can access sales of your family and relatives.
Magazines and newspapers will also come in handy. Information regarding the antique fairs and exhibitions will be available through the internet.
In case you are opting for furniture more than 100 years old then check on the details carefully, if there are any wear and tears on the products. Areas like underneath the chairs and drawers should be considered.
All these tips will enable you to reach a solid conclusion and you will arrive at a smart deal.
