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Not only are furniture leg styles an integral part of the overall aesthetic and functionality of a chair or table, but different furniture leg styles can also be used to identify and date antique pieces from many eras. Furniture legs provide clues as to the manufacture date, especially when used in conjunction with foot styles.…
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What is Queen Anne Style Furniture? Furniture made in the Queen Anne style was originally produced in the 1720s to about 1750 (the eponymous Queen Anne died in 1714). The style traveled to the United States, where it continued in production until 1800, falling within the Colonial furniture period. It’s difficult to define the characteristics…
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There are so many chair styles; it may be confusing. While many chair bases may seem similar, the chair back style is a defining feature and has been for centuries. This chair style guide can help you identify your piece for purchase, restoration, and appraisal. These are some of the most common types of chair…
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The History of Duncan Phyfe Furniture In the United States, we have many furniture styles that have survived the centuries and still have an impact. But there are few American furniture makers we still remember today. Duncan Phyfe is an exception. Coming to the U.S. in 1784 from Scotland, he established himself as a talented…
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What is Cane Furniture? You have probably heard both the terms wicker and cane furniture tossed around. Cane refers to the grass used in some kinds of wicker furniture, with Arundo grass found in the Mediterranean and East Asia, and Arundinaria common in the Americas. Wicker is the process through which cane furniture is made,…
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It’s time to start getting your yard ready for summer by pulling your outdoor furniture out of storage. As the weather gets warmer, you’ll spend more time with family and friends in your backyard or on your patio. If you’ve prepared your furniture for winter, it will be in good condition and ready for your…
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After you’ve experienced a flood, fire, or other disaster in your home, insurance probably isn’t the first thing on your mind. But once you’ve collected yourself and made sure everyone is safe, it’s time to get insurance involved and make a property damage claim. To get started on the claim process, evaluate every personal property…
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Wicker furniture has been a popular choice for indoor and outdoor use for centuries and is still a fantastic look today. Used on a porch, patio, or deck, its colonial stylings are always in fashion. Wicker is a natural product, usually weaved with reeds or plant fibers, with the material suiting its seating environment. Whether…
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Replacing your kitchen cabinets can be an expensive endeavor in a remodel. Instead of removing them, updating your kitchen cabinets can save you money and allow you to finish the project more quickly. There are various ways to go about updating a kitchen without replacing the cabinets, including adding new hardware, paint and varnish, crown…
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Furniture repair and restoration are not something that people think about until it becomes necessary, like when you have a broken chair, your dog chewed up the couch, or you find a weathered antique in the attic. Even high-quality furniture well-built from solid wood can fall into disrepair, and accidents do happen. Whether you need…
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