Antique Furniture Tips

John Nash and Antique Oak Furniture

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:22:14 -0500

John Nash and antique oak furniture go hand in hand. At John Nash Antiques and Interiors in Ledbury, Herefordshire, you will find a beautiful showroom that demonstrates the ability of Nash and his partner Louis Calleja to select and and provide incredible antiques and collectibles to their customers. They handle all sorts of request, no matter how large or small. Nash not only works in the showroom, but actually ships pieces all over the world to clients not in the local area. In addit... Tags: John Nash And Antique Oak Furniture

Wood Refinishing Antique Furniture Tips

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:22:14 -0500

Antique furniture is beloved by many collectors, and for good reason. It is beautiful, sentimental, and can even increase in value over the years. Many people decorate their homes with antiques, while some hand their antique pieces down as family heirlooms. You'll find that some antique furniture pieces have lost their finish and need some work. Wood refinishing antique furniture is something that should be done with great care and is probably best left to an expert. Tags: Wood Refinishing Antique Furniture

An Introduction to Italian Antique Furniture

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:22:14 -0500

You will find a wide variety of styles represented in the world of Italian furniture from days gone by. For example, during the Louis XV era furniture was made in gleaming dark woods like mahogany and walnut. The pieces indicative of this time period were not overly ornate but featured attractive curves and molding. Another type of Italian antique that you may come across when shopping is Venetian. I recently saw a set of Venetian chairs from the late 19th century that were ornately ca... Tags: Ialian Antique Furniture

Trends in Baby Furniture: Antique Baby Beds

Wed, 28 Jul 2010 04:22:14 -0500

Many moms-to-be enjoy decorating the nursery in preparation for their new arrival. If you're an expectant mother with a passion for antiques, check out one of the hottest trends in baby furniture -- antique baby beds. An antique bed for your baby can be a gorgeous addition to the room. However, it is absolutely crucial that you address safety issues before bringing such a bed home. At the website of the CPSC, or Consumer Product Safety Commission, you can learn all about the safety req... Tags: Baby Furniture Antique Baby Beds