Antiquity Revisited: History and How It Started
August 19, 2015Antiquity can be defined as the quality of being ancient. It is referred to something comes from ancient times such as monuments, relics from ruins or customs. The word originated from Middle English (Anglo-French) antiquite around 1350-1400. The Latin word antīquitās is equal to antīqu (us) or old plus itās.
Tips in Shopping For Antique Furniture
August 11, 2015Prior to shopping for antique furniture, it is best to do your homework to get a better deal. In truth, a little knowledge can really pay off. Here are a few tips that will assist you in shopping for antiques successfully.
Antique Restoration Process: How Is This Done?
July 29, 2015When decorating, it is essential that you create the perfect home environment that is relaxing, warm and pleasing. And when it comes to designing your home beautifully, you want to make sure that your antique furniture is updated. In fact, broken or worn-out looking antiques will detract from the look you are after, making your home appear sloppy and unkempt.
How Old Should Furniture Be before It Is Considered an Antique?
July 17, 2015The classic definition of an antique is an item such as an objet d'art or piece of furniture that is of value and at least 100 years old. As well, an antique of value needs to be in mint condition and unaltered.
A Few Quick Tips to Help you Find the Best Antique Restoration Company
June 22, 2015When it comes to restoring antique furniture, it is vital that you hire a qualified company that can do the job right. Now finding an antique restoration company is easy, for they are a dime a dozen.
Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Antique Furniture
June 2, 2015Antiques are without a doubt an excellent choice for all styles of home décor. Not only do they smack of class and taste, but they also make for excellent investments in the long run, something more people are discovering.
What is Shellac and its Significance in French Polishing?
May 20, 2015Shellac is a time-honoured organic substance derived from the lac bug (Kerria lacca) which teems in prolific numbers in the forests of Thailand, India, and some forested parts of Burma.
Antique Furniture and Its Authenticity - How to know if it's real?
May 13, 2015It can be difficult to collect antique furniture, especially if you aren’t sure it’s the genuine article. So, how to know if it’s real? Antique furniture and its authenticity are difficult to judge, without knowing what to look for.
Is Your Furniture Antique or Just Old?
Apr 30, 2015Whether you are purchasing antiques to add warmth and beauty to your home or wanting to restore a vintage chair sitting in the attic, the best rule of thumb is to wait and get an appraisal before you do anything.
French Polishing: The Best Way to Restore your Antiques
Apr 13, 2015Recently modern oils, lacquers and polyurethanes have replaced customary finishes for antique furniture. However, French polishing still remains the best solution for restoring or repairing antiques.
Professional Antique Restoration
Mar 19, 2015Furniture is more than just ‘things’ meant to beautify your home; these also make for excellent heirlooms that can be passed down from generation to generation.
French Polisher of Antique Furniture in Victoria
Mar 13, 2015Traditional French polishing is a wood finishing technique that goes back hundreds of years. It originated in the 18th century during the Victoria era. The technique was commonly used on expensive wood such as mahogany.
Tips for Identifying Antique Furniture
Feb 25, 2015When decorating your home you want the perfect balance of comfort, warmth and appeal. Antique décor creates the ideal ambiance that is ample in quality, design and history. As it happens, antique furniture adds a seamless combination of continual style and elegance.
Top Quality Antique’s vs today’s Modern Furniture
Feb 9, 2015Your home should be a perfect retreat to unwind the mind, body and spirit. So when it comes to decorating, you cannot just place any piece of furniture and expect it to look good. Highlighting the decor of your home requires creativity, know-how and planning.
What You Need to Know when Shopping for Antiques
Jan 29, 2015Antique shops are fantastic places to find a variety of antiques and collectibles. However, many people shop for antiques at flea markets and estate sales due the occasional lower price. Nonetheless, an antique shop will generally have a larger selection of merchandise and will sometimes bargain the price.
How to bring your antiques back to life without depreciating their value
Jan 21, 2015Rod Lord’s Antiques knows antiques. This is an exceptional company with an impeccable reputation that has been servicing the area for more than 30 years. When it comes to antiques the worst thing someone can do is try to restore it themselves.