March 10th, 2010
Of the many qualities that make Amish furniture so special, the greatest quality is also the most simple: solid wood construction. Solid wood furniture possesses great beauty and durability. In the case of Amish-crafted furniture, indigenous hardwoods, such as Indiana cherry or oak, ensure that the finest wood is being used.
When searching for a furniture piece, ask the builder whether it is constructed of solid wood. Sometimes plywood backing, while cutting down on cost, can diminish the durability of a particular furnishing. Also, ask about the construction methods: were nails or screws used, or was it constructed with dovetailed joints and glue?
Due to its durability and beauty, solid wood furniture is worth the investment. Search for the piece that’s right for you and cherish it for many years.
The Traditional Computer Armoire features solid wood construction.
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March 7th, 2010
For a glimpse of the elegance, charm and beauty that handcrafted furniture offers, look no further than contemporary dining room furniture.The sheer variety of contemporary dining room furniture is enough to impress:
- Table and Chair Sets
- Dining Hutches
- Pub Tables
- Benches
- Kitchen Cabinets (pie safes, wine cabinets, curio cabinets)
- Serving Carts
Each piece of dining room furniture is also available in differing styles, such as Mission, Shaker, Queen Anne, or modern styles such as the Seabury Table (see image). Amish contemporary dining room furniture, unlike factory made furniture, can boast solid wood construction and hand-craftsmanship. Come find a durable dining room piece for your home and enjoy it for many years to come.
The Seabury Table possesses a unique modern style.
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March 5th, 2010
Of all the occasional furniture crafted by the Amish, none showcases the elegance and stunning craftsmanship of solid wood furniture like contemporary bedroom furniture. Sturdy construction and a sleek style meet in each bedroom piece.
The classic Mission and Shaker styles are available in traditional or modern designs and elegant features such as corbels, reverse raised panels and fluted posts add beautiful accents. Some contemporary bedroom furniture also boasts 0ne-of-a-kind styles created by Amish craftsmen. These designs fuse elements of Mission, Shaker, Queen Anne and other styles to create a totally original design.
Bedroom sets are the best way to showcase a complete line of contemporary bedroom furniture. The full expression of a style can be seen in each separate piece, and each piece complements the other. Browse through Amish contemporary bedroom furniture and be amazed at the graceful styles and impressive construction.
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March 4th, 2010
Old hickory furniture, also called “rustic”, “primitive” or “cabin” furniture, features solid hickory construction and a traditional style. The popularity of old hickory furniture may be due in part to Gustav Stickley, the famed American craftsman who mass-produced Mission style furniture. He created a line of primitive furniture, often made of hickory, which captured the rustic style of cabin furniture.
Often, the hickory wood is left in its natural state. Some pieces even include bark accents, adding to the natural style. Today, old hickory furniture is enjoyed not just in rural settings such as cabins and lodges, but in upscale homes as well. Browse handcrafted hickory furniture today and be surprised at the versatility and beauty of its style.
Beautiful hickory wood construction accents the Round Hickory Pub Table with Square Skirting.
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March 1st, 2010
Home entertainment furniture has undergone a gradual transformation throughout American history. Early-American furniture of the Colonial Period (1700-1800) featured entertainment furniture such as the poker table and billiard table. While these pieces have evolved over the years (poker tables now offer a huge array of custom options) and still enjoy great popularity, it wasn’t until the 20th century and the advent of the home television set that entertainment furniture began to radically transform.
With the home television set, home entertainment furniture began to grow at a rapid pace. Recliners grew in popularity as families gathered to watch television in comfort. Entertainment centers match television stands in popularity, housing VCR/DVD players, video game consoles, speaker systems, DVR recorders and large screen televisions.
Research the ever-expanding line of handcrafted home entertainment furniture and find the piece that’s right for you~
The Jefferson 68 Inch Plasma TV Stand with Open Hutch boasts impressive construction and plenty of storage space
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February 27th, 2010
Game room furniture has been a popular furnishing since the earliest days of American furniture. The felt poker table has not essentially changed since it was first introduced to New England soil from Europe, but accents such as drink holders, leather surfaces and chip slots have kept the poker table at the cutting edge of style and construction. Similarly, the poker chair is available in its simplest, earliest handcrafted form or as a deluxe chair with a gas lift, tilting seat and caster wheels.
The Classic Mission Pool Table features custom options and a classic Mission style
The pool table could be considered the king of game room furniture. Custom options now allow design accents to be completely chosen by the customer, including talc holders, wall racks with score keepers and pocket material. Billiard cabinets are the perfect accessory for storing any other billiard related items. In addition, choose from Mission, Shaker or other styles for your pool table.
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February 24th, 2010
Cabin furniture is marked by its traditional craftsmanship and rustic style. The one-of-a-kind look of cabin furniture can be attributed to its rough-hewn wood construction, bark accents and simple designs.
Gustav Stickley plays an important role in the history of cabin furniture. The Wisconsin-born craftsman popularized the Spanish Mission furniture style, mass-producing it for the public. To follow up this success, he produced a line of rustic cabin furniture. Its popularity caught on quickly.
Cabin furniture boasts great versatility. It can add a rustic touch to any home, cabin or patio. It possesses not only a unique style, but strength and durability.
The Rustic Cedar Lamp will accent any home decor
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February 21st, 2010
Having a child is a wonderful time in the life of a family, and one that comes with many challenges. Finding safe, durable furniture for your child is one such challenge. Luckily, Amish baby furniture comes with great diversity, customization and styles to suit your exact needs.
The Cottage Collection Crib features safe, sturdy construction
Perhaps the most important baby furnishing to consider is the crib. Each crib boasts sturdy construction, a safe design, and durability. Crib mattresses add the most comfort possible. Another important furnishing to consider is the changing table. Here, your little one can rest on the contour pad while they are being changed. Storage shelves provide plenty of space to keep necessities.
Remember that as your child grows up, there are safe, durable furnishing to suit their every transition from crib to bed, from simple to complex toys and from changing tables to small dressers.
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February 17th, 2010
In select places of the United States, Amish communities offer their handcrafted furnishing to the public. The Midwest, including Northern Indiana and Ohio, have large Amish populations and therefore, Amish furniture stores are prevalent in these areas.
Because of the handcrafted nature of Amish furniture, it is true that no two Amish furniture stores will be exactly alike. Stores rely on the handcrafted furnishings of their local builders, often requesting and stocking custom items, thereby ensuring that their store is unique.
Before visiting an Amish furniture store, you may want to research online and learn about the store, the Amish community, or Amish furniture in general. Feel free to search our blog and perhaps learn something new about Amish furniture.
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February 15th, 2010
The recliner has been a fixture in the home since the popularity of La-Z-Boy in the 1950’s. American’s desired less formal furniture that provided comfort at an affordable price. Because of this, a wide variety of recliners became available. At Brandenberry Furniture, we offer a line of custom Mission recliners.
Each Mission recliner boasts the classic Mission style: wood slats, clean angles and solid wood construction. Bowed arms give en elegant style and a plush back provide comfort. Mission recliners also look good with a variety of home decorating styles.
The Heartland Slat Recliner features a classic Mission style
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