Archive for May, 2010

Antique Furniture

Monday, May 31st, 2010

Antique furniture is typically defined as any furniture piece at least 75+ years old. Many have bitten by the “antique furniture bug” and have spent countless hours researching, viewing, buying and restoring antique furniture. Antique furniture offers a passionate hobby to anyone with an interest in history or the craft of wood working.

The amount of information now available to antique furniture connoisseurs has increased ten-fold with the rise of the internet, making research easier than ever. Yet nothing beats footing it to the local antique furniture store to look for a treasure buried deep within a showroom. Amish Mennonite furniture markets are a popular stop for antique furniture lovers as the pieces being made today by Amish and Mennonite craftsmen will soon become the treasured antiques of generations to come.

The internet offers wonderful resources for anyone interested in antique furniture, as does the local library. But to gain a one-of-a-kind perspective on antique furniture, visit your local antique furniture store and ask the salesperson any pertinent questions you may have.

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Primitive Furniture

Thursday, May 27th, 2010

Primitive furniture is marked by its traditional design, often using rough-hewn wood and bark accents. Hickory is a common choice for primitive furniture as it contains a rustic beauty within itself. Originally, primitive furniture was considered suitable for cabins, lodges and porches, but its appeal began to spread to homeowners looking for something “different”.

Amish wooden furniture has always been the greatest source for finding quality primitive furniture. Primitive furniture is the definitive “hand crafted” furnishing as no two pieces are ever quite the same and bear the craftsman’s unique fingerprint. Distinct sanding and staining methods make each furnishing a one-of-a-kind piece

The unique style of primitive furniture has always captured the imagination. For anyone interested in authentic, hand-crafted furniture, in which you can see the distinct cutting, sanding and staining of an expert artisan, primitive furniture is the way to go.

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Flat Screen TV Furniture

Monday, May 24th, 2010

No area of furniture sales can claim to have grown so quickly as flat screen TV furniture. Within the larger category of Amish home furniture, furnishings related to flat screen TV’s have soared in popularity. By all accounts, this trend won’t be letting up anytime soon. As television manufacturers continually push though technological boundaries, introducing flat screen, LCD, Plasma, and even 3-D televisions, furniture
craftsmen have sought to keep up with the latest advances by offering pieces that not only are compatible with these televisions, but that complement them.

Amish craftsmen offer handcrafted, solid wood flat screen TV stands that boast plenty of versatile storage space. Whether you’re seeking a traditional style such as Mission or Shaker or a modern, elegant style, craftsmen are sure to offer what you’re looking for. Browse an online furniture catalog, preferably one that offers a list of custom options, and be amazed at the selection or flat screen TV furniture available to you.

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Wooden Bedroom Furniture

Thursday, May 20th, 2010

The sheer variety of wooden bedroom furniture is overwhelming when considering purchasing a furnishing or multiple furnishings. One must consider the wood species being used in construction: do you prefer the beauty of maple or the strength of oak? One must also consider the construction method: do you prefer a handcrafted piece or a more affordable factory assembled piece?

The types of bedroom furniture also merit much consideration. Are you looking for a chest? If so, what kind? A mule chest offers more storage space than an armoire, while a classic five or seven drawer chest offers space within a smaller size. Even nightstands come with or without doors, with or without storage drawers, with or without open storage spaces and in various sizes.

Amish furniture beds come in a huge selection of styles and sizes, with or without slats or panels, and with many more options. To appreciate the full diversity of wooden bedroom furniture, browse online furniture catalogs or visit a local furniture store, or better yet, visit a local Amish furniture market.

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Amish Contemporary Bedroom Furniture

Monday, May 17th, 2010

When investing in bedroom furniture, there are a few factors to consider that will help you make an informed decision.
*Solid Wood Construction
*Handcrafted
*Custom Options

Amish contemporary bedroom furniture boasts the distinction of being handcrafted from solid wood, and possessing a timeless, traditional style as well as a modern look. As well, it comes with a variety of custom options such as hardware choice, panel options, style choice, and many more.

Amish contemporary bedroom furniture is available in a huge selection of styles such as the classic Mission and Shaker styles, as well as one-of-a-kind styles unique to each region or builder. Custom built bedroom furniture offers the customer complete control over the style and design of their piece.

While weighing the importance of finding contemporary bedroom furniture worthy of an investment, consider Amish crafted furniture for its solid hardwood construction, hand-craftsmanship and custom options. Ultimately, you may find a piece that will grace not only your home, but the home of your children one day as well.

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Hardwood Furniture

Friday, May 14th, 2010

One of the benefits of investing in hardwood furniture is the durability it possesses. Antique furniture, noted for its beauty and elegance, is also marked by its strength. This is because it is crafted from hardwoods.

Modern wood artisans craft most, if not all, of their pieces from hardwoods. Often, they utilize indigenous hardwoods such as Indiana cherry or maple. Amish dining sets are noted for their sturdy construction and beautiful style.

Research the variety of wood species, whether native or imported, that are being used to crafts some of your favorite furnishings. What are the benefits of each wood species? Does a maple piece possess a rich, warm color but lack the strength of oak? How does a traditionally cut oak piece compare to a quarter sawn white oak piece? Does a hickory furnishing add a rustic accent to a furnishing better than a rustic cherry piece?

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Country Furniture

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

Gustav Stickley is credited with popularizing and producing Mission style furniture. His designs captured the imaginations of the American public. Out of this grew a line of Stickley’s wicker furniture which also sold well. Country furniture, or furniture that echoed the simple designs of the countryside, became a popular option for homeowners seeking something beautiful but different from their home furnishings.

Though there is not a definitive country style, simple pieces that possess rustic, practical beauty and are free of ornate elegance are generally defined as “country.” Amish tables in particular boast a wide variety of styles and designs including country. However, it must be noted that country style furniture can possess beautiful wood accents and an elegant style. To discern what is “country” and what isn’t, spend time researching the variety of styles available. Better yet, consider visiting a local Amish furniture market and talk to someone knowledgeable.

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The Truth About Antique Furniture

Saturday, May 8th, 2010

While factory-assembled furniture provides a cheap, easy option for furnishing a home or apartment, the strength, durability and long-lasting beauty of handcrafted furniture offers a long-term option for someone looking to invest in a furnishing. The popularity of antique furniture, specifically antique oak furniture, thrives on quality craftsmanship and solid wood construction.

If you buy Amish furniture, consider not only the style and design you desire, but consider that the piece you own may someday be passed on to a new generation who will cherish it in their homes. All antique furniture was once new, so think of it as a privilege to find a handcrafted piece that may one day become a treasure to a generation to come.

While some Amish retailers to not stock genuine antique furniture (usually 75+ years old), Amish craftsmen create pieces that will certainly become treasured antiques if gives the proper care and attention they deserve.

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Discover Amish Furniture Outlet

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Amish furniture craftsmen have always thrived on foot-traffic during warm-weather seasons for their sales. While the Amish furniture presence is growing online, the best way to experience the beauty of Amish furniture is to visit an Amish furniture outlet.

Amish furniture outlets offer the casual shopper the opportunity to experience first-hand what makes Amish furniture completely unique. Find great deals like discount Mission furniture and save on classic Mission bedroom sets or contemporary Mission dining furniture.

While online catalogs offer detailed pictures and custom options for each Amish furniture piece, visiting an Amish furniture outlet is the best way to witness the handcrafted beauty of Amish furniture. Often, Amish furniture stores offer hands-on demonstrations of woodworking and staining or dyeing techniques. Plan a trip to a local Amish market to get a taste of the food and the culture from which these excellent wood artisans come.

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Finding High End Furniture For The Home

Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

Any lover of high end furniture knows that solid wood construction and hand-craftsmanship are essential qualities. Solid wood construction guarantees natural strength and beauty to each piece. Hand-craftsmanship makes each piece with the personal touch of an artisan. As decades come and go, it will be the solid wood, hand-crafted furnishings that will retain their value, they will be appreciated for their durable construction and timeless beauty.

While high end furniture is defined by solid wood construction and hand-craftsmanship, a certain “style” of “design” also helps to define high end furniture. An oak executive desk, for example, features beautiful wood and fine construction, but the elegant design typically associated with executive desks helps its status as a “high end” furnishing.

Ultimately, high end furniture is defined more by the quality of its construction that its style.  A poorly-made but elegant furnishing has little value compared to the traditional simplicity of a Mission style furnishing made by an expert craftsmen.

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