You may have heard of a pie safe, but they are not used quite as much by Englishers as they used to be since technology has advanced. A pie safe is an old piece of furniture that would be used to store pies to keep them safe from bugs, vermin, and maybe even the children…. Read more »
Amish Furniture
Giving Your Home a Rustic Look
The rustic look is becoming more and more the preferred look for homes both old and new. Natural fibers and materials that complement each other but don’t necessarily match, as well as lots of stone and wood, are the accents being used, and old and hand-me-downs are treasured pieces. There are a few things… Read more »
Cleaning and Caring for your Amish Furniture
Amish furniture is particularly special in that it is made with superior craftsmanship, in the old style. So cleaning and caring for it should be your top priority once you bring it home. With the right care, it will last for eons, and can become treasured heirlooms that can be passed down from one generation… Read more »
The History of Amish Furniture
Amish furniture is created primarily by the Amish communities in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Indiana. Made of 100% wood, without the use of any synthetic “wood” product; the style of Amish furniture is normally traditional in design. Coming into its own, in the 1920’s; Amish furniture was discovered during the same time period as American… Read more »
Making the Most of Your Dining Room space
Many people have a dining room in their house, but many times it gets used as a storage room or the place where all the boxes go after you don’t have another room to move them in. Take back your dining room and use some of these clever tips to bring life to the… Read more »
Durable Amish Coffee Tables
Why You Need One… Living room spaces are sacred to many people. In many homes, the living room is often the heart of the house, or a very special place, designed for company and special gatherings. This reverence of the living room, is very common in many areas of the United States. And… Read more »
Which Amish Furniture is Right for The Living Room?
The living room has traditionally been the largest room in the house, the place where people entertained, watched television and spent time with family. But with the advent of “Great Rooms” and “family rooms”, the living room has become something other than it was, though, in many households, it is still used for more formal… Read more »
Go For the King Sized Bed: You Deserve It!
Many of us remember our old college days, or days past when times were tough and we lived with the least, and could never splurge on what we really wanted. We recall those times of the futons and twin sized dorm room beds. For many, it was all we could afford at the time, and… Read more »
Amish Furniture Construction and Finishing
The Amish history and culture is layers deep; and every aspect of the Amish lifestyle is touched by their very unique and treasured way of life. The style of Amish furniture and the way that it is made, is no exception. The making of Amish furniture is a hands-on process and requires attention to detail…. Read more »
More on Amish Hope Chests
The hope chest (cedar chest, dowry chest, glory box) is traditionally what unmarried women use to put collections of clothing, dishware and bed and table linens in, as a preparation for married life. Hope chests are not just relics of yesteryear, as many families create them today made from chests that have become heirlooms and… Read more »
Caring For Amish Furniture
Quick Advice on Caring for your Amish-Made Furniture There are specific care instructions for Amish furniture, to maintain its beauty and polish. Keeping all furniture items out of direct sunlight exposure is highly critical for keeping your furniture in optimum condition. Too much sun exposure can change the look of the finish. It is also… Read more »
Consider Amish Made Bedroom Furniture
Your bedroom is your sanctuary, a respite from your hectic life. Your bedroom is where you wind down, decompress, and renew yourself. You want clean lines, no clutter, nothing superfluous, fine materials and restful colors. Amish furniture can provide all that and more. Versatile and Stylish Amish furniture can be very versatile and generally comes… Read more »
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