When you envision a child’s nursery, what do you always picture? A few pieces that come to mind would probably be a crib, changing table, some toys and stuffed animals, and a classic wooden rocking chair. What about when you think of a cliché grandmother’s house? Do you picture her in a robe and slippers… Read more »
Amish Furniture
Give the Gift of a Jewelry Storage for Valentine’s Day
In addition to chocolates and flowers, Valentine’s Day is recognized as a time to gift jewelry to a loved one. Diamonds and gold are often seen as a sign of affection and can be a beautiful expression of love. However, over the course of many years, you’ll eventually need somewhere to store all that jewelry…. Read more »
Start Thinking About Your Outdoor Living Space
Time flies by each year, quickly transitioning from one season to the next with fluctuating temperatures. Although for many parts of the United States, winter is just beginning, spring will usher in warmer weather before we know it. Start planning an outdoor living space now to allow yourself plenty of time to turn your vision… Read more »
Decorate with Rustic and Fall Elements at Home
We’ll be honest: the fall is one of our favorite times here at Carriage House Furnishings. Why, you might ask? Aside from apple donuts and fall foliage, it’s the season where we can really bring in that rustic feel to everything we do and that starts first with the home. Here’s how to decorate your… Read more »
How to Style and Display Your Cabinets
For a long time, people didn’t see cabinets beyond their usage. Cabinets merely stored things, and that was it. However, cabinets can be styled and displayed to complement a room’s aesthetic, and say something unique about its usage. In recent years, display cabinets have increasingly attracted well-deserved attention as a key design component of any… Read more »
Understanding Rockers and Gliders
When decorating any nursery room, you’ll likely have to decide between a rocker and a glider. Rockers and gliders are both essential items throughout your child’s development and will likely be in the family for years. But many times, customers are unaware of the differences between the two chairs and end up buying a rocker… Read more »
Setting Up Your Ideal Patio
The warmth of the summer months persuade us to spend most of our time outdoors where we can enjoy the season. Setting up your ideal patio for the summer depends on your purpose for the patio; will you use your space to accommodate large gatherings of family and friends or for more private, special occasions… Read more »
How to Decorate Your Kitchen Island
Kitchen islands come with many benefits: they provide extra kitchen storage, allow for additional seating, and grant more space for cooking. If you bought a kitchen island from Carriage House Furnishings, consider adding some décor to help make it a focal point of your home. Showcase Your Green Thumb Simple yet charming, fresh greenery and… Read more »
Benefits of Purchasing American-Made Furniture
Carriage House Furnishings is so proud to design, build, and sell American-made furniture. We love producing unique, American-made pieces that will be part of your family for decades to come. Purchasing furniture is an investment, and if you are willing to make that investment, consider the benefits that come with buying American-made furniture. Reliable Craftsmanship… Read more »
Wood Furniture Cleaning Tips that Work
Have you turned into a dusting fiend trying to protect all of your beautiful wood furniture? Well, that’s the case for most trying to keep natural air pollutants from forming a grimy layer on the surfaces in their homes. We know first-hand from working with our own bespoken wood furniture that nobody likes a build-up… Read more »
Shaker vs. Mission Style Furniture
When people attempt to define Amish furniture design, they are often unaware that this style includes two different furniture makes: shaker and mission furniture. There are distinctive differences between the shaker and mission styles of furniture. Here we delve into the history behind each style. A Look behind Shaker Design The shaker movement was born… Read more »
Large Purchases Worth Considering
It is no secret that owning a home is expensive. So many different costs come up on a yearly basis that you don’t expect and maintaining your home can start to add up. If you’re working on furnishing your home, it can be tempting to go with cheaper furniture options when you feel like you… Read more »
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