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The Use of Stained Glass in Victorian Buildings
The Victorian era was a time of industrial progress and cultural transformation. This period witnessed the rise of the Gothic Revival movement, which sought to revive styles and ideals from the Middle Ages. Stained glass became an integral part of this…
The Use of Stained Glass in Victorian Buildings
The Victorian era was a time of industrial progress and cultural transformation. This period witnessed the rise of the Gothic Revival movement, which sought to revive styles and ideals from the Middle Ages. Stained glass became an integral part of this movement, allowing artisans to infuse their creations with colour, light, and intricate designs and a testament to craftsmanship, creativity, and a love for the interplay of light and…
Choosing vintage textiles for a Victorian-themed room
Whether it's a cherished heirloom passed down through the years or a lucky find picked up at a garage sale, antique objects are steeped in history and have stories to tell. They also lend an individual touch to interior design, which is why they're so popular. Victorian decor is known for its elegance, intricate details, and timeless charm. If you're looking to create a Victorian-themed room, one way to infuse authenticity and character…
Do you need tall skirting boards for your house?
Tall skirting boards are to be found in most Victorian houses but more so if the house has high ceilings. This is because in Victorian houses, the ceilings tend to be high and to balance these rooms and give them some proportion, decorative mouldings are used…
Do You Need Tall Skirting Boards?
Tall skirting boards are to be found in most Victorian houses because the ceilings tend to be high, and to balance these rooms and give them some proportion, decorative mouldings are used on the walls and ceilings. High ceilings were a relatively new phenomenon in the Victorian era as in previous periods such as Georgian times, high ceilings were seen as a luxury only for the super rich because it meant building your house taller than…
Fitting Traditional Victorian Skirting Boards
Some tips for making a perfect job of skirting in your room. Like all DIY jobs, it will take time to get it right but the result will be worth taking your time over.
Fitting Traditional Victorian Skirting Boards
There are many different styles of traditional Victorian skirting available to fit into your period house. It is likely that you already have skirting in some places but that it has become damaged or needs to be replaced. Skirting boards are relatively cheap to buy and apart from minor cosmetic damage, is probably not worth the time and cost of wood filler and other materials to repair it.