Category Archives: Featured

Vintage Door Knobs

Nowadays old equals cool, and this is certainly the case for vintage door knobs.  I love going on the hunt for vintage door knobs.  There are tons of places you can find them, but I’ll share my secrets with you in this article. When I’m looking for vintage hinges or door knobs or anything old, for that matter, I’ll start at my local antique stores.  I honestly don’t have much luck finding them at these stores, but what I do … Continue reading

Porcelain Door Knobs

Porcelain door knobs are the perfect classic American look for any home.  I, personally, love these door knob in bathrooms.  It’s really the perfect fit, and even better when paired with small tiles on the bathroom counter or floor.  They don’t only have to be used in the bathroom, they also work very well in every other room of the house. As if finding porcelain door knobs wasn’t already tricky, finding them in a color other than white is even … Continue reading

Butt Hinges

Butt hinges are the King Kong of the hinge world.  The most common use of a butt hinge is a truck tailgate, but they have tons of other uses.  These hinges are almost always welded on, but there are also some that come with holes for bolts or screws. These are primarily for industrial use, and generally not recommended for home use, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t use them.  You have to be ready for a heavy duty … Continue reading

Shutter Hinges

Shutter hinges are the perfect accent to any window.  They may seem small and unnoticeable, but a shuttered window with plain hinges will stand out like a sore thumb.  Taking the time to find the right ones will give your room a completed feel. Exterior shutter hinges have to be high quality, if not they will rust and break in just a few years of weathering.  There are many exterior hinges that are handcrafted by blacksmiths on the East Coast … Continue reading

Garage Door Weather Stripping

Garage door weather stripping is dual function tool that helps protect your home and save you money.  The main purpose of this type of weather stripping is to keep the elements out of your garage.  Rain and snow can seep under an unprotected wooden garage doors and get all of your good stuff in the garage wet.  This is especially problematic if the door into your house is the same level as your garage floor.  Water can easily make its … Continue reading