One of the captivating reasons why pagoda corner castings found their way into the design of antique iron beds was the era’s thirst for all things aesthetically pleasing and unique. During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, society craved distinctive, eye-catching designs that would not just serve a functional purpose but also stand as…
The demise of antique iron beds can be largely attributed to the Industrial Revolution. During the late 18th and 19th centuries, the Industrial Revolution transformed manufacturing processes and introduced significant changes in society and technology. Here’s a short explanation of how this period led to the decline of antique iron beds: In summary, the Industrial…
Refinishing a beautiful old antique iron bed to make it look brand new can be a decision driven by a combination of practicality, aesthetics, and sentimental value. Firstly, the process of refinishing an antique iron bed can help extend its lifespan and usability. Over time, these beds may accumulate rust, corrosion, or other forms of…
The “Two Tone Crackle” finish offers a distinct advantage over a monochromatic one-color paint job for antique iron bed frames. While a single-color paint job may provide a clean and uniform appearance, our Two Tone Crackle finish elevates the aesthetics in several ways: In summary, our Two Tone Crackle finish not only enhances the contrast…
Occasionally, a topic or photo comes along that deserves its own “spot in the sun.” Such is the case with this particular antique iron bed frame, adorned with brass details, hailing from the Art Nouveau era (1880 to 1910). The Art Nouveau period was known for its characteristic “asymmetrical shapes” and extensive use of arches…
Have you ever given any thought to the “carbon footprint” you leave behind every day ? If so…..have you also given any thought to how you can lessen that ongoing footprint ? Antique’s…….their sustainability and footprint is approximately 16 times less than whats being made today. Help to put less strain on our planet’s precious…
When a bed room has beautiful tall ceilings, the space that is created can be visually appealing OR vacant empty space that desperately needs something to fill that space. By using tall canopy iron bed frames, the eye is taken up to appreciate the height. The next time you are in a room with tall…
There are many things that go in to determining the calibre of an antique iron bed. Here are a few that the attached bed photo have; Tubing and Rod Size : Most antique iron bed used traditional 1″ diameter tubing and 3/8″ diameter solid rods for the interior design. But when you get in to…
What is it that makes one iron bed better than another. Lets start with its structural integrity ………. The size of the tubing certainly is one of the criteria that can determine if a bed is solid with no “flex”. Add to that larger than normal 1/2″ solid rods throughout the interior design , as…
A little hard to imagine what was going through the mind of the person who designed the castings for this particular antique iron bed. The overall design, with the French curved sides and sloping interior rods, is very pleasing…..but then why put “Dragon Head” corner castings and a scary looking medieval demon at the center…