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Outfitting the Outdoors: Wonderful Wicker
Talk about lasting popularity! Wonderful wicker is the first known natural material to be used for furniture with documentation dating as far back as ancient Egypt. In ancient times, wicker was used to construct baskets, furniture and even shields for battle. The use of wicker is thought to have spread from Egypt to Rome and then throughout Europe as the Roman Empire expanded. Outdoor Wicker Furniture Today, the popularity of wicker continues, but modern technology has expanded our options. There are now two types of wicker furniture available - natural and synthetic. Wicker made from many natural materials, such as...
Outfitting the Outdoors: Timeless Wood
It happens every year. Summer approaches and eager homeowners go shopping for new patio furniture, only to be stopped two feet inside the store by the sea of furniture before them. Options are great! But the questions and decisions they require? Not so much. Shopping for outdoor furniture can be just as daunting as buying indoor furniture. That's why we're doing a blog series on the most popular options in outdoor furniture. We'll discuss the pros and cons of each option, and help you decide which option is best for you. Of course, we're always just a phone call away to personally help...
Colorful Rooms in Full Bloom
Design inspiration can come from anywhere, but it often comes from what we see. And now that spring has arrived, we see color everywhere! From the lush green of new growth to the vibrant hues of flowers and delicate blossoms on flowering trees, nature is putting on a spectacular show! So let's have a little fun and look at some of our favorite, most colorful designs. These colorful rooms are in full bloom and they always put a smile on our faces. We hope they do the same for you! Modern Moroccan A mosaic fireplace surround and hand-blown rondels in...