Posts Tagged: brass patina
Copper Kitchen Hardware
Posted by on Friday, November 5, 2010 in - leave a comment
When I did my Horton Brasses blog post on strap hinges, I mentioned my mother-in-law's kitchen as that post's muse. One commenter asked for pics. Here they are. Enjoy the old world charm of copper details in the kitchen! I think my mother-in-law's style mixes mid-mod and traditional floweriness …
Mixing Finishes
Posted by on Wednesday, October 13, 2010 in - 16 comments
MIXING FINISHES • Whether decorating a new home or snazzying up an older model, the question often arises as to whether or not it is okay to mix finishes. Maybe all the doorknobs in your house are a shiny brass but you had your heart set on satin nickel in the kitchen and oil rubbed bronze in … read more »
How To Care For Your Hardware
Posted by on Monday, October 4, 2010 in - 1 comment
A few months ago, we completed our kitchen remodel. It was a big deal, involving moving supporting walls and two full months of starvation. About a week into the tear out, I discovered I was pregnant with my third child. Our busy life was about to get busier. • Functionality was my inspiration …