In-depth features about period property
In the second extract from the Victorian House Book, interior designer Robin Guild takes us through the styling of Victorian Halls, Stairs and Landings. From hard-wearing materials and dark colours, to the variations of the theme that occured between classes and geographically.
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This March, Period Home and Garden is running a series of extracts from The Victorian House Book - a practical guide to home repair and decoration. In addition, we'll be offering our readers a fantastic discount when they purchase the book directly from Sheldrake Press. In this first article Robin Guild looks at the people that influenced mid to late Victorian architecture including William Morris and Philip Webb and considers how some of the styles such as Arts and Crafts and the Queen Anne revival came about.
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Thatched cottages, Tudor mansions, Georgian townhouses - the one thing people love most about period properties, no matter what era they are from, is their unique character and original features. But when something goes wrong and you need to rely on your insurance to help have you got enough cover? We look at some of the issues period property owners should consider when insuring a period home and how to make sure they are covered for all eventualities.
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The use of reed or straw in a thatch roof has always been a topic of hot debate, but with even different thatching associations now arguing as to whether a relaxation in the rules for listed buildings is required, the issue for period home owners is more confusing than ever before.
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If you have the time and the patience then making your own Roman Blinds can be a satisfying experience. In this article, experts from Curtain Court take you through an easy step by step guide to making Roman Blinds - good luck!
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