Educating Homeowners, Designers & Contractors
Crown moulding is an ornamental moulding that is placed in the 90° angle made by the surface of the wall and the ceiling. They range in styles from simple, classic beauty to ornate and intricate designs. The crown moulding seen below is composed of urethane material. Urethane is a high density, lightweight foam that is … Read more
Columns range in sizes and shapes. Typically, they are large and require to be shipped via a common carrier truck. Our warehouse and shipping teams often build custom boxes for our larger, non-traditional column orders. Each box was carefully designed by our head warehouse member and tested for the best durability and strength. As previously … Read more
Have you ever wondered what the inside one of our many warehouses look like? Well check it out! We have several different warehouses all over the country that are stocked with products available for purchase. Rows upon rows of shelves line the warehouses with products that will eventually be shipped to another valued customer. Pictured below … Read more
Typically, most of our customers order unfinished ceiling medallions because they can paint the medallion themselves. Well, we at Architectural Depot understand the importance of getting projects done in a cost efficient and timely matter. While there are some who will still want to purchase unfinished ceilings, this Factory Friday post is for those who … Read more
Each and every product featured on ArchitecturalDepot.com has a unique back-story of how it was manufactured and came to be on our site. Sometimes, these products are for out-of-the-ordinary jobs and require very specific measurements that cannot be found in the local hardware store. At ArchitecturalDepot.com, we are the solution to your problems by allowing … Read more
Typically, most of our customers order unfinished ceiling medallions because they can paint the medallion themselves. Well, we at Architectural Depot understand the importance of getting projects done in a cost efficient and timely matter. While there are some who will still want to purchase unfinished ceilings, this Factory Friday post is for those who … Read more
Architecturally speaking, it is often rare to have a one size fits all kind of product. The industry is simply not created that way. Here at ArchitecturalDepot.com we understand that and make every effort to better equip our customers with custom sizes and finishes. Brackets come in all shapes and sizes. Really, there are different … Read more
Understandably, shipping is not a very fascinating subject, but how do you think the products you order get to you? Are you not just a little bit curious as to what goes on at the warehouse? Or, how the item you purchased is handled before it arrives? Maybe your curiosity has peaked. That is perfect! … Read more
Have you ever wondered what the inside one of our many warehouses look like? Well take a look below! We have several different warehouses all over the country that are stocked with products available for purchase. Rows upon rows of shelves line the warehouses with products that will eventually be shipped to another valued customer. … Read more
Last month, we checked out the Ekena Millwork Arcadian balusters being individually assembled. This week we take a closer look at how our shipping team sends them out. At first glance, one can tell that balusters are pretty large items and customers never buy just one. Typically, customers purchase several balusters along with other components … Read more
Pictured below are several Ekena Millwork Dublin window and door casing on a padded rack. We use these padded rolling racks to transport larger products. By using these racks, the probability of scuffmarks on the products is reduced exponentially. These particular Dublin casings are on their way to be trimmed by one of our warehouse … Read more
There are several different styles to choose from, so why go with a two piece ceiling medallion? Well, we came up with a couple extra reasons via the list below. Check them out! Saves time and money You don’t have to remove the light or fan fixture to install the ceiling medallion, or run the … Read more
Pictured below is the early beginning of the Ekena Millwork octagon gable vent that will ship to a valued customer. This particular gable vent is composed of rough sawn western red cedar wood from the forests of North America. The wood travels quite a distance to arrive in our warehouse in Texas. Our warehouse team … Read more
Factor Fridays continue with these impressive Ekena Millwork Arcadian balusters. As seen in the picture, the balusters are individually assembled for customers who requested that option. The baluster team drills holes in the blocks and uses strong adhesive glue to put together the product. The clamp fixtures uses a good amount of pressure to ensure … Read more
Our warehouse team is incredible. They assemble, cut, drill products all day long while doing quality control over packaging. This week we are going to check out the custom operations behind the custom two-piece ceiling medallions. From a consumer standpoint, assembling the perfect ceiling medallion with the perfect light fixture can be a difficult task. … Read more
Last week, we showed you an inside look at the gigantic gable brackets and how our team constructs them. This time, we are going to take a look at these Ekena Millwork Crawley wrought iron brackets. Architecturally speaking, it is often rare to have a one size fits all kind of product. The industry is … Read more
Each and every product featured on ArchitecturalDepot.com has a unique back-story of how it was manufactured and came to be on our site. Sometimes, these products are for out-of-the-ordinary jobs and require very specific measurements that cannot be found in any local hardware store. At ArchitecturalDepot.com, we are the solution to your problems by allowing … Read more
Check out this week’s new arrivals, including new shelf designs, ceiling medallions, and moulding corners specific to our crown moulding designs. Over 40 new urethane products are now available for you to brainstorm a new project! New Arrivals: https://www.architecturaldepot.com/z-new-products.html
In this week’s new arrivals, we have new Finial styles and sizes! We have added over 50 different Finial products hand-crafted from durable steel or copper using original designs. Whether they are installed on a roof or in a garden, our finials will stand firm through time and weather. Have a look at these few … Read more
This week we have added over 50 new items including crown moulding, panel moulding, and brackets. The featured new arrival of the week is our Legacy Bracket, now with over 10 different sizes. These are great for any shelf installation, and now you can find the perfect fit for your project. Check them out! Remember … Read more
Among this week’s New Arrivals are Urethane Shelves! We’ve added over 30 unique shelf designs, perfect for bathroom, kitchen, or decorative wall applications. As always with our urethane products, these shelves make for a beautiful project with a lightweight and simple installation. Make sure to check them out along with other new arrivals, including new … Read more
We’ve lowered our prices on ceiling medallion finishes by over 50%! When shopping for your next medallion, choose from over 50 different finishes starting as low as $15. Check out some examples! View other ceiling medallions: https://www.architecturaldepot.com/ceiling-medallions.html
Our Vintage Series Weathervanes are laser cut into one piece to minimize welding, and put through a 3-step coating process to ensure a beautiful yet durable finish. Proudly made in the USA, a variety of weathervanes are available to represent your style, hobby, or even your favorite college team! From Collegiate Weathevanes to Wildlife Weathervanes, … Read more
Solar Attic Fans are designed to reduce attic temperatures and remove destructive moisture, making your home more comfortable while reducing the load on your AC system. Powered completely by solar energy, our solar attic fans keep you cool and reduce your energy bill. Furthermore, Solar Attic Fans are eligible for a 30% Federal tax credit … Read more