Introduction Faux wood beams are a fantastic product due to their lightweight nature, easy installation, and resistance to warping, rotting, or cracking. However, staining faux wood beams can be quite challenging. Whether you are trying to match your hardwood floors, your home’s décor, or simply aiming for a specific finish, the process can be daunting….
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Introduction Transforming your space with faux wood beams can add a touch of rustic elegance and architectural interest. Whether you’re a suburban homeowner looking to enhance your living space with ceiling beams, an architect seeking design inspiration, or a contractor ready to offer clients something special, this guide will walk you through the process. Embrace…
Architectural Depot is proud to introduce our new Fretwork Collection, a sophisticated blend of classical inspiration and modern design. This collection features unique decorative pierced designs reminiscent of classic metal-working, reimagined in wood, PVC, and acrylic to enhance contemporary spaces. All of our fretwork products are lightweight and easy to install using simple construction adhesive,…
So you’re finally doing it. You’re finally installing crown moulding in your home. The kitchen/bedroom/living room of your dreams is right around the corner. … Corner… … Oh noooooooooooo… You’re gonna have to cut the corners for the crown moulding… You can’t cut crown moulding corners… What!? Yes, you can! You are a strong, intelligent…
Is crown moulding outdated? Out of style? If you’ve wondered this, you’re not alone. Crown moulding is such a classic, historic design element, it’s not unreasonable to wonder if it has any place in the modern day. The truth is more nuanced than a simple yes-or-no, however. Crown Moulding is a timeless architectural element, dating…
Architectural Depot is proud to unveil our new Premium Hardwood Moulding Collection. From the smooth texture of the grain to the rich scent of real Hard Wood nothing rivals the elegance and sophistication of this Luxury Wood Moulding Collection Only the Highest Quality This exquisite, stain grade hardwood moulding is crafted from only FAS and…
It’s no secret that uncertainty around the economy is still looming large with a lot of homeowners. While there is still a healthy appetite to improve their homes, homeowners are understandably looking for affordable projects with big impacts. That’s why we are excited to share this list of the top 5 home improvement projects that…
Home improvement projects can be a great way to add value, functionality, and style to your home. Whether you are looking to update a single room or undertake a larger renovation, there are plenty of options to choose from to suit your needs and budget. One popular home improvement project is kitchen remodeling. A kitchen…
In the picture above, how many different categories of millwork products do you think there is? The answer…12! The categories include: Shutters Columns Windows Doors Balustrade & Railing Corbels Rafter Tails Braces Brackets Gable Vents Siding Moulding & Trim In other words, Millwork plays a big role in homes like yours and your neighbors home,…
When it comes to creating the perfect wall, it’s all about what perfect means to you. Whether you’re looking to do an accent wall, or elevate all of the walls in a room, the panel molding system from Ekena Millwork is the perfect solution. Although it may look complicated and expensive to achieve the look…
Home renovations come with many decisions to be made. You’re redoing the look of your home, which is a big deal. Adding a touch of new paint can truly breathe new air into the environment. Sometimes, however, you want to go beyond paint by adding an eye-catching centerpiece with increased texture. Crown moulding is often…
Create a stunning visual effect for walls and ceilings using our PVC 3D Wall Panels. Use them to make a unique headboard or even finish doors and furniture pieces with these ultra-versatile panels. They come in a two different sizes and over 100 unique and beautiful designs so project ideas are only limited by your…
You will love these carefully designed corbels made to reflect aged, antique and rustic beauty. They are constructed of quality hardwood, made to last. Use them to make charming shelves, decorate corners of entry ways, bookends, décor and more. Each bracket comes with pre-drilled hanging slots for quick and easy installation
No two homes are the same. That’s why our Contemporary Ceiling Medallions are such an amazing addition to your lighting fixtures. Ceiling Medallions provide style and function by adding charm to your ceiling while also covering up installation holes and imperfections. Our Contemporary Ceiling Medallions come in 20+ designs in sizes from 10″ to 40″…
Rustic Timber is used to create a large selection of different products for both the interior and exterior of your home. Rustic timber is made from real hard wood, mostly red cedar and douglas fir, and they are a great fit for the harsh outside conditions. We offer rustic timber options for the following product…
Use Faux Wood Beams as a lighting fixture accent.
Jeremy from Brooklyn, New York shared with us his Ekena Millwork Strasbourg two-piece ceiling medallion. The Strasbourg two-piece ceiling medallion used in this project pairs elegantly with this classic styled glass chandelier. Our ceiling medallions are lightweight and easy to install, yet durably constructed of high quality urethane. They are fully primed and ready for…
Mike from North Carolina has shared this awesome shot of their new accent wall in this cozy beach house! This look was completed using the versatile Timeline Skinnies Wood Panels provided by us at Architectural Depot. These stylish wood panels are lightweight and easy to install, making it the perfect choice for your next home…
Looking for great ideas to give your home some personality that represents who you are? A great, inexpensive way to do this is to simply accent your furniture and cabinetry with decorative onlays. Owner of Second Chance Art & Acessories, Amy Manny, from Minooka, Illinois recently custom built a beautiful hutch for one of her…
Open shelving is another up and coming trend for kitchen remodels. It provides a easier access to everyday items or a place to display the non-everyday items. Either way, open shelving is a plus for a newly remodeled kitchen. Judy from South Amboy, New Jersey recently remodeled her kitchen. Like many other home owners, she…
The chic rustic styling of wood products in the home is a trend that we cannot stay away from here at Architectural Depot. We have had several customer product pictures that capture the rustic style, but this blog post is for one project that caught our eye. Mark from lovely Brookings, South Dakota purchased several…
Bonnie shared with us her lovely bathroom lighting project. This lifestyle blogger has exquisite taste; just take a look at her social media accounts! With more than twenty thousand followers, her opinion is taken with high esteem. So, when she shared her project with us, we knew we had to share it with you! She…
A recent Architectural Depot customer finished their remodel and sent us the results! They use the Ekena Millwork Diane traditional ironcrest bracket. The ironcrest brackets went really well with the rest of their breakfast nook setup because of the western red cedar and iron bracket combo matching the chairs. Our Rustic Collection is an instant…
When updating your home with beautiful ceiling elements, don’t limit yourself to just one! Ceiling rings make your project stand out and are the perfect addition to a ceiling medallion. Kevin from Illinois found the perfect match for his room remodel. He used the Ekena Millwork Caputo series ceiling ring and medallion for the project….