| ...crete slab
accepts the stain in varying degrees of intensity creating stunning, multi-hued
color variations and an uneven surface that looks perfectly aged.
whether working with a neo-classic, southwestern, eclectic, or strictly traditional
decor, kemiko adapts to enhance any setting. the kemiko process surpasses all
others in terms of permanence and durability. it will not chip, fade,... |
| ...it all started back in 1966, a small cabinetry shop located in southwestern minnesota with a vision, not only, to provide a versatile cabinetry offering but to ensure quality construction, exceptional service and a affordable price. today, with three geographically located manufacturing facilities, multiple service centers and over 1,500 dedicated employees our vision remains unchanged. we continu... |
| ... day in many parts of the world. in medieval times, almost all peasant housing had earthen floors, usually of hardpacked dirt topped off with a thin layer of straw for warmth and comfort. soil in the southwestern parts of the us contain nearly a perfectly mixed ratio of adobe.
in china, most cottages and smaller houses also had earthen floors, made of rammed earth and sealed with raw linseed.
ea... |
| ...navajo rugs are rising in popularity because of the trend in southwestern decors. the originals were made on the reservations with traditional navajo designs. a good book on american indian arts and crafts should teach you all you need to know about recognizing these rugs for their collector's value. there are many deceptive imitations on the market, so be careful.
the weaving of navajo rugs is a... |
| ...southwestern rugs are a traditional style of rug that has been produced by native americans for more than three hundred years. these days, southwest rugs are made all over the world but many indigenous families continue to produce these rugs in the traditional way.
when southwestern rug makers began their art, all weavers would have created the textiles by hand. today this method continues to be ... |
| ...ill display the same general weaving skill.
what are the advantages of flat weave rugs?
flat weave rugs include wide ranges of style. usually when we think of flat weave rugs, we think of either southwestern style rugs with native american tribal patterns, or fringed rugs with a middle eastern flavor. but more and more rug designers are creating flat weave rugs with a modern flair. there’s no... |
| ...how to get southwestern styl... |
| ...a19 offers a variety of styles of wall sconces, pendants, and corner sconces with finishes to suit every type of decor, including modern, classic, southwestern, rustic and craftsman, among others. whatever your mood, whatever your décor, we can create exceptional ceramic lighting fixtures to meet your needs.
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| ...The term is often used interchangeably with gabbeh, to describe a primitive-looking or Southwestern-looking rug. This look is very popular this year and is available at all price points... |