Incorporating Vintage Furniture into Your Home

July 5, 2015 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

Make a Stylish Addition with a Buffet Table Buffet tables are most often used in the dining room and can offer functionality as well as design. You may sometimes hear them referred to as “sideboards” or in true British style, “dumb waiters”! While they are most useful in the dining area, these cabinets can be used in multiple areas of the house and come in a variety of styles and materials. Find the perfect buffet table at Carrocel or opt for our custom-designed furniture to create a classy and unique look. How to Choose a Buffet Table Stylish Custom Sideboards and Vintage Buffet Tables at Carrocel In order to select a piece of custom-designed furniture, you must consider a few ...

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Tips to Help You Differentiate Between Superior Quality and Inferior Antique Furniture

April 5, 2015 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

While age does matter, not all antique furniture is created equally. While some pieces are extraordinary and come from exceptional craftsmanship, others are a poor attempt at restoration. As a buyer, you need to know what differentiates superior from inferior quality.  Doing so will not only help you purchase a piece that will last, but ensure you are not overpaying for a poor piece of vintage furniture. What to Look for When Buying Antique Furniture When looking at antique furniture, there are five factors you will need to consider: rarity, aesthetic appeal, desirability, authenticity and the craftsmanship. Rarity - Not all antique furniture items are rare. If, however, the item is something that cannot be easily found in your city ...

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Your Guide To Buying Fine Furniture In Toronto

November 20, 2014 BY Carrocel Interiors | 3 Comments on Your Guide To Buying Fine Furniture In Toronto

Quality wooden furniture provides an enduring value and natural beauty to your home that is treasured for generations. If you’re in the market for fine furniture in Toronto and want to get the best value for your money, it helps to be able to judge furniture for quality. The good news is, you don’t need to be an expert to do so! You can buy your wood furnishings with confidence when you follow these simple tips. Look for quality wood: Furniture manufacturers use different wood varieties such as hardwood, softwood or engineered. Generally speaking, more expensive furniture is made of fine hardwood that is scratch and dent resistant. You could also consider high quality engineered wood that provides strength and resistance ...

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Your Guide To Buying Bargain Antique Dining Room Tables

April 29, 2014 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

Antique dining tables make a stunning impression. They provide a stylish backdrop for your dinner parties and family gatherings while gracing your home with old-world charm. Finding the right piece for your dining room however, takes time and effort. Authentic antique furniture can also call for a substantial investment. That does not mean you cannot own an antique. A good way to save on cost is to buy a bargain antique table and have it professionally restored to its original glory. Here is Carrocel’s guide to buying bargain antiques: Do your homework on the different antique styles e.g. Jacobean, Georgian, Early American, art deco, art moderne, etc. (Read more about How To Identify Antique Styles) and also get an idea ...

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Factors To Consider Before Investing In Antique Lighting And Mirrors

February 18, 2014 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

Considering investing in antique lighting or mirrors? While antiques can fetch you rewarding returns, a lot depends on the quality, public taste and market conditions. Experts also caution against putting more than 10 to 15 percent of the value of your investment portfolio into art and antiques. The most rewarding returns, however, come from enjoying the beautiful items that lend grace and style to your home. That they may fetch you top dollar in the years to come is an added incentive to own antique mirrors and/or lighting. It also helps that antiques and collectibles have become increasingly popular in the past few years. Here Are Some Valuable Tips on Buying and Selling Antique Furniture: Research Reduces Risk: This means ...

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Critical Must Know Aspects Of Interior Design

May 28, 2013 BY Carrocel Interiors | 1 Comment on Critical Must Know Aspects Of Interior Design

5 Critical Aspects You Must Know Interior design or decoration is a highly complex and sophisticated process. It goes beyond picking colours and materials and combining them in ways to suit your stylistic preferences. Here are that 5 critical aspects of interior design to consider when decorating any space: Balance - This focuses on the manner in which a room’s space is distributed. Too much or too little décor can make it appear off-balance. Interior decoration experts typically choose radial, symmetrical, or asymmetrical balance when designing the space. Traditional designs tend to use symmetrical balance. Modern style tends to veer towards the asymmetrical. Radial balance is generally used when the focal point is the center of the room. Emphasis - ...

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Identifying Quality Wood Furniture

April 15, 2013 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

How To Find And Identify Quality Wood Furniture In Toronto The furniture that you buy for your home creates the ambience and statement of style you want. It plays a big role in our everyday life, providing comfort, convenience and style; and offers a unique way to express yourself in making a house your home. Having good quality wood furniture is a key element in creating a home you will love. However, finding and identifying quality wood can be challenging. For every budget and style, there is a way to ensure that the fine furniture you buy is made to last: What Type Of Wood Do You Like? The type of wood you choose can affect the longevity, aesthetics, value ...

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Are You Getting What You Pay For?

January 19, 2012 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

I came across this video of an episode of Good Morning American (d. 2006) that was quite fascinating although unfortunately, not surprising. They did some research into what some of the furniture in today's market is made from and how the labels/manufacturer tags can be misleading to the consumer. While this doesn't typically apply to higher end/antique furniture, it was still interesting and worth a quick watch. If you have any questions about any pieces you are interested in buying, we would be more than happy to lend you our expertise to make sure you're making a smart buy. Furniture Buying Tips and Secrets - G.M.A ...

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New Shipments!

September 29, 2011 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

Over the last week or two, we've been receiving beautiful pieces of buffet, tables, and dressers from France and America. We are expecting more pieces this week. We are tirelessly working to upload each and every piece to the site but it does take some time. Here's a sneak peek at some of the gems: ...

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What To Look Out For When Purchasing Antique Dining Chairs

March 30, 2011 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

As a continuation of our last Carrocel post, this entry is to do with buying dining chairs. Apart from style and aesthetics, the most important thing to consider when buying a chair is its construction. Above all, a quality dining chair should be a solid hardwood, like maple or beech wood. There can be no exceptions to this if you are looking to buy and paying good money for antique dining chairs. I specifically aim to drive this particular point home because of the influx of so many poorly made chairs made in Asia that look stylish and solid but are made from MDF or a very soft lumber like gum wood. They can be purchased at a quarter or so of the price ...

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What To Look Out for When Purchasing Antique Dining Tables & Case Pieces

January 31, 2011 BY Carrocel Interiors | Leave a response

When purchasing fine furniture for your home, it's important to know what you're getting and that what you are paying for is worth the money. Today's furniture market is littered with misrepresentation, ambiguous terminology, and even deceit in some cases. Given these unfortunate facts, understanding what to look out for when purchasing furniture is more relevant than ever before. You want to feel confident with your purchase and happy that you have a new piece of furniture without any regret or buyer's remorse. So, I've come up with a few pointers to keep in mind to help guide you in your search for quality furniture. Construction The construction of a piece is the most important thing to inspect. Ideally, the piece should be made from ...

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