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History Lesson: Mortise and Tenon Joints

Written by Michele on October 24, 2011 — Leave a Comment

A mortise and tenon joint is a strong, uncomplicated method of joining two pieces of wood, usually at right angles. It has been used for thousands of years in architecture and the construction of anything from boats to furniture. The method is based on fitting a narrow end of one piece of wood (the tenon) [...]

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History Lesson: Tapestries

Written by Michele on February 21, 2011 — Leave a Comment

The use of tapestries in the home dates back hundreds of years. They were seen as status symbols in the Middle Ages, and French weavers are responsible for many of the best known works of the time. Not purely decorative, tapestries were used as insulation on walls, coverings for doorways, and they provided privacy around [...]