Antique Armoires - They Just Don"t Make Them Like That Anymore!
The style and storage that a good armoire can bring to a room is endless, and the best ones are from yesteryear and not necessarily manufactured today.
The Classic Armoire that you see in a lot of older, refined, homes is made of solid materials.
Many newer models are made of composite materials and lack that hand made craftsmanship.
There are several different things that you will notice when looking at antiques.
When looking at an Antique Armoire notice the hinges, and notice the wood.
The wood is traditionally solid hard wood, and can be noted by the weight of the armoire.
Many newer versions are lighter and are not made as well as the classical styles and it shows from the details on the outside to the craftsmanship of the interior and the metal of the hinges.
There is a visual and traditional aesthetic found with a Classic Antique Armoire that is very hard to match, and for most, impossible to duplicate.
An armoire can offer a great deal of storage options and antiques are no different.
You can find room for your clothing, jewelry and even modern electronics.
Some antiques models have secret compartments, when you can hide valuables.
Always make sure that you have enough room for your armoire.
Measure the area that will house your new piece of furniture to make sure it will fit prior to buying.
With these tips you should have an excellent idea of what to look for with your classic antique armoire.