Metropolis Iron- Largest Drapery Medallion Supplier!

As Metropolis Iron has grown over the years, our product line has grown and changed, making us the largest, most comprehensive supplier of custom iron drapery hardware and medallions in the US. We’ve put hours of research into our competitors, their products, and how our products and selection compare. Our online showroom is by far […]

Product Feature- The Las Palmas Address Plaque!

The Las Palmas address plaque from Metropolis Iron brings a tropical feel to any yard while making your home recognizable to delivery drivers, guests, and emergency workers. Featuring 5” tall numbers flanked by beautiful palm trees, the Las Palmas address plaque is designed of durable aluminum. Metropolis Iron uses aluminum to create our entire line […]

All About Cornice Boards

Cornice boards can come with or without medallions, but adding medallions bring a unique look to your cornice board that can help tie together the overall look of your room. The cornice board medallions created by Metropolis Iron are specially forged to be able to be installed on the front of your cornice boards. By […]

Recycled Countertops 101

Some of the advantages of recycled countertops include: • Mold & Mildew Resistant because of low porosity • Scratch Resistant (not scratch proof) — only quartz performs better • Stain Resistant • Heat & Scorch Resistant • Maintenance Free — only warm water and mild detergent needed for cleaning. The surface is non-porous, so no […]

Wrought Iron a Timeless Home Decor Material

Home designing with wrought iron is brings strength, beauty, and timelessness to any home décor situation.  The plethora of interior design items with wrought iron includes amazing styles and designs to bring sophistication to your rooms, walls and outdoors. Obtainable in various shapes, dimensions, styles and designs wrought iron is commonly used in home décor […]

Black for Window Treatments?

Black window treatments can be used to create a modern look by matching them with monochromatic furnishings and décor. Keep in mind that you don’t need to have ultra-modern furnishings to pull off a black window treatment. The design works well in any room, especially rooms with a colorful decorating scheme, as it can bring […]

Polka Dots are a Spot on Design Trend

Polka dots are back in trend and are popping up as design aspects in all rooms of the home.  Polka dots are being used in wall papers, fabrics, and even accessories like these great polka dot drapery medallions from Metropolis Iron.  They are a smooth, button like drapery medallion that range in diameter from 2”-5” and fit into […]

2013 Window Treatment Trends

Throughout 2012, we’ve seen some great home design trends emerge, especially trendy window treatment designs.  One major trend that we’ve noticed in 2012 is “less is more.”  This trend is especially seen in the window treatment industry.  Gone are the days are multilayered, heavy drapes, hung from traditional rods.  2012 saw an explosion of sheers […]

Medallions for Huge Windows

Drapery medallions work wonderfully for all types of large window treatments. For example, for large 2 and 3 story windows that we often see used in great rooms, an extra-large drapery medallion has not only the size to be seen, but the strength to hold longer, heavier drapes. In instances where a window takes up […]

We LOVE custom orders!

I recently received a call from an interior designer out in Colorado. She was quite panicked after an afternoon of searching the web for corbels for her clients new “oddly” sized kitchen island countertop. With the countertop being made from granite, not using any type would do, it needed to be strong. She had spent […]