Stylish and Creative Curtain Tieback Ideas!
The old fashioned way to tie curtains with the same color strips of matching fabric is gone and new styles have emerged to keep your window treatments eye appealing and stylish! The latest fashion of curtain tie-backs includes many types and styles which not only allow air flow or light to come in through a […]
5 Kitchen Countertop Materials that are Spicing up Kitchen Designs!
When you think designer countertops, marble and granite are probably the first materials that pop in your mind, but recently nontraditional materials have emerged as wonderful surfaces for kitchen counters. A few weeks ago we had posted a blog that covered a variety of these materials and today we will bring you part two in […]
Square Drapery Medallions-Dare to be Different
When you think drapery medallions, round, simple medallions are probably the first (and only) style medallion or rosette you can think of. That is probably because it’s almost the only type of drapery medallion, curtain rosette or window treatment holdback that is commonly available on the market. Metropolis Iron is daring you to think differently […]
Address Plaques Make Unique Holiday Gifts!
The holiday season is right around the corner and I don’t know about you, but I’ve already started planning some of my holiday gift ideas and have even gotten a bit of shopping done. Some people are just really difficult to shop for though! You know those people! The ones that have everything, the ones […]
Drapery Medallions Aren’t Just 3” Round – Seek Variety
When many designers think about drapery medallions, a round design around 3-4” pops in their minds. We classify this size medallion as a “Medium Drapery Medallion”. Did you know that mixing up the shape and size of your medallion can make for some fabulous window treatment designs? Your first obstacle is that most suppliers of […]
Creative Ways to Display Stationary Drapery Panels
One of the complaints that we often hear from professional Interior Designers is about the difficulty they have finding stylish drapery rods for stationary drapery panel designs. Using drapery medallions to hang stationary drapery panels is the most common solution to this issue. However, we wanted to provide other solutions for interior designers, drapery workrooms […]
Curtain Treatments for Multiple Windows
Do you have one really long window, or a group of windows side by side, such as sliding or French doors? Wide windows can keep a room bright and showcase a gorgeous view, but they can also make you feel overwhelmed when you think about window treatments for them. Here are important considerations to note […]
Creative Uses for Metal Corbels
Corbels can be functional elements for the support of wall cabinets, cooktops, counter tops, range hoods and other kitchen features while providing an eye appealing feel to your kitchen area. Sometimes designers are intimidated by large corbels and tend to undersize them. A larger corbel will bring attention to an island. In the kitchen, a […]
Drapery Hardware for Outdoor Living Areas
Outdoor living spaces add an elegant and luxurious area to your home. Patios, lanais, porches and gazebos offer relaxing areas to unwind and entertain. Outdoor curtains displayed with outdoor drapery rods or outdoor drapery medallions will make your lanai or porch more inviting to relax in as they provide added privacy and tranquility. They are […]
3 Areas to Incorporate Custom Address Plaques into Your Property!
Having your address numbers clearly marking your property is mandatory by local and city municipalities. There are 3 main places homeowners can place an address marker: On Your Home On Your Lawn On Your Mailbox On Your Home: A home number plaque is the most decorative way to display your address. The key […]