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Aeratis
A solid, extruded PVC tongue-and-groove porch plank proven to out-perform wood and PVC products. Its durability and traditional design fortifies your porch floor against nature’s damage while standing up to the scrutiny of traditional architects, and historic societies.
4 Product Reports on Period Hardware
Check out these four in-depth reports on hardware for period-inspired and historic restoration and building, including reproduction and antique hardware, period-appropriate hinges, Early-American hardware and more.
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware
We know you have questions on how hardware can bring out the unique character of your historic home. We've asked industry expert and Director of Product Development at Nostalgic Warehouse, Bill Metzger to help with the answers.
Mortise and Tubular Latches/Locks
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What is the difference between mortise and tubular latches/locks?
Functions for Your Door Hardware
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What function do you need for your door hardware?
Importance of Door Handing
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What is handing and why is it important?
Finishes for Your Door Hardware
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - What finish should I choose for my door hardware?
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Determining the Quality of the Door Hardware Set
Ask the Expert - Historic Hardware Q&A - When purchasing new door hardware, how do you determine the quality of the door hardware set?
Finely Wrought: Reproduction Hardware
The call for authenticity drives manufacturers of reproduction Early-American hardware.
Door Handle Styles
A deeper look into the various types of door handle styles and their hardware.
The Short Course on Shutter Hardware
Learn more about classic working shutter hardware, both historic and updated, and the window construction issues they’re designed to address.
A History of Door Hardware
A look at the trends in design and manufacturing in classic door hardware over the centuries.
Historic Door Hardware
What to look for when specifying historically appropriate door hardware for residential design and restoration.