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chicago-niles hardware

08.30.10

the chicago-based manufacturer of this hardware was niles hardware. this was often used on pre-turn of the century, post-chicago fire homes. as this was prior to the days of ups/fedex, hardware was much more regional in its use.
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chicago manufactured hardware

08.30.10

this hardware is typical of original and replacement hardware that you would find on pre-turn of the century chicago homes. this hardware may or may not be used as part of a current restoration that we are working on.
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brass candlesticks | polish lacquer | restore

08.27.10

We restored these great candlesticks by giving them a new polished brass finish and a coating of clear lacquer.  The large pair stand over 3 feet tall!
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architectural hardware | custom finishing | traditional design

08.23.10

These pieces are from our very own wilmette hardware line of fine architectural hardware.  If you cannot make it into our showroom to actually touch and feel this amazing hardware, please visit our website at www.wilmettehardware.com.
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