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Charleston Hardware Co.
- Sep 25, 2020
- 1 min
The History Behind The Hardware: Beaded Pattern
Our Beaded Pattern is an antique reproduction of the 1900 Edgemont design, originally made by Reading Hardware Co. of Reading, NY. We...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Sep 17, 2020
- 1 min
Door Hardware 101: What handed door do you have?
When ordering door hardware, it’s imperative that you know which side of the door the lock is on. The swing of the door, which is...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Sep 10, 2020
- 1 min
The History Behind the Hardware: Our Neoclassical Style French Pattern
All of our hardware patterns hold a rich history beyond the surface of their detailed designs. Most of these patterns have been...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Aug 28, 2020
- 1 min
4 Door Knockers For Every Home
Every family and home has their own unique sense of style. At Charleston Hardware Company, we have door hardware that matches any...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Aug 21, 2020
- 1 min
Project Feature: The Aiken-Rhett House
Located at 48 Elizabeth Street in downtown Charleston, the Aiken-Rhett house stands as one of the most well-preserved examples of an...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Aug 14, 2020
- 0 min
Should I keep my Antique Hardware?
It's usually a good idea to keep existing antique hardware. Read why:
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Jul 30, 2020
- 1 min
Who We Are: Charleston Hardware Co.
Our Story: For 20 years, The Charleston Hardware Company has specialized in curating and reproducing antique hardware from the Colonial,...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Apr 19, 2019
- 1 min
Historic St. Augustine Lighthouse
This is the 1876 Lighthouse Keeper's House. It is currently being restored. We are custom making window hardware. We are remaking the...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Mar 15, 2019
- 2 min
Pressed Glass Doorknobs
Consider the glass doorknob. It has a clear surface that catches and reflects light. It adorns interior and exterior doors. It is both...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Mar 15, 2019
- 2 min
Don't miss out on the impact hinges make!
It’s in the Details! Hinges represent about ½ of the total hardware on a door and are seen when the door is open and closed. In the...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Mar 15, 2019
- 1 min
One of Savannah's finest mansions
This 100 year old, 25,000 square foot Italianate home was featured in the movie "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil". It was owned...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Sep 26, 2018
- 2 min
On Buying Glass Doorknobs
Glass doorknobs were first manufactured in the 1860’s in the Boston area. Probably by the Boston and Sandwich glass company. They...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Jul 24, 2018
- 1 min
A Few Tips for Using Decorative or Antique Hardware on Your New Doors
We get this question a lot: “How do I use antique hardware on my new doors?” Remove existing hardware. Note the door borings (cuts) for...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Jun 20, 2018
- 2 min
Door knobs: Don’t neglect these when planning your new old home
The lowly doorknob. No one ever thinks about them. Ask almost anyone what kind of doorknobs they have and most won’t be able to tell...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- May 30, 2018
- 2 min
Why not restore your door hardware rather than replace it?
If you have the original antique hardware, consider having it restored rather than replaced. There are several benefits that come...
Charleston Hardware Co.
- Mar 21, 2018
- 2 min
The Nathaniel Russell House
Working on historic homes and discovering their architectural and period design secrets is one of the most exciting things we do, and...
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