Here's my top ten Victorian house interiors to visit! One of my favourite pastimes is to visit museums and stately homes and I’m an avid National Trust member. Many of the places I’ve visited have been truly inspiring and have given me a real insight into the Victorian and Edwardian home. This ranges from a... Continue Reading →
Restoring an iron fireplace – to strip or to paint?
Restoring an iron fireplace can be a joy. However, there's the dilemma of whether to freshen the fireplace up or strip and black lead it if it's painted. What is black lead I hear you ask? It’s basically a black liquid stove polish that protects the iron against rust and gives the fireplace an even... Continue Reading →