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Author: Barbara Tobiasz | Total views: 7 Comments: 0
Word Count: 574 Date: Fri, 21 Nov 2008 1:06 AM

Wall Mounted Curio Cabinet - A Display of Treasured Art

Wall mounted curio cabinets can display and show off your valuables, collectibles and treasures. They are a wonderful solution if you do not have a lot of space or if you have a smaller collection. Not enough to fill a large cabinet. This piece of furniture could be the perfect choice for your needs.

The term curio is used to describe knick knacks and collectibles. A wall mounted curio cabinet provides a way to display our precious keepsakes. Curio cabinets have been around for many years and are themselves collectible as antique furniture pieces.

Curios come in a variety of styles and types so you are certain to find one that compliments the overall design and decor of your room. They can be both plain and fancy. They are not always rectangular boxes they can have curves, arches and flat backs.

Wall mounted curio cabinets create a focal point for any room while gracefully displaying your valuable collection. This piece will draw the attention of your guests just like any other fine piece of treasured art. You will experience pride and joy that comes with ownership of such a beautifully elegance piece of furniture. They are usually less expensive then a full size cabinet, so if price is an issue it again comes to your rescue.

Many curio cabinets have designs ranging from the renaissance period to contemporary designs. It is important to look for quality features such as; side columns, pediment, base, hardware, number of shelves and if the shelves are adjustable.

Wall mounted curios are made from various veneers and hardwoods. They are available in so many finishes you are certain to find one that will match the rest of your furniture. To name a few they come in: Golden oak, aged oak, dark walnut, honey maple, white wash, white oak, black and cherry.

Special features like interior lighting can definitely help show off your collection. Side windows, mirrored back panels, clocks and two way sliding doors are additional options many consumers choose.

To help give you an idea of what items are most displayed in these small cabinets, you can place shot glasses, spoons, ceramics, porcelain, bells, photographs, memorabilia and items that share a common theme.

For mounting just fasten to the wall by a bracket strip which screws to the wall then the wall curio slips over the top of this bracket securing to the wall.

You should avoid placing overly heavy items on the shelves this could compromise its strength and sturdiness on the wall. There is no special maintenance other then keeping it clean by dusting regularly and if applicable clean the glass. You should try to mount the curio cabinet out of direct sunlight and free from debris. If you do this one step you will find that your cabinet will last you for many years.

Through your own search you will find two top names of manufactures they are Howard Miller and Pulaski. If you wind up purchasing one of these curios you can rest assured you made a wonderful selection since they are both known for their quality.

Finding a hanging wall curio cabinet will not be a difficult task. There are numerous venders and websites available to you. For great style and intriguing elegance you just have to start looking.

About the Author

Barbara Tobiasz is an expert in interior/exterior decorating. Along with her husband Joe, they own and operate Wall-Decor-Concepts.com. For more information on Wall Mounted Curio Cabinets, go to: http://www.Wall-Decor-Concepts.com




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