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This page displays several additional resources for products and services, which we hope you’ll find helpful. To request that your site be listed here, please email us at info@hillhousepublishing.com with the name of your web site, the URL address and a brief description of your site, so that we can evaluate its content.

ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

Authentic Historical Designs, LLC
http://www.historicaldesigns.com
A House Plan Firm with a special approach to designing houses. We take authentic exteriors from yesteryear and unite them with practical and up-to-date floor plans. Now you can have the look of an old house—without any of the inconveniences.

Victorian Houses
http://users.rcn.com/scndempr/dave/index.html
A site dedicated to Victorian houses, and reflecting the author's attachment to the Italianate and Second Empire styles.

BUILDING MATERIALS

Cumberland Woodcraft Company, Inc.
http://www.cumberlandwoodcraft.com
Welcome to the premier site for architectural millwork details and decorative trim. From corbels, carvings, decorative brackets, molding, ceiling medallions, wall niches and fireplace surrounds to screen doors, porch trim and gable ornaments, Cumberland Woodcraft has it all.

Vintage Woodworks
http://www.vintagewoodworks.com/index.asp
Solid wood, traditional millwork for sale directly to the public. Hundreds of pages of products, how-to information, usage photos—all organized for easy shopping.

House of Antique Hardware
http://houseofantiquehardware.com
At House of Antique Hardware, there are no short cuts to reproducing the past. We have one of the largest selections of original and authentic reproduction hardware on the web, and sales staff dedicated to matching the most faithful restoration project.

Empire Woodworks
http://www.empirewoodworks.com/index.html
Handcrafted Victorian Gingerbread, Architectural Details, and Furniture. Empire Woodworks prides itself on quality work at affordable prices. It was during Queen Victoria's reign that artisans and craftsman demonstrated their skills in producing Victorian Style Architecture for those desiring more elegant surroundings. Once again, it is with great skill and enthusiasm that we bring to you these Victorian Ornaments to enjoy in these modern times.

Dronette Millworks, LTD.
http://www.unclejohns.com/trim
A full line of ornamental millwork. Unique designs and custom service is our
trademark. Economically priced, produced from clear pine or cypress, sanded
and predrilled for easy installation. Framed, making installation easier,
increasing strength and adding dimension.

CATALOGS

Victorian Trading Company  
http://www.victoriantradingco.com/catalogrequest/ordercatalog.html
The Victorian Trading Co. imports and distributes gift & home products through a direct mail catalog and the Internet.

Sirlampsalot Publications
http://www.sirlampsalot.com/index.htm
Sirlampsalot Publications offers a series of three volumes of Historical Lighting Reprints which help to document the development of kerosene lighting in Victorian America. These volumes illustrate and price over 1800 lamps and are great references for collectors.

Chocolate Saltbox Stenciler  http://www.csstencils.com/stencils/victorian_stencils.htm
Perfect for restoration and renovation of period homes, Victorian stencil designs bring an authenticity to any project. This Victorian Stencils catalog features over 100 Victorian stencil designs to choose from that we located from researching over 50 stencil companies and over 20,000 stencil designs.

DIRECTORIES

Preservation Directory.com
http://www.preservationdirectory.com
This is the online resource for historic preservation, building restoration and cultural resource management in the United States & Canada, listing preservation events and conferences, blog topics, preservation organizations and resources, museums and historic structures, historic real estate, preservation business, products and services, historic lodgings, inns, B&Bs, hotels, historic tours, historic preservation general resources, historic galleries, and a preservation bookstore.

FIREPLACES

Victorian Fireplace Shop
http://www.gascoals.net
America's largest selection of small English and Victorian fireplaces, electric fireplaces, distinctive mantels and unique fireplace accessories.

Cast Iron Fire.com
http://www.castironfires.com
At CastIronFires.Com we are specialists in supplying the highest quality reproduction Victorian, Edwardian, Art Nouveau, English Arts & Crafts and other period cast iron fireplaces at the lowest possible prices.

Period Fireplaces
http://www.warwickreclamation.co.uk
Warwick Reclamation specializes in architectural antiques, reclaimed building materials and period cast iron fireplaces.

GENERAL RESOURCES

OldHouses.com
http://www.oldhouses.com
OldHouses.com is designed for anyone who loves old houses. Here you will find historic homes for sale or rent, an old house archive, and resources including suppliers and services, preservation organizations, informative publications, an old house style guide, desktop wallpaper and historic house museums.

MAGAZINES

Old House Journal
http://www.oldhousejournal.com
This magazine is a cornucopia of information and resources with first-rate articles on anything and everything related to the care and restoration of old houses.

Victoriana.com
http://www.victoriana.com
Victoriana.Com, The Victorian Era Online, is a greatly illustrated web site with an extensive collection of articles and period resources for the Victorian enthusiast covering a wide range of topics from a British Queen’s wardrobe to Victorian corsets, from funeral customs to Victorian calling-card etiquette, from historical architecture to Victorian gardens.

ORGANIZATIONS

National Trust for Historic Preservation
http://www.nationaltrust.org
The National Trust champions preservation by providing leadership, education, advocacy and resources to people working to preserve, improve and enjoy the places that matter to them.

Old House Network
http://www.oldhousenetwork.org
The Old House Network is a nonprofit educational gathering of old house lovers. We teach people how to care for houses built before 1950 by hosting workshops and seminars. If you love the history, beauty and personalities of old houses, you belong here.

PreserveNet
http://www.preservenet.cornell.edu
PreserveNet is designed to provide preservationists with a comprehensive database of regularly updated internet resources and current professional opportunities.

The Victorian Society in America
http://www.victoriansociety.org
The Victorian Society in America is a non-profit organization dedicated to the appreciation, education and preservation of this country’s extraordinary nineteenth century heritage, and has long been the leading organization for Victorian interest since its inception in 1966.

Victorian Preservation Association
http://www.vpa.org
Find information about the Victorian Preservation Association and its members, their restoration project, the Andrew P. Hill House, local and national resources for restoring old houses, an index to historic house museums, and popular links to other Victorian and old house sites on the web.

RESTORATION AND RENOVATION

World of Old Houses
http://www.oldhouses.com.au/default.html
Information, advice and assistance for anyone with an old house.

The Old House Web
http://www.oldhouseweb.com
The web's leading destination for the remodeling and restoration of your fine House!

SALVAGE

Architectural Salvage Warehouse
http://www.architecturalsalvagevt.com/Default.aspx
Architectural Salvage Warehouse has been searching throughout New England since 1991 to bring you the finest salvaged and antique building materials. Our 9500 square foot warehouse is full of fireplace mantels, stained and beveled glass windows, hardware, lighting, columns and pillars, marble and pedestal sinks, claw foot tubs, stripped doors, windows, furniture and unique artifacts.

Architectural Salvage, Inc.
http://www.oldhousesalvage.com
Architectural Salvage, Inc. specializes in all details from complete doorways, molding and the smallest pieces of hardware. Call for assistance in bringing your project together.

Recycling the Past
http://www.recyclingthepast.com/About_RTP.asp
Here you will find an eclectic variety of treasures such as: Architectural antiques, mantles, stained glass windows, lighting fixtures (both interior and exterior), iron gates, and fencing. We have many garden implements such as furniture, urns, statuary, and fountains. Additionally, we carry a large selection of newel posts, gingerbread, molding, Victorian pieces, porches, and doors, doors, and more doors!

VICTORIAN SOCIETY

Victorian Station
http://www.victorianstation.com
We offer you a wealth of information with regard to the Victorian era including features such as architecture, Victorian home decorating ideas, life styles, arts and literature and royalty. Our national database of associations and organizations can be of significant help.

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