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Five Key Differences: What Makes a Door High-End?

Five Key Differences: What Makes a Door High-End?

You know it when you feel it. A solid, high-quality door is a tactile experience for your fingers. The weight of the wood, the texture of its grain, the craftsmanship carved into the surface, and the sensation of superior hardware all combine to create functional...

The 8 Most Desirable Woods for Interior Doors

The 8 Most Desirable Woods for Interior Doors

Interior doors don’t often get the customization treatment, or even the attention, that exterior doors do, but this can be a mistake. The style and atmosphere of an interior are always enhanced by a well-considered door carefully crafted with quality materials. But...

6 Practical & Stylish Benefits of Barn Doors

6 Practical & Stylish Benefits of Barn Doors

The trend of bringing rustic and industrial elements into modern living spaces has included unique items not considered “normal” until just a few years ago—take Edison bulbs and shiplap, for example. This industrial chic movement has inarguable aesthetic appeal for...

Why Choose Custom Doors for Your Business?

Why Choose Custom Doors for Your Business?

Today, making your business stand out to your target audience typically requires an active social media and online presence. You might also run print advertising, make point-of-sale materials, or produce short-form video — or market in all of these ways. However, your...

What Kind of Maintenance Does a Custom Door Require?

What Kind of Maintenance Does a Custom Door Require?

A beautiful custom wood door on your home, barn, stable, or outbuilding welcomes all who enter with stunning craftsmanship and detail. To preserve it for generations to come, only a few simple checks and actions are required. Regular Cleaning: This is the easiest, but...

Exploring Interior Door Styles: Form & Function

Exploring Interior Door Styles: Form & Function

Your home's interior doors can serve as more than just functional entryways; they can become an integral part of your home’s interior design, adding character, style, and elevated craftsmanship to each room. Let’s look at some key components to consider when selecting...

Dutch Doors: 10 Reasons to Choose This Popular Door Style

Dutch Doors: 10 Reasons to Choose This Popular Door Style

With highly functional features and a uniquely charming aesthetic, the Dutch door has seen a resurgence in popularity. But some might be asking, what is a Dutch door? And what makes it a good choice over other door styles? Vintage Millwork & Restoration has the...

The Star Barn: Restoring a Pennsylvania Landmark

The Star Barn: Restoring a Pennsylvania Landmark

One of the most iconic historic locations in Lancaster County, PA, is the Star Barn, originally owned by Colonel John Motter. It was built in 1877 by John Z. Grove and Son as part of Motter’s working horse farm, located in Middletown. For decades, it was a memorable...

9 Questions about How We Ship Our Doors

9 Questions about How We Ship Our Doors

We love visiting our customers’ sites to discuss and deliver our products, but did you know our custom doors and hardware are also available for shipping? We pride ourselves on making high-quality, expertly designed doors and other millwork products to match your...