Compare cardboard, plastic, metal, and wood containers by durability, weight, and intended use. Modern options favor stackability, recycled plastics, and designs suited to moving, workshop, or long-term storage.
An updated guide to floor registers: what they do, common materials and styles (metal, brass, wood), sizing and installation tips, maintenance and buying advice.
A three-drawer file cabinet offers compact vertical storage for documents and supplies, with options in steel, wood, and laminate, plus modern security and environmental features.
A modern guide to picture framing: why frames matter, common materials (wood, metal, gilding, composites), conservation best practices, and choosing a frame that suits the art and the space.
Heater vents (registers, grilles, diffusers) cover duct openings in floors, walls, and ceilings. Registers have dampers to control airflow; grilles do not. Materials include steel, aluminum, plastic, and decorative options. Routine cleaning and proper balancing keep systems efficient.
The Barcelona chair, designed by Mies van der Rohe and Lilly Reich in 1929, became a modernist icon for its steel frame, tufted leather cushions and visual clarity. Today it's prized for design history, comfort and visual versatility - though originals and licensed examples command a premium.