Posts Tagged ‘archking57’ Types of Vaulted CeilingsThursday, July 12th, 2012Barrel, Groin and Dome Vaulted Ceilings each create their own jaw-dropping effect.If you want to build a remarkable home, you need to incorporate at least one ceiling that does more than just hold the walls up. You need a ceiling that will make a statement; a ceiling that will contribute to the room’s design instead of just being part of the background. If you’re looking for the most impact, you’re looking for a vaulted ceiling. (more…)  What Exactly Are Arch Kits?Tuesday, July 10th, 2012Arch kits make it fast and easy to add an architectural element to any room.If you’re new to archways, you might be wondering what these arch kits are all about. Simply put, archway kits are preassembled arches that are ready to install with just a few simple steps. It’s so easy that DIY’ers are even installing their own arches. Arch kits make it fast and easy to add an architectural element to any room. Whether you want to create a room with a Tuscan or gothic feel, a few well-placed arches can do the trick. (more…)  Stately Romanesque Ceiling Systems Are Within ReachMonday, July 2nd, 2012Our easy-to-install ceiling systems provide you with a level of luxury that was previously out of reach.If you’ve ever visited a medieval palace or an 18th century gothic church, you understand how impactful a highly-designed ceiling can be. From the barrel vaults of the Sistine Chapel to the Romanesque semi-circular groin vaults of Speyer Cathedral, ceilings across the globe have gone down in history as works of art. (more…)  A Down and Dirty Guide to ArchwaysMonday, July 2nd, 2012“All archways are not created equal.”Archways add interest to an otherwise boring entryway – but you knew that already. So, let’s get down to the nitty gritty and discuss some things you may not know about archways. We’ll start with the most important thing you’ll need to know if you plan to install arches: All archways are not created equal. (more…)  Barrel Vaults in Modern Art and ArchitectureTuesday, June 26th, 2012When you think about the simple elegance of a barrel vault, you are probably taken back to the imposing architecture of the Romanesque period, where lofty vaulted ceilings were used to make people feel small in the presence of God. The effortless design allowed architects to install spacious ceilings without the need for cumbersome or unsightly support structures. Barrel vaults aren’t just relegated to the past, however, they are still popular in contemporary design. Modern artists are as interested in barrel vaults as the architects of the past were. (more…)  June Newsletter: The Universal Arch KitMonday, June 25th, 2012This month’s newsletter features our Universal Arch Kit. The Universal Arch kit can create a wide variety of different types of arches. It can transform openings of any width, and can even be easily split to fit smaller doorways. We have put together a short video that demonstrates how the Universal Arch Kit works. Take a look for yourself and see why it is “Truly” Universal. Our video shows you how simple it is to create beautiful and classy archways quickly and easily with our Universal Arch Kit. (more…)  How does the Universal Arch Kit work?Monday, June 25th, 2012We have put together a short video that demonstrates how the Universal Arch Kit works. This video shows the different types of archways you can create with the kit, and clearly illustrates how to do it. You won’t believe how easy it is to transform your doorways into beautiful, classy archways! Take a look for yourself and see why our Universal Arch Kit is “truly” universal. (more…)  Universal Arch Kit: Prefabricated ArchwayMonday, June 25th, 2012Prefabricated ArchwayConvert your square dull openings into beautiful arched openings with the Universal Arch Kit for only $19.95. It works with any size opening, whether its 3 foot or 30 foot. And with split cut feature, the Universal Arch Kit can be separated with a simple wallboard saw to cover openings from 2×4 wide, up to 12″ wide. (more…)  Custom Ceiling: Cloister Vault Arched CeilingTuesday, April 17th, 2012Whether you’re building a new home or remodeling, it is always important to examine all the possibilities to help you finish your project on time, under budget and to maintain the highest level of quality. We have modeled our business around these key points and proudly offer our customers an opportunity to take their business to the next level by offering them our product line of arched ceilings. We prefabricate custom arched ceilings like groin vaults, dome ceilings, barrel vaults and cove ceilings. But that’s not all! We listen to our (more…)  Foyer Design Idea: Groin Vault CeilingMonday, April 9th, 2012A groin vault ceiling is a great design idea for any foyer or entry way. The groin ceiling brings a custom warm feel along with added architectural detail to the space. Not to mention building these ceilings has never been so easy! Archways & Ceilings offers groin vault kits that allows anyone the opportunity to add a groin ceiling to there living space. Take a look below on how this entry way was transformed into a beautiful grand foyer. (more…) |
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