Traditional woodworking never
seems to go out of style. Georgian,
Federal, and Revival doorways are still
being made by hand using time-honored
methods of joining. Kenmore
Industries produces historical entries
with full mortise-and-tenon rails, true
raised panels, and deep-cut moldings.
The doorways feature hand-carved
fanlights, pilasters, capitals, dentils,
and transoms. The doors are made of
solid mahogany but are generally
painted to accentuate the shadows
and highlights of the intricate design.
For more information, contact Kenmore
Industries, 1 Thompson Square,
P.O. Box 34, Boston MA 02129;
617/242-1711.
Another old method of production
is making a comeback. Artistic Woodworking
has revived the lost art of die
stamping to produce and array of
embossed medallions, lacework, and
moldings. The ornate "carvings" are
made with hand-tooled brass