It is often that a piece of wood furniture or cabinetry could benefit from a special accent. Sometimes, a plain design needs a boost, and other times, pre-existing accents become damaged. The application of wood carvings is an easy and economical way to dress up your cabinets and furniture.

Appliqués are small wood carvings applied to the surfaces of your furniture and cabinets. The appliqué is generally flat in shape, but has a detailed relief carving on its surface. This accent adds a three dimensional aspect to your furniture's decoration.

Appliqués are also referred to as onlays, embossed wood carvings, and swags. Appliqués with draped scrolls or floral designs are known swags. Appliqués come in countless forms, but the most popular are floral designs, like rosettes with their radial petals, produce, like grapes, scrolls and animals.

Appliqués are most commonly used in kitchen applications to highlight cabinetry. However, appliqués can be used to accent any wood piece. Fireplace mantles, window hoods, dressers, armoires, and desks all take appliqués wonderfully. Wood appliqués function well as single focal points, or they can be used in groups to create an ornate and dramatic effect. Their use is only limited to the imagination, which makes them so versatile.

Architectural Depot's wood accents are carved with precision by skilled artisans who use the textured grain of the wood to create a true piece of art. Only the best wood species for carving and durability are used. Appliqués have a natural wood finish, but can be painted to match any decor. Appliqués are easy to install with wood adhesive.

Architectural Depot understands the effect of attention paid to detail; the little finishing touches that can transform, or subtly highlight and enhance a piece of furniture.