Urethane Explained: What Is Urethane, Timberthane, and Signature Urethane?

Have you ever wondered about the versatile material that’s revolutionizing home design? Urethane, a remarkable synthetic compound, is making waves in architecture and interior decor. This flexible and resistant material is transforming everything from faux wood ceiling beams to waterproof molding. Its durability and low-maintenance qualities make it an attractive option for homeowners and designers alike, offering the beauty of natural materials with enhanced performance.

In this article, we’ll explore the fascinating world of urethane and its various applications. We’ll delve into the unique properties of urethane foam and high-density polyurethane, uncovering why they’re becoming go-to choices for faux wood beams and shutters. We’ll also take a closer look at Timberthane and Signature Urethane, two innovative products pushing the boundaries of customization and design flexibility. By the end, you’ll have a clear understanding of how these materials can breathe new life into your living spaces.

How to Care for Your Wood Millwork

Wood millwork, including moulding, beams, shutters, slat walls, and brackets and corbels, adds distinctive character and charm to both the interior and exterior of your home. Proper maintenance is crucial to preserve its natural charm and ensure it lasts for years. This guide will provide you with practical tips on how to keep your wood…

Introducing the Fretwork Collection at Architectural Depot

Architectural Depot is proud to introduce our new Fretwork Collection, a sophisticated blend of classical inspiration and modern design. This collection features unique decorative pierced designs reminiscent of classic metal-working, reimagined in wood, PVC, and acrylic to enhance contemporary spaces. All of our fretwork products are lightweight and easy to install using simple construction adhesive,…

Beautiful Copper Weathervanes

We offer an extensive selection of rooftop weathervanes that are sure to brighten the heights of your home. Our collection includes the most well known and classic weathervane ornaments, as well as many delightful modern creations. The Builders Series includes traditional silhouettes in rich and versatile black. The Classic Series includes many of the same…

Crown Moulding

We offer an extensive selection of finely carved crown moulding styles. Our crown moulding selection is sure to enrich any room. Our moulding is traditional in form, and features classic decorative elements. Whether you are looking for crisp acanthus, festive grape, cheerful floral motifs, or simply elegant moulding profiles, Architectural Depot has a crown moulding…

Simplified Elegance

Good day everyone! Today is simple—Architectural Depot customer, Gina, shared with us her newly installed Traditional Ceiling Medallion with Acanthus Leaves. We think this ceiling medallion is quite subtle with just the right of amount of decorative accents for that perfect and simplified, yet elegant appeal to those looking for it. We love it, Gina!…

Address Sign Post

Did you know we also offer various products to bring life to your yard and garden? Architectural Depot customer, Tim, was excited to share with us his Address Sign Post! Take a look: It is such an unique and elegant way to display your address, from the otherwise run-of-the-mill entryway plaques. Your curb side is…

Benson Classic Ceiling Medallion

Architectural Depot customer, Nilda, from sunny Florida wanted to share with us this very beautiful Benson Classic Ceiling Medallion.  It is within our top 5 most popular ceiling medallions, and for good reasons.  It’s affordable & sure to add that exquisite elegance to any room! “Bang for your buck”, anyone? Thanks Nilda for sharing, it…

Beaux-Arts “Plasterwork” Recreation

Sometimes our customers will utilize our products in the most unexpected, clever, and unique ways that yields amazing results. Mark, from California, was working with one of his client who wanted to bring home a piece of neoclassical architectural style, Beaux-Arts. Mark tackled this project by flipping Legacy Acanthus Corbels, bisecting our Bistrol Ceiling Medallions,…

Exterior House Project

Architectural Depot customer, Bradley, sent us these jaw-dropping pictures of an exterior house project using our Turncraft Poly-Classic Smooth Tapered Column, Architectural Collection Real Wood Batten-n-Board Shutters, and a Eyebrow Gable Louver Vent. The pictures speak for themselves.   Thanks Bradley for sharing these with us. Many of our customers are simply talented and amazing…

Baile Ceiling Medallion

Architectural Depot customer, Suellen, wanted to share with us her newly installed Baile Ceiling Medallion—and we wanted to share with the rest of you!  This is an absolutely beautiful ceiling medallion filled with intricate flora and patterns which really comes alive when shadows are cast as shown below. Been wanting to add some life to…

The Four Board Joined Shutters

Edie, from Ohio, was very kind to send us her pictures of the new shutters she got from Architectural Depot.  She is using one of our most popular shutters, the Standard Size Four Board Joined Shutters along with these Shutter Hardware to really bring out that homely, cottage house appearance.   It really looks terrific, great job…