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Pocket Doors: The Hidden Doors

Intro Pocket doors, also called hidden doors, became a staple door in the late 1800s. Pocket doors are often called hidden doors or vanishing doors because they conveniently slide into your walls, essentially giving an illusion that the door has disappeared! These doors became a dominant entryway of libraries, sitting rooms, and dining rooms. Historically,

Sunrooms: The Best Addition to Your Home

Intro A sunroom, suggested by its name, is a room that is all about inviting an abundance of sunshine into your home. Sunrooms are the perfect way to invite the outdoors, inside. Slightly different from a solarium, a sunroom is an additional room separated by a patio or sliding French doors, and the frame is

Woodgrain at the Haven Conference 2023

It’s that time again. Woodgrain attends Haven for the 5th time! The Haven Conference, newly owned by Mollie Surratt, is an annual event that takes place in July that congregates all lovers of DIY, interior design, and home building. Bloggers, influencers, content creators, and more all flocked to Atlanta, Georgia to hear and learn from

Common Building Industry Terms

When it comes to understanding the world of building, there are a multitude of terms and definitions you should be aware of. Understanding these terms will not only make you more knowledgeable in the industry but also help you with future projects. It’s always helpful to get all the right tools together before you begin

How to Emulate the Coastal Grandmother Style

Intro Coastal Grandmother has taken the summer season by storm. This phrase brings memories of slow mornings, walks on the beach, and a good book with afternoon tea. The poster child–or should I say, poster grandmother– of this movement is Diane Keaton in her blockbuster hit: Something’s Gotta Give. Her famous outfits featured white linen,

Huttig-Grip Fasteners: Now A Part of Woodgrain’s Family of Brands

Fasteners for Every Application In May, 2022, Woodgrain expanded its national footprint with the acquisition of Huttig Building Products. With the acquisition, Woodgrain’s specialty products category now includes Huttig-Grip Fasteners, an exciting and significant addition to Woodgrain’s family of brands. Huttig-Grip fasteners was initially a regional brand, stocked in the Pacific Northwest. In late 2016, the Huttig-Grip

Define the Design Series – Jenna with ColorDrunk Designs

Woodgrain is excited to present our Define the Design Series, which showcases top Interior Designers utilizing Woodgrain’s very own products from crown to baseboards and everything in-between. This multi-part series gives viewers an inside look at projects from beginning to end, including behind the scenes footage with the designer, installation, and the final reveal. Our

A Timeless Style: Traditional Interior Design

These past few years the reigning mantra has been in with the old, out with the new. From fashion to interior design, trend cycles recycle over time, with a slightly more sophisticated appeal. This timeless style emerged as early as the 17th century, largely inspired by Baroque style, classical art, and a mix of inspirations

How to: Eclectic Interior Design

Can’t decide which interior design style to go for? Try going Eclectic! Eclectic interior design blends different eras, styles, textures, and colors to create a unique and personalized look. It allows for an abundance of creativity and freedom in choosing pieces, as there are no strict rules to follow. This style incorporates a wide range

Students Awarded Woodgrain Academic Scholarship

Woodgrain is proud to announce that over 125 students will receive a Woodgrain scholarship this year: more than doubling the number of awards given out last year and setting a new record! What an incredible response to this great program! Each scholarship recipient will receive $1,000 applied toward the cost of tuition. Eligible recipients were