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	<title>the Fine Architectural Hardware Blog</title>
	<link>http://albarwilmette.net</link>
	<description>an Al Bar Wilmette endeavor</description>
	<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:55:44 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>historic finishes introduction</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/07/08/historic-finishes-introduction/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2008 17:55:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[This hardware is for a historic building in Chicago we are restoring all the hardware on.  The finish is Bower-Barf &#8212; we are in the process developing a historic finishes resource to assist homeowners, designers and architects with determination and the historical process of plating and finishing. 
Much of these finishes cannot be done today because of environmental [...]]]></description>
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		<title>old brass &#124; active privacy</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/07/03/old-brass-active-privacy/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/07/03/old-brass-active-privacy/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 14:13:42 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[These knobs are installed as an active privacy on a pair of doors using our automatic transom bolt in a previous entry.  Always remember to allow for egress (entry to a room from the outside) especially if you have small children running around.
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		<title>pocket door flush pulls</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/25/pocket-door-flush-pulls/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/25/pocket-door-flush-pulls/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:32:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[This is a great example of using the new with the old.  These mirrored pocket doors are a part of a local hardware installation.  The flush pulls are actually about 90 years old and being used with new edge pulls.  Hopefully we will see some more photos from this project soon.
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		<title>automatic transom bolt</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/23/automatic-transome-bolt/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/23/automatic-transome-bolt/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2008 14:32:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[ These photos show our automatic transom bolt installed and in use.  This part is perfect for master bath french doors and other small openings (pairs of doors).  The ball automatically engages the bolt on the inactive door allowing your door latch/lock to function.  No more loud transom bolts or annoying flush bolts (though these have [...]]]></description>
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		<title>wilmette hardware &#124; prototype</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/12/wilmette-hardware-prototype/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/12/wilmette-hardware-prototype/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2008 15:35:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[ This knob and rosette was removed from an apartment at 1500 North Lake Shore Drive in Chicago. 
The building is a French Renaissance style and cost $5mm to construct in 1927-29.  Each unit was built with silver vaults and wood burning fireplaces.
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		<title>custom knob insert &#124; chicago</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/05/custom-knob-insert-chicago/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/05/custom-knob-insert-chicago/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2008 18:54:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[This sculpt is the center portion of a knob created by a Chicago architect (for more information on the designer contact geb@albarwilmette.com) for a Chicago apartment. 
The final oval knob will have a turned rosette and be finished in burnished nickel. All existing hardware in the apartment will be finished to coordinate with the new hardware.
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		<title>custom spindle fabrication &#124; stainless steel</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/04/custom-spindle-fabrication-stainless-steel/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/04/custom-spindle-fabrication-stainless-steel/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Jun 2008 13:08:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[
Do you have an application for a custom spindle for multi-point or exterior door?  We can fabricate custom spindles for your project.
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		<title>oil rubbed bronze hardware</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/03/oil-rubbed-bronze-hardware/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/06/03/oil-rubbed-bronze-hardware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:41:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[This hardware is for a boat and was completed in an oil rubbed bronze finish.  The bars were all milled from solid brass bar stock.
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		<title>silver hardware &#124; take a look</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/28/silver-hardware-take-a-look/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/28/silver-hardware-take-a-look/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2008 09:55:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[This silver hardware will be installed this week on a local home.  Every piece here has been prepared especially for this project.  The hardware will be located on custom doors made at a local mill-work shop.
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		<title>silver screen door lock</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/27/silver-screen-door-lock/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/27/silver-screen-door-lock/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 09:52:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[The only better thing than our screen door lock is our screen door lock in silver.  This is for a local project and will be used in conjunction with our cremone bolt hardware and Russell Versaci Classic Editions (corona knob) hardware.
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		<title>silver corona hinge finials</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/24/silver-corona-hinge-finials/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/24/silver-corona-hinge-finials/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sat, 24 May 2008 18:52:29 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Here are some finials for our 4&#8243; butt hinges that we have finished in silver.  These are then waxed prior to completion.
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		<title>art deco front entry &#124; nickel plated</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/14/art-deco-front-entry-nickel-plated/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/14/art-deco-front-entry-nickel-plated/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2008 13:40:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[ This art deco entry set is part of a project we just finished for a local Chicago home.  The finish is a distressed nickel finish that is left un-coated to naturally patina and change with use. 
If you think you are going to use a custom finish always be certain to ask for a production sample [...]]]></description>
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		<title>re-plating steel door hardware</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/13/re-plating-steel-door-hardware/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/13/re-plating-steel-door-hardware/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2008 13:27:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[These are a couple photos of a project we did recently.  The plates on this project were steel and desperately in need of re-plating.  Note the installation detail and the orientation of the slotted head screws (something every detail lover can appreciate).
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		<title>bronze levers &#124; deming &#124; pella doors</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/08/bronze-levers-deming-pella-doors/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/05/08/bronze-levers-deming-pella-doors/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2008 14:13:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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These are the raw castings for a local client.  The levers will be used in conjunction with custom trim for pella doors on a home restoration project.
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		<title>screen door latch &#124; oil rubbed bronze</title>
		<link>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/04/25/screen-door-latch-oil-rubbed-bronze/</link>
		<comments>http://albarwilmette.net/2008/04/25/screen-door-latch-oil-rubbed-bronze/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2008 19:14:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>gbettenhausen</dc:creator>
		
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This rim lock is available from von morris in many finishes.  Oil rubbed bronze and un-lacquered brass work great in the elements.  If you are making a new screen door this is a great part for you to consider.
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