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06th October 2009
Remember those big, wooden clocks with long pendulums and which gives out eerie sounds? Antique clocks can evoke feelings of nostalgia for times gone by. Hearing the clock going ding-dong could either bring a person back to the past or to a time in the fu... Read >
Author: wbdoyle05th October 2009
Every child in high school learns that a pendulum's rate of swing (period) is proportional to its length. This is the only factor that affects the period. Galileo discovered this in 1582.
Today's grandfather clocks are the descendents of William Clemen... Read >
Author: wbdoyle05th October 2009
Grandfather clocks were originally known as floor clocks or long case clocks. A song written in 1875 called "The Grandfather's Clock" told the story of an aging floor clock that stood in the George Hotel in North Yorkshire, England. Two brothers managed t... Read >
Author: wbdoyle05th October 2009
Have you noticed one of those floor clocks with their rather heavy price tags? Once you’ve realized the essence behind these floor clocks, you’d think they’re actually underpriced.
So what’s Causing the Rave?
So what’s with these long-case... Read >
Author: wbdoyle02nd October 2009
Clocks are an important part of our culture and history. For centuries the quest to keep accurate time has resulted in the amazing ability to keep almost exact time in a functional, stylish package. Clock manufacturers go to great lengths to produce highl... Read >
Author: wbdoyle24th September 2009
The unique power of promotional products is the ability to place targeted marketing messages in front of people during their everyday lives in a manner which produces less waste than traditional marketing methods, but keeps the messages top of mind with p... Read >
Author: wbdoyle21st September 2009
You look outside the window and you realize it is raining. The wind is blowing hard against the oak tree out in your backyard and the tree dances with the tune of the wind. You pour yourself a cup of coffee and sit behind the desk of your study and find y... Read >
Author: wbdoyle30th July 2009
In this fast moving world you have to relocate of and on for some reason or the other. But you can only asses the level of difficulty one experiences during relocation when you will have a first hand experience of relocation yourself. It is indeed a labor... Read >
Author: Patrick Crow23rd July 2009
To bake money online many inhabit jolt reasonable hip sooner than they are accurately prepared. You know to facilitate to occur a rocket scientist, a doctor, a brick layer, a construction hand, an position hand, a teacher at hand are basics, things you re... Read >
Author: TITI3122nd July 2009
The trade rate connecting two currency types specifies I beg your pardon? Individual currency is worth in relation to an added currency. It has been estimated to facilitate approximately $2 trillion USD of currency exchanges hands all and all calendar day... Read >
Author: Ruel18th June 2009
A home is a place where people keep their belongings, rest or do some other household work. It consists of living room area where one can read newspaper and watch TV, bedrooms to rest at ease, a kitchen to make food, drawing room, bathrooms, etc. but the ... Read >
Author: furniturefurniture01@gmail.com 12th June 2009
I am an excited geek. Make that over-excited. The past few days I have done nothing but make a list of what I would want to have on Christmas Day this year, and Halloween isn't even a few weeks away. Nevertheless, I believe that this hard work and early p... Read >
Author: David Stack03rd April 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Mike Bond
We've chatted about escapements in a previous article, haven't we? The method of releasing the power of the clock, generated either by a mainspring or a weight, in equal time, or isochronously.
The clockmaker/repairer w... Read >
Author: Mike Bond10th March 2009
Sure, time is an abstract concept, but that doesn't stop people from trying and striving to find ways that can help them somehow understand or control it. This is the exact reason why clocks exist (and why people can't live without them).
And because... Read >
Author: kath panambo03rd March 2009
Time travels at different pace for different people but we all wish to have more time as it can neither be swapped nor reduced. Although time travels at its own pace but the bride-to-be thinks that the time is moving on a leisurely pace while time gallops... Read >
Author: closeoutclocks03rd March 2009
A grandfather clock commonly refers to a huge pendulum clock, enclosed in a tall, narrow cabinet. The dial usually consists of roman numerals or the usual numbers, and displays rich and lustrous look. The cabinet can be created of any kind of wood.
G... Read >
Author: closeoutclocks28th January 2009
My love affair with Grandfather clocks began when I was just a small child. My Grandparents lived in an large, old stone house in the Connecticut countryside. The house had a long, winding drive leading up to it so it was somewhat secluded from the rest o... Read >
Author: elle dixey09th January 2009
The History of Grandfather Clocks
Humans have been keeping track of time throughout the ages using everything from hourglasses to sundials. During the second half of the 13th century, the very first mechanical clocks were developed. Thes... Read >
Author: Randy Gross29th December 2008
Cleaning grandfather clocks is not the easiest process but, definitely worth the time. Keeping grandfather clocks clean is just as important as cleaning your car. The value of clean grandfather clocks will be much higher than grandfather clocks that sit... Read >
Author: Renasdad15th December 2008
In this hi-tech era time runs very fast giving you only few seconds to realize that the watch in your hand is stuck or broken. Moreover for people who hold fast to wearing of a wrist watch-finding a trustworthy watch repairer is pretty confusing. Nobody w... Read >
Author: maximumhit21st October 2008
The famous English poet, Andrew Marvell once wrote – “At my back I always hear; Time’s winged chariot hurrying near.” The image is clear – time is movement and motion. Nothing can be truer than the old adage that time does not stand still. And c... Read >
Author: Ivan Smith15th October 2008
What to Give Your Ring Bearer
Remember these lines from the nursery rhyme of Robert Southey?
What are little boys made of?
Snips and snails and puppy dogs' tails
That's what little boys are made of
So when it comes to choosing the... Read >
Author: Bradley Mckoy08th October 2008
In this hi-tech era time runs very fast giving you only few seconds to realize that the watch in your hand is stuck or broken. Moreover for people who hold fast to wearing of a wrist watch-finding a trustworthy watch repairer is pretty confusing. Nobody w... Read >
Author: Passageways08th September 2008
Antique Longcase clocks like antique artwork or other collectable items are so individual in nature that it is almost impossible to make a fixed valuation on them. Unlike motor vehicles there is no standard value list guide, antique clocks hopefully go up... Read >
Author: Biznets03rd June 2008
The Virginia Robinson Gardens are an expansive six acres of botanical garden that is known for its gardens and tropical and sub tropical vegetation. The Robinson gardens were first opened to the public in 1982. Prior to being a public garden it housed the... Read >
Author: eMarketingEye22nd May 2008
In 1926, Howard Miller, aged 21, founded a company the main purpose of which was to manufacture clocks. The key concept that sells Howard Miller wall clocks so well is the close attention to details; it is almost impossible not to notice the fine executio... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu20th May 2008
Which Putter is Right for You?
You drive for show and putt for dough. That old axiom simply sums up the game of golf. What kind of game are we playing when a six inch putt becomes more important than your best drive of the day? Therefore, it seems buyi... Read >
Author: Peter OBrien20th May 2008
In 1926, Howard Miller, aged 21, founded a company the main purpose of which was to manufacture clocks. The key concept that sells Howard Miller wall clocks so well is the close attention to details; it is almost impossible not to notice the fine executio... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu30th April 2008
Shelf clocks and wall clocks with all wooden works were made by some American makers in the early 1800s.Long case grandfather clocks were commonly made in the 1700s with wooden gear movements.The long case of the grandfather clock allowed greater drop dis... Read >
Author: jmowatt18th September 2007
If you are looking for contemporary office furniture you are looking to lively up your room. With contemporary office furniture, that is just what you are going to be going. You will no longer have people falling asleep on your office furniture because co... Read >
Author: Noeljohnson15th August 2007
Some time or other you will have to move your longcase clock whether it's in the process of moving house or just time to clean behind the case and move it for decorating. A lot of damage can be done by just picking the clock up and moving it in one piece ... Read >
Author: Barry Share23rd July 2007
Antique Longcase clocks like antique artwork or other collectable items are so individual in nature that it is almost impossible to make a fixed valuation on them. Unlike motor vehicles there is no standard value list guide, antique clocks hopefully go up... Read >
Author: Barry Share04th June 2007
Every advertisement revolves round four key points. Knowledgeable copywriters of the past have distilled that four key points into four letters – A-I-D-A or the AIDA formula.
A for Attention
Any advertisement has to create that attention. There a... Read >
Author: Dev Sri04th April 2007
Making a grandfather clock case is probably one of the easiest pieces of furniture to make as there is no complicated jointing to contend with, but there is one or two point many people that are new to clock case making are not aware of.
1. Buying Timb... Read >
Author: Barry Share04th April 2007
The thing about making a longcase clock completely from scratch is you have to acquire a lot of skills, from engineering skills for making the movement, painting skills for the dial, and cabinet making skills for making the case.
To make a longcase clo... Read >
Author: Barry Share27th April 2006
Grandfather clocks were originally known as floor clocks or long case clocks. A song written in 1875 called "The Grandfather's Clock" told the story of an aging floor clock that stood in the George Hotel in North Yorkshire, England. Two brothers managed t... Read >
Author: Charles & Susan Truett27th April 2006
The Perfect Gift
"What do you get the man who has everything?"
"I don't know, but save the receipt."
Gift giving is one of the oldest practices in human history. Giving of gifts has been recorded since before we started count... Read >
Author: Todd Decker16th March 2006
The traditional grandfather clock has stood the test of time and continues to be a symbol of elegance and style. A grandfather clock goes well almost anywhere in a home. If there is enough space, the kitchen can be a great centerpiece for one. They sho... Read >
Author: David Stone02nd February 2006
Clocks are an important part of our culture and history.
For centuries the quest to keep accurate time has resulted
in the amazing ability to keep almost exact time in a
functional, stylish package. Clock manufacturers go to
great lengths to pro... Read >
Author: Charles & Susan Truett18th October 2005
The inexpensive quartz watches and clocks you see everywhere today keep time far more accurately than the stately grandfather clocks of yesteryear. But the latter have a charm and presence that few modern time-keeping devices can match.
It is thought ... Read >
Author: Peter Strides18th October 2005
A grandfather clock lends an aura of elegance to any room. If you've bought one but are not sure how to set it up so that looks and works at its best, here are several quick tips to help you out.
* A grandfather clock should always stand on a level su... Read >
Author: Peter Strides
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