Isaac Buck Floorcloth #1

Isaac Buck Floorcloth #2

Isaac Buck - Kingsbury Floorcloth #3

Isaac Buck - Kingsbury Floorcloth #4

Isaac Buck - Kingsbury Floorcloth #5

Isaac Buck - Kingsbury Floorcloth #6

Isaac Buck - Kingsbury Floorcloth #7

Isaac Buck - Swann House Floorcloth

Click here to entire collection of Historic Floorcloths ]]> http://floorcloth.net/wordpress/2008/isaac-buck-house-floorcloths/feed/ http://floorcloth.net/wordpress/2008/may-house-floorcloths/ http://floorcloth.net/wordpress/2008/may-house-floorcloths/#comments Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:48:22 +0000 designvillage http://floorcloth.net/wordpress/?p=28 The reproduction stencil is from the May House Woodstock,
Connecticut

May House Floorcloth #1

May House Floorcloth #2

May House Floorcloth #3

May House Floorcloth #4

May House Floorcloth #5

May House Floorcloth #6

May House Floorcloth #7

May House Floorcloth #8  

May House Floorcloth #9

Click here to see entire collection of Historic Floorcloths ]]> http://floorcloth.net/wordpress/2008/may-house-floorcloths/feed/ http://floorcloth.net/wordpress/2008/bump-tavern-floorcloth/ http://floorcloth.net/wordpress/2008/bump-tavern-floorcloth/#comments Fri, 01 Aug 2008 11:58:05 +0000 designvillage http://floorcloth.net/wordpress/?p=31 This design comes from a painted floor at the Bump Tavern
at the Farmer’s Museum in Cooperstown, NY.

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #1

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #2

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #3

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #4

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #5

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #6

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #7

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #8

Bump Tavern Floorcloth #9

House built circa 1734; stenciled circa 1780.

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #1

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #2

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #3

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #4

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #5

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #6

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #7

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #8
Border stencil from Bump Tavern at the Farmer’s, Museum, Coopertown, NY

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #9

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #10
Border stencil from Bump Tavern at the Farmer’s, Museum, Coopertown, NY

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #11
Border stencil from Leavenworth Dennison House, Hinesburg, Vermont

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #12
Border stencil from Leavenworth Dennison House, Hinesburg, Vermont

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #13
Diamond Pattern with Durant House Border and Motif

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #14
Border stencil from Bump Tavern at the Farmer’s, Museum, Coopertown, NY

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #15
Border stencil from Daniel Kingsbury House, Brookfield,Vermont

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #16
Border stencil from The Peter Farnum House Francestown, New Hampshire

Edward Durant House Floorcloth #16
Border stencil from Jackson Swann House Scituate, Rhode Island

Sampler Quilt Floorcloth
Colors Used:Pearl Essence, Meadow Green, Sea Blue, Slate Blue, Terra Cotta, Yellow Ocher, Rustic Maroon, Eggplant Purple, Black and Brown Antique Glaze

Primitive Penny Rug Floor Cloth
Colors Used: Mayfield Brown, Meadow Green, Sea Blue, Terra Cotta, Yellow Ocher, Rustic Maroon, Eggplant Purple, Brown Antique Glaze

Bear’s Paw Quilt Runner Floorcloth Rug
Colors Used:Carrington Beige, Meadow Green, Sea Blue, Slate Blue, Terra Cotta, Yellow Ocher, Rustic Maroon, Eggplant Purple, Black and Brown Antique Glaze

Hopscotch Nine Blocks Quilt
Colors Used: Pearl Essence, Adirondack Brown, Meadow Green, Slate Blue, Terra Cotta, Yellow Ocher, Rustic Maroon, Eggplant Purple, Brown
Antique Glaze

Stars n House Quilt Floorcloth
Colors Used: Pearl Essence, Meadow Green, Sea Blue, Slate Blue, Terra Cotta, Yellow Ocher, Rustic Maroon, Eggplant Purple, Brown Antique Glaze

Kaleidoscope Quilt Floorcloth
Colors Used: Carrington Beige, Meadow Green, Sea Blue, Slate Blue,Terra Cotta, Yellow Ocher, Rustic Maroon, Eggplant Purple, Black and Brown Antique Glaze

Star Quilt Runner Floorcloth
Colors Used: Carrington Beige, Meadow Green, Sea Blue, Slate Blue,Terra Cotta, Yellow Ocher, Rustic Maroon, Eggplant Purple, Black and Brown Antique Glaze

Baltimore Quilt Floorcloth#1
Colors Used: Pearl Essence, Forest Green, Cranberry, Brown Antique Glaze

Baltimore Quilt Floorcloth#2
Colors Used: Sand Dune (Background is done by faux technique.), Hunter Green and maroon

Baltimore Quilt Floorcloth- Blue
Colors Used: Pearl Essence, Forest Green,
Navy Blue, Brown Antique Glaze

Baltimore Sampler Quilt Floorcloth- Red
Colors Used: Spanish Red, Meadow Green, Pearl Essence, Brown Antique Glaze

Baltimore Quilt Floorcloth- Amish Blue
Colors Used: Pearl Essence, Amish Blue, Navy Blue, Brown Antique Glaze

Baltimore Sampler Quilt Floorcloth
Colors Used: La Fonda Spice, Rusted Earth, Oakland Green, Brown Antique Glaze

What is a floorcloth? -

A floorcloth is a hand-painted canvas rug that has been treated to last a long time. The popularity of floorcloths dates back to the time when Europeans first settled in America. Floorcloths were in vogue throughout the 18th and 19th centuries but were gradually replaced by synthetic floor coverings. However, floorcloths have made a great comeback since the revival of interest in handcrafted goods for home decoration. Floorcloths not only protect the surface they cover but also add color, character, grace and style to a room’s decor. Since floorcloths are handcrafted, no two floorcloths are similar, even if they have been made using the same designs. Each piece is individually crafted to suit one’s tastes.

Where can floorcloths be used? -

Ideally, floorcloths can be used in any non-carpeted area of the house. They can be placed under the dining or coffee table, in the living room or family room, on the kitchen floor, in front of the fireplace, or near the sink, entry foyer, hallway, children’s room, and powder room. Many floorcloths have even been used as wall hangings. All floorcloths are similar in that they add beauty and character to a room.

How durable is a floorcloth? -

A floorcloth is everlasting and easily maintainable. A typical floorcloth is made of heavy-duty canvas which is primed on both sides with top-quality materials. After the primer has dried, the floorcloth is given a base coat of paint. The design is executed with water-based paints on one of the surfaces using stencils, blocks or by freehand. Between coats of paint, the floorcloth is left to dry thoroughly. After the final coat of paint is dried, it is given several layers of protective material. This makes the floorcloth surface robust and durable. It’s no wonder that floorcloths can be used in the high-traffic areas of the house!

Is it easy to maintain floorcloths? -

A floorcloth is given a protective coating of water- resistant material. This renders it resistant to most stains. A wipe with a damp sponge or mop is usually enough to clean it. Occasionally, the floorcloth may be cleaned with dilute white vinegar using a soft scrubbing pad. This will dislodge any stubborn dirt. Stubborn stains may be cleaned with a mild abrasive.

Is it safe to use floorcloths in the houses of people with allergies and asthma? -
Unlike pile rugs and carpets, floorcloths do not collect dust or dust mites. Moreover, any dust on the floorcloth can be cleaned with minimal effort. Thus, a floorcloth is a very effective substitute to rugs and carpets in the homes of people with allergies and asthma.

Can I get floorcloths to match the existing decor of my rooms? -
If you send us a sample of your upholstery material, curtain or even a photograph of the rooms in which you would like to use floorcloths, we will send you a custom design with matching or complementary colors to go with your existing decor.

Find out more about construction of Design Village floorcloths.

Commissioned by Historic Whaley House, San Diego, California

Size: 86″X150″
Colors: Black and White

Floorcloth in progess

Close up view of the floorcloth

Floorcloth after folding up the edges.

Floorcloth at the Whaley House Museum

Click here to see more floorcloths in situ.

Under the dining room table

In your kitchen

In your study

On the table

In the museum

On the Stairs

Floorcloth in your entry foyer

Floorcloth in your hallway

On your wall

On your veranda

In your hobby room

We would like to thank all of our valued customers who have taken the time to send us comments and the beautiful pictures.

Please view our custom floorcloths in the preview gallery here.

Board games first became widely popular among the general population early in the 20th century when the rise of the middle class with disposable income and leisure time made them a receptive audience to such games. This popularity expanded after the Second World War, a period from which many classic board games date.

Many board games are now available as computer games, including the option to have the computer act as an opponent. The rise of computers has also led to a relative decline in the most complicated board games, as computers require less space, and the games don’t have to be set up and cleared away.

Here are few samples of canvas game boards made by Design Village. These painted game boards can be use as a Game board, table runner, wall hanging or floorcloth.

Primtive Willow Gameboard #1 - Historic Collection
Willow motif by Moses Eaton, and Leavenworth border.
Size: 17″ X 38″
Colors Used: Pine Yellow, Black , Brown and black Antique Glaze

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Primtive Willow Gameboard #2 -Historic Collection
Willow motif by Moses Eaton, and border from Bump Tavern and Leavenworth House.
Size: 16″ X 54.5″
Colors Used: Spanish Red, Mocha, Black, black Antique Glaze

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Primtive Willow Gameboard Floorcloth #3 - Historic Collection
Willow motif by Moses Eaton, Bump Tavern Motif and Leavenworth border.
Size: 17″ X 53″
Colors Used: Pearl Essence, Black , Brown and black Antique Glaze

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Bird in bush - Gameboard / Floorcloth / Table Runner - Historic Collection
Wall Stencil from the Stencil House at Shelburne, Vermont and the border from Dr. Wheeler Homestead House, South Britain, Connecticut
Size: 13″ X 40″
Colors Used: Spanish Red, Mocha, Meadow Green, Black, black Antique Glaze

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Primitive Pennsylvania Dutch Backgamon Game Board - Primitive Gameboard Collection
Border stencil from Leavenworth Dennison House, Hinesburg, Vermont.
Size: 19″X 36″
Colors Used: Pine Yellow, Spanish Red, Black, Olive Green, and Brown Antique Glaze

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Williamsburg Checkerboard Game Board - Primitive Game Board Collection
Historic wall Stencil from Williamsburg, VA and border stencil from Leavenworth Dennison House, Hinesburg, Vermont.
Size: 19″X 36″
Colors Used: Pine Yellow, Spanish Red, Black, Olive Green, and Brown Antique Glaze

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Primitive Pennsylvania Dutch Checkerboard -Primitive Gameboard Collection
Border stencil from Leavenworth Dennison House, Hinesburg, Vermont.
Size: 19″X 36″
Colors Used: Pine Yellow, Spanish Red, Black, Olive Green, and Brown Antique Glaze

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Durant House Gameboard floorcloth - Historic Game Board Collection
Historic wall Stencil from Williamsburg, VA, and border stencil from Leavenworth Dennison House, Hinesburg, Vermont.
Size: 30″X 30″
Colors Used: Pine Yellow, Spanish Red, Black, Olive Green, and Brown Antique Glaze

Click here to see game board on Design Village website at
http://www.floorcloth.net/gameboards.shtml