The Blog

Welcome to Our Blog

We've created these blog posts in the hopes of inspiring your next project. Browse at your leisure to gain interior design tips and ideas.

An Exclusive with Our Founder Mark Underhill

An Exclusive with Our Founder Mark Underhill

Mark Underhill discusses his inspiration for his new Hand Forged 316 Marine Stainless Steel collection - the only handmade ironmongery suitable for coastal properties and high-pollution areas.
In Conversation with @studiorhodesinteriors

In Conversation with @studiorhodesinteriors

Anna is a talented interior designer from London, and we had the pleasure of speaking to her about her fascinating career journey! Anna lives in a period property, with an...
Meadowside Transformation

Meadowside Transformation

When renovating a building, finishing touches make all the difference! One of the most important considerations during this process is the ironmongery because high-quality products can completely transform a space....
In Conversation with @bargeelwi

In Conversation with @bargeelwi

We’ve been speaking to the owner of @bargeelwi about her ongoing Dutch Barge renovation and look forward to sharing the fascinating details with you! Elwi is an incredible 24m Dutch...
Accessories & Alternative Uses

Accessories & Alternative Uses

Thought you knew how to use your ironmongery? Think again! At From The Anvil, we offer a wide array of high-quality ironmongery and accessories, ranging from curtain poles and door...
Barn Conversion Advice from @rural_office

Barn Conversion Advice from @rural_office

Recently, we’ve been inspired by @rural_office, an award-winning practice with a flair for design. Rural Office specialises in contemporary architecture and uses innovative designs to transform buildings into luxury properties....
In Conversation with @dovecotebarns

In Conversation with @dovecotebarns

We’ve been speaking to Brigita from @dovecotebarns about their recent barn conversion and we’re excited to show you the results! The barn has been completely remodelled to give it a...
Contemporary vs Traditional Barn Conversions

Contemporary vs Traditional Barn Conversions

In recent years, the popularity of converting barns has slowly risen; with even more desire to do so now that we bid farewell to the height of the pandemic. Congestion...
Kitchen Advice From Browson Design & Build

Kitchen Advice From Browson Design & Build

We spoke to Browson Design and Build, a bespoke kitchen, wardrobe and interior joinery business based in Richmond on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.   Q: As we enter...
Expert Kitchen Advice from Harrison and Pope

Expert Kitchen Advice from Harrison and Pope

Top Kitchen Design Tips from an Expert We spoke to Harrison & Pope, a kitchen manufacturer from Herefordshire, specialising in creating unique, practical and bespoke kitchen workspaces.   Above: our Natural...
In Conversation with @Holly_Oak_House

In Conversation with @Holly_Oak_House

Holly Oak House: A Sneak Peek Anna and her husband have been slowly renovating their gorgeous family home since 2014. Three years ago, Anna started to share her renovation journey...
In Conversation with @ottersbarninteriors

In Conversation with @ottersbarninteriors

Tracy, owner of Otters Barn Interiors and her husband built their barn in 2015 and used a selection of our pewter ironmongery throughout; opting for Avon lever handles on external...