OK Kids Corral

Country superstar Toby Keith has a passion for helping children battling cancer, and we here at Ferche Millwork think that’s excellent. 

That’s why we’re happy that our work came into play to help make his dream of the OK Kids Corral, a free temporary home for childhood cancer patients and their families, a reality. 

The Oklahoma City facility, which took 10 years of fundraising to complete, finally opened its doors at the end of last year. 

The 25,000 foot square center includes includes 16 rooms, 12 overnight suites, four daytime suites, a special section designed specifically for children with weakened immune systems, a gourmet kitchen, indoor and outdoor play areas, a game room and much more.

We here at Ferche admire Keith’s call-to-action to “help us build a hopeful place for children with cancer where they will be surrounded with love and joy.”

We’re fans of his charitable work. We may be far away, but our Ferche products were paired with TruStile doors.

“Thank you to all of those people who have supported us over the years,” Keith said. “Ten years goes by fast when you are working toward a goal this big.”

We’re proud our products were chosen to help complete the OK Kids Corral, so we’d like to share photos of it with you. 

Ferche Millwork: Home DIY

For anyone who has ever wanted to start a home remodeling project, but doubted their abilities - meet Emily. 

Emily is a home remodeling DIY enthusiast; not only does she attack and complete her projects singlehandedly, but she takes time to blog about them!

We took a few minutes to chat with Emily about some recent undertakings - including some she completed with Ferche products. 

Here’s what she had to say!

Q: What was your house like, and what was your decorative "vision?" 

A: My house was outdated and a little boring. I wanted to refresh everything and give it some architectural detail.

Q: What kind of work do you do? 

A: I feel like I'm always working to improve some little corner of my house. I used moulding to create a wainscoting pattern going up my stairs and to create faux columns on the corners of a hallway. I also used moulding to frame a builder's grade mirror and added crown moulding to the top of some cabinets.

Q: What products from Ferche were part of this?

Wainscoting: 

Chair Rail Moulding from the 700/880 series - F705. 

Paneling to create parallelograms - F729

Columns: 

Corner Mould - F651

Princeton crown moulding - F615

Flat topper - F500J

Frame mirror:

Princeton casing - F115

Crown:

Princeton crown moulding – F615

Since I was painting my moulding, I opted for unfinished poplar or maple since they paint nicely.

Q: How did you get the work done? (DIY, hire a service, both, etc.) 

A: I did it myself! There's so much information out there with blogs and pinterest to give you ideas and teach you how to safely use power tools.

Q: What would you change, if anything? 

A: I don't know if I'd do anything differently since I learned a lot about cutting moulding, using a nail gun, taping, caulking, painting, etc., just by doing it.

Q: What do you recommend to others seeking a home remodel? 

A: A major overhaul isn't always necessary. It really doesn't take much to enhance what is already there. Try looking at pictures of what other people have done to help you see the potential of your space.

Have you considered undertaking a DIY home remodeling project? We’d like to hear about it - leave us a comment!

Specie Spotlight: Hickory

Ferche Millwork realizes that there are a variety of options to choose from when it comes to choosing a wood species for your home. With the large selection, and differences between each species, it can be an overwhelming process. Ferche Millwork is here to take the difficulty out of the decision making process. Ferche believes educating and informing consumers about wood is important and makes choosing the perfect wood easier, as each wood species is unique and can create a completely different feel in your home.

One option when it comes to choosing a species for your home is hickory. The hickories are split into two different groups: true hickories and pecan hickories (fruit bearing). The wood is virtually the same for both, and they are usually sold together. The species grows in the Eastern U.S., and many are unaware that hickories grow quite slowly; it is not unusual for a tree to take 200 years to mature. Another unique characteristic of hickory is it is the heaviest and hardest of the hardwood options. This means the species is very hard, stiff, and dense, making it a great and durable option for furniture, cabinetry, flooring, and paneling.

When it comes to the home, hickory is a popular hardwood for creating a rustic style. The main characteristic about this species from a visual standpoint is the wide range of color found within each piece and from piece to piece. Because of this, many choose to finish the wood in a clear coat. By doing this, the color is greatly emphasized and brought to life.

With its tough and durable nature, choosing to use hickory in your home allows you to be confident the species will last a lifetime. Hickory is a wood to take pride in with the long growing process, and it is an option for those looking to create a relaxed, warm, and countrified home. 

Architectural Series Spotlight: Rustic

Ferche Millwork realizes the importance of being able to make the vision for your home come to life. Creating the vision can often be the hardest part, so Ferche offers a wide variety of mouldings to fit every style. Recently we created the Architectural Series, a professionally designed family of mouldings that coordinate with six distinct styles of décor. Last week, our blog featured the ‘Arts & Crafts’ family of mouldings. This week we turn the spotlight to the fifth group of mouldings in the Architectural Series: Rustic. 

Rustic architecture brings the outdoors into your home. Inspired by nature, this style offers a warm, comforting feel. The great news about rustic architecture is that it’s versatile and works well with other styles. So if you’re not sure you want to turn the feel of your entire home into a Rocky Mountain getaway, it’s okay to start with one or two rooms.

To enhance the rustic feel of your home, pair a Rustic Ferche moulding with:

• Exposed beams
• Stone accents
• Fireplace
• Pops of earthy color

With some finishing touches, you can easily make Rustic architecture feel rugged, or charming. To achieve a more rugged feel, furnish with rich colors and incorporate hints of leather, and metals such as cast iron.

For a more charming feel, incorporate the shabby chic style with lighter colors, and dainty patterns. Whatever look or feel you are going for, don’t be afraid to mix and match. The versatility of Rustic architecture lends itself to near-endless possibilities.

While creating that perfect vision can be challenging, finding the perfect mouldings for your home should not be. We’ve made the process of finding our mouldings easy, simply follow these 3 steps:

1. Visit your local lumber retailer.
2. Explain you would like the family of moldings that coordinate with the “Rustic” style in Ferche’s Architectural Series.
3. You’re done!

Here’s a preview of Ferche’s Rustic mouldings displayed in a natural knotty alder wood, keep in mind other types of wood species can be selected:

Rail:

 Base:

 Casings:

 Crown:

Architectural Series Spotlight: Arts & Crafts

Alright homeowners. We all know the overwhelming feel that can come when looking at remodeling a room in your house. What design should you try to achieve? After all, there are so many! If you see the Victorian style and think it’s too excessive, you might opt for the more modern route that evokes simplicity. But what about something in the middle of the spectrum? This is where ‘Arts & Crafts’ architecture comes into play.

This type of architecture refers to a type of design that seeks to create a look like that of the pre-industrial, handmade society. It melds simple design with a handcrafted look. Pictures below display the simple, square edges that are like that of the modern design, but wait! Before the mouldings are done, handcrafted details are implemented to add that “just right” amount of charm and embellishment.

If the Arts & Crafts style of décor sounds like it fits your decorating style, starting the remodel process just became a lot easier. First, use the architect approved set of mouldings for this style in Ferche’s Architectural Series as a base for your home. Here is how you can go about finding these mouldings:

1. Visit your local lumber retailer.
2. Explain you would like the family of moldings that coordinate with the “Arts & Crafts” style in Ferche’s Architectural Series.
3. You’re done!

To spread the “Arts & Crafts” architecture throughout your entire home, remember these key elements:

· Natural materials throughout the home
· Built-in furniture and light fixtures
· Fireplace
· Porches
· Low-pitched roofs
· Exposed beams
· Open floor plan

If you are still not sure if this style is for you, take a look at the below sample of ‘Arts & Crafts’ mouldings that can easily be integrated into an Arts & Crafts style home. Keep in mind different wood species can be used, the sample below is displayed in Natural Cherry:

Base

Rail

Crown

Casing

Architectural Series Spotlight: Modern

Recently, Ferche Millwork has introduced the Architectural Series, a professionally designed family of mouldings that coordinate with six distinct styles of décor for the home. We now invite you to learn about the third style in this product line: Modern design!

The modern style is often described as clean with simple lines. It strives to avoid excess in design that is apparent in other styles. Our modern mouldings promote simplicity, serenity, and a sense of cleanliness to your home.

If you feel that this look is what you wish to create in your home, do not forget about the design pairings that will help enhance your modern look. This means remembering simplicity in every aspect of the room. Industrial materials, open floor plans, and clean-lined furniture will complete this look.

But simplicity does not just lie in the style itself – remember that Ferche Millwork has made the process of finding the moldings easier. Follow these steps and you will be set:

1. Visit your local lumber retailer.
2. Explain you would like the family of moldings that coordinate with the “Modern” style in Ferche’s Architectural Series.
3. You’re done!

If you are not convinced yet, take a look at the family of modern mouldings that have been created to be paired with a modern home:

Rail

Base

Crown

Casing

Architectural Series Spotlight: Victorian

 Ferche Millwork is proud to announce that the Architectural Series can now be viewed on our website! The Architectural Series was designed as an effort to help homeowners find the perfect mouldings for their home. Ferche's consulting architect designed six families of mouldings that coordinate with six different styles of décor. Homeowners simply need to decide what their decorating style is and Ferche has taken care of the rest!

In the most recent Ferche blog, we went into detail about the Architectural Series’ first style, Art Deco design. This week’s spotlight is on the second style, Victorian design!

Much like Colonial, Victorian design encompasses many different sub-styles. Shown here is painted poplar moulding. Signature characteristics of this style include liberal application of decoration, intricate detail, vibrant colors and grand interiors. Victorian architecture is often adored for its majestic manner.

Here is a look at the pre-selected family of mouldings from the Victorian design. Like stated before, they are displayed in painted poplar moulding- but keep in mind they can be tailored to fit your needs:

Rail

Crown

Casing

Base

Does the Victorian design fit your decorating style?

Architectural Series Spotlight: Art Deco

Recently, Ferche Millwork briefly introduced the Architectural Series, a professionally designed family of mouldings that coordinate with six distinct styles of décor. We now invite you to learn more about each of the 6 styles of décor, beginning with Art Deco.

Derivative of Incan and Aztec styles, Art Deco is typically recognized by geometric ornamentation and low-relief patterns. Rich color, bold lines, and symmetrical shapes help to brand this style. In many ways, Art Deco design is timeless because of its futuristic characteristics.

Does this sound like your personal décor style? Ferche Millwork has made the process of finding the mouldings best suited for this style easier. Simply follow these steps:

1. Visit your local lumber retailer.

2. Explain you would like the family of mouldings that coordinate with the “Art Deco” style in Ferche’s Architectural Series.

3. You’re done!

It really is that effortless! You don’t have to worry about selecting a group of architecturally correct mouldings because Ferche has completed the work for you! Take a look at the pre-selected family of mouldings for the Art Deco style of décor shown in a quarter-sawn red oak but can be tailored to your taste:

Casing: 11/16” x 3-1/4”

Base: 9/16” x 5-1/4”

Chair Rail: 3/8” 2-1/4”

Crown: 1-3/16” x 4-1/4

Introducing the Architectural Series by Ferche Millwork

Mouldings bring value, beauty and character to any home. However, due to the tremendous number of options for crown, casing and base mouldings in the marketplace today, selecting the right mouldings for your house can be a confusing process. The market has asked for an easier method, and Ferche has delivered. We’re proud to introduce to you the Architectural Series.

The Architectural Series is a professionally designed family of mouldings that coordinate with six distinct styles of décor. Now, it’s as easy as knowing what architectural style suites you. For example, if your style is Modern, then you can simply tell your local lumber retailer you’d like to have the family of mouldings that coordinate with the Modern style of Ferche’s Architectural Series. Ferche has already done the tedious work of selecting the crown, chair and base mouldings best suited for that style. Finally, a moulding series designed by Architects but inspired by you!

While the Architectural Series isn’t available until later this year, here’s a sneak peek into the styles:

Art Deco

Southwestern

Rustic

Arts & Crafts

Victorian

Modern