1. June 2014 15:02
We have just added this fantastic Cast Iron Stove to our website: Buy Online Now
This particular stove is known as a Tortoise stove due to the "Slow but Sure" heat output that is produced and is made by Charles Portway and Sons.
This is Model Number 1, the smallest of the Tortoise stove and measures only 18" Tall and includes the original flue and stove handle.
It has been fully refurbished and polished by us at UKAA in Cannock Wood, Staffordshire. It is truly in fantastic conditon.
Take a look at our Original Victorian Tortoise Stove with a snippet from a later catologue from C.Portways:
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31. May 2014 14:57
We have just had in these two lovely batches of Antique Folding Chairs that were salvaged from Yardley Hastings Church in Northamptonshire.
There are 119 of a batch of slatted seat chairs and 44 of a lovely fenestrated seated folding chair.
Both have been fully refurbished here at UKAA in Cannock Wood, however the patina of the beech chairs have been left in their original state - we feel they have a lovely characterful patina.
The two batches fold exceedingly well as shown in the picture below:
The chairs are available to buy online now; these two batches and some more of our church chairs can be found by clicking the following link:
UKAA's Reclaimed Church and Chapel Chairs
25. May 2014 12:46
We have just added this extremely rare Victorian Shower Enclosure to our Website
The Enclosure is circa 1880 and comprises of the original Zinc canopy which sits on its cast iron base with a wooden plinth.
This item is completely original and even comes with the original porcelain taps.
There are a range of controls including Hot, Cold Shower and Spray (There are jets positioned in the sides of the canopy)
If you would like to enquire about this item please call the office on 01543 222923
22. May 2014 17:57
This morning we had this picture in our inbox from a customer showing their reclaimed church chairs in their beautiful home, we think you will agree they look absolutely fantastic!
Here at UKAA we have the largest collection and stock of church chairs in the UK to view and buy that have been salvaged from churches throughout the UK.
We only stock totally original chapel chairs that are of the very highest quality.
You may have noticed the "church chair" style in large retailers such as John Lewis, however we believe you cannot beat the antique construction and carpentry along with the beautiful patina and character of wear that you can only get from years and years of use.
Our Full Range of Church Chairs can be found and brought directly Here
21. May 2014 16:38
Please find below our Spring Bank Holiday Opening Times.
We are open Saturday Sunday and Monday from 10am till 4pm and outside of these times we will be checking our emails as much as possible.
Please call 01543 222 923 or email us at info@ukaa.com to book an appointment.
20. May 2014 09:00
Carron are now offering there exclusive Vintage Copper Finish on ALL their Cast Iron Radiators
The Vintage Copper finish is highly labour intensive but well worth it!
To get this finish we need to hand paint each individual section of the radiator in a specialist copper paint, the radiator needs at least two hand applied coats and then we apply a reactive agent to get the amazing Vintage effect. The finish is exclusive to Carron Cast Iron Radiators, cheaper paint finishes are available but this layered effect defiantly has the wow factor.
The image below is of a Victorian 760 that we have in our office
Please call the office on 01543 222923 and we will be able to quote for you or you are most welcome to come and view and see this finish in the flesh
18. May 2014 14:46
Here at UKAA we are blessed to be in the middle of the Staffordshire countryside and we would heartily recommend to explore our local area if coming over to view our architectural antiques.
There are some lovely local amenities including some walks for dogs with the ancient Roman Castle Ring in Cannock Wood village and not to mention some lovely local pubs to serve a cold beer or glass of wine to quench the thirst on these beautiful warm days!
Here is a picture of our bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) wood in full bloom, they are a beautiful flower that covers the ground like a lilac carpet, yet they only flower for a few weeks of the year - as fast as they arrive they disappear!
If you would like to book an appointment to see us and our lovely stock, please do not hesitate to call us on 01543 222 923 or email us at info@ukaa.com
To read more about these beautiful flowers, take a look at this Wikipedia Post
15. May 2014 12:20
We have just added this lovely Three Tier Cast Iron Stove to our website - this Dovre stove is very unusual in design and of a lovely vintage.
This stove also has the added decorative detailing of the Three Billy Goats Gruff over the entire surface that adds to its character.
As shown in the photograph below it is in fantastic condition, having reconditioned and polished it in-house.
This wood burning stove has a substantial door on the short side and incorportates an adjustable vent.
If you would like the enquire about this stove please do not hesitate to call us on 01543 22923, email us at info@ukaa.com or see our advert here: Vintage 3 Tier Cast Iron Stove
4. May 2014 15:44
At UKAA we can paint our original Royal Mail post boxes in any bespoke paint our customers desire.
Take a look at our post boxes that have been sent out to our lovely customers over the last week, from Racing Green to Bubble Gum Pink!
Of course you can choose to have the post boxes in their original Post Office Red colour, take a look at our current post boxes we have for sale:
Click for our online stock of Original Post Boxes
As you can see we not only hand paint the box we also paint the lettering in contrasting colours if you desire, our most popular colours are Gold or Black as was originally used on the boxes.
However we can order paint in in whatever paint you want and additionally can colour match to your hearts content!
Please do not hesitate to call us on 01543 222 923 or email us at info@ukaa.com to discuss your requirements
2. May 2014 15:34
Please see our bank holiday opening times below:
We are open Saturday to Monday from 10am till 4pm this weekend and outside of these times we will be checking our emails as much as possible
Please call 01543 222 923 or email us at info@ukaa.com to book an appointment
We will resume our normal opening hours on Tuesday