Author: Clint Curtis

The main difference between Victorian Steampunk and American Steampunk is that American Steampunk is heavily influenced by the American Wild West rather than the British Victorian era. Is Victorian the same as steampunk? These classic science-fiction novels play a big role in Steampunk culture and literature, but it’s important to note that Victorian-age novels were […]

The steampunk aesthetic is inspired by the fashions of Victorian Era in England (1837-1901), but also by the Belle Epoque in France (1871-1914) and the Civil War era in the United States (1861-1865). The clothing from these eras is often modernized by the addition of mechanical elements with gears showing. Is steampunk Victorian or Edwardian? […]

Located in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada is a short sail from Vancouver, Seattle, and the San Juan and Gulf Islands. What is considered the Pacific Northwest? Established in 1982, the Pacific Northwest (PNW) includes chapters from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, and Alaska, and spans three geographical divisions: The […]

For the upper classes, money was not a problem and these families could live however they wished. They lived in large homes with many servants. Children in these families were more often raised by nannies or nurses. Did rich Victorians have servants? The Victorian period in Britain saw a peak in the numbers of servants […]

The difference, in a nutshell, between a Queen Anne Victorian and a Folk Victorian is that the Queen Annes were built by the upper class and the Folks were built by the middle class. Hence, the smaller size, less ornate details and lack of towers in the Folks. Is Queen Anne style the same as […]

The term “morning room” comes from the 19th Century-era of interior design. It describes a place where the first sunbeams of daylight would flood the home and the lady of the house would prepare for the day. What is the purpose of a morning room? A morning room is an open space adjacent to the […]

between $250,000 and $600,000. Typically, most homeowners spend between $250,000 and $600,000. The average cost per square foot to build a Victorian-style home is $100 to $200. For homes with high levels of intricate Victorian architecture in their plans, the price can reach as high as $500 per square foot. Are Victorian houses worth it? […]

During the Victorian period (1837-1901), solid walls were still being used which were prone to rain penetration and became damp and cold. Some were rendered externally which over the years becomes defective, allowing it to trap rain which penetrates the property. How do you stop damp in a Victorian house? Installing extractor fans, drimaster eco […]

The fabrics used during Victorian era was cotton, linen, silk or wool. Many people have the impression that Victorian fashion was dark and gloomy giving great emphasis to black and dark brown. This is not true. What materials did Victorians use? Building materials were brick or local stone. Bricks were made in factories some distance […]

Victorian houses were built using the Flemish brick bond. The long side of a brick is called the stretcher. The end of each brick is known as the header. What are Victorian bricks made of? The bricks were made using special clay which was sieved or left in a settling pond to separate out the […]