Category: Victoria

The houses were cheap, most had between two and four rooms – one or two rooms downstairs, and one or two rooms upstairs, but Victorian families were big with perhaps four or five children. There was no water, and no toilet. What rooms did Victorian houses have? The top floor would typically house the servants […]

It’s because of their design and the quality materials used that have made them a popular feature of many cities in the UK and the demand means that the resale value for a Victorian house is strong. Are Victorian houses worth more? Victorian houses often have bigger room sizes and gardens than new builds, which […]

They were a luxury that would replace most kitchen cabinets. They consisted of lower cabinets, a bar for prepping food, and an upper cabinet. The upper cabinet had a flour mill and spice rack. Similar cabinets were hutches, pie safes, and Welsh dressers. What is a Victorian kitchen called? What was the purpose of the […]

The average wage in the 1850s was about 15 shillings (75p) a week. Many children got just 5 shillings (25p) a week, or less. While thousands of children worked down the mine, thousands of others worked in the cotton mills. How much did Victorians get paid? A labourer’s average wage was between 20 and 30 […]

blueberry blue. Victoria Blue is a midtone, pure, blueberry blue with a wisteria undertone. It is a perfect paint color for a living space. What colors are Victorian colors? What colour paint did the Victorians use? The traditional Victorian colour palette was dark and consisted of dark, rich and deep shades of maroon, red, burgundy, […]

In terms of residential architecture, Victorian style homes are most prevalent in Sydney and Melbourne, though the iconic buildings can be found extensively across Australia. What is a Victorian house Australia? Victorian. Victorian architecture is grouped into three different periods: early (circa 1804-1860); mid (1861 to 1875); and late (1876 to 1901). Early Victorian homes […]

The fashion of the 19th century is renowned for its corsets, bonnets, top hats, bustles and petticoats. Women’s fashion during the Victorian period was largely dominated by full skirts, which gradually moved to the back of the silhouette. What did rich Victorians wear? Once of school age they wore suits or short trousers and jackets […]

Here are some simple and effective ideas: Install Exterior Trim. Put Up Crown Moldings. Surround the Property with an Iron Fence. Switch to Vintage Plumbing. Mount a Few Gargoyles. Use Wooden Doors. Vintage Light Fixtures. Build a Greenhouse Conservatory. How do I make the outside of my house look Victorian? Victorian homes typically include these […]

One of the most obvious ways that women displayed mourning was through their clothing. Society expected them to wear only black clothing during this time to symbolize their grief and spiritual darkness. Dresses were made of non-reflective silk or crepe and jet jewelry or pearls could be worn in modest amounts. Why did Victorians always […]

A labourer’s average wage was between 20 and 30 shillings a week in London, probably less in the provinces. This would just cover his rent, and a very sparse diet for him and his family. How much did people get paid in 1800s? During the late 19th century, the average American worker was jobless for […]