Friday, September 21, 2012

Give your design a lift with groin arches

Groin Arches Add Character to Your Home Design

Groin arches are among our most popular arches, and it’s easy to see why. Install them in just one room and you’ll quickly see how it transforms your entire home. Although it seems to be a very specific look, the groin arch can actually work with many different styles. With an intricate design and rich history, it’s easy to think that it should be reserved for Romanesque or medieval designs – but that’s just not true. Many modern homes incorporate groin arches seamlessly. It just goes to show that what you do with the arch is as important as the arch itself. The groin arch has its own character, but it really comes alive when you add a personal touch. Let’s look at a few examples.

This example shows that groin arches don’t have to be typical. Many groin arches are installed in hallways and entryways, and they span the entire width of the ceiling. This arch is inset into the center of the ceiling with a cove around it. When it’s dry-walled and designed, it’ll be a sight to behold. This design would be perfect to add character to a bedroom or media room.

And sometimes, groin arches are installed in small rooms to span the width of the ceiling. It creates a very dramatic effect, for sure.

When groin arches begin further down the wall, the result is always more dramatic. Up until now, we’ve looked at bare arches. So now, it’s time to see how a finished arch can give character to a home. Because the arches themselves are somewhat elaborate, even simple artwork can provide a major impact. Can you imagine a hallway like this one in your next home design? It certainly has character.

Now, let’s talk logistics. Sure, groin arches have that “wow” factor, but that usually means it’s not going to fit in your budget, right? Wrong. Actually, our arches are quite affordable because they’re prefabricated. That doesn’t mean you’re going to get a cookie cutter product, though. Every arch is made to your precise specs (within ¼ inch).


Want to get started right away (and how could you not with such great inspiration)? No problem. As soon as we have your order, we’ll start building your groin arch. In fact, it’ll be on a truck en route to you within just five business days. So, what are you waiting for? Get off the computer and get out the measuring tape. We only need three measurements to get going.