Restoration resources for bungalow owners

With the growing interest in restoring homes to their original look, several companies help do-it-yourselfers find rare parts and missing pieces. Here are few that specialize in bungalow amenities:

Ÿ Urban Ore (www.urbanore.com): Based in Berkeley, Calif., this company recycles bathroom and kitchen fixtures, cabinets, vanities, hardware, light fixtures, doors, windows and more. Many items were salvaged from homes built before World War I.

Ÿ Ohmega Salvage (www.ohmegasalvage.com): Another Berkeley mecca, this company specializes in restoration materials for homeowners, architects and contractors. Its online gallery features examples of what people have done with their Ohmega finds.

Ÿ Heritage Tile (www.subwaytile.com): This Wisconsin company makes subway and hexagon tiles that not only match the originals but also come in a wide range of colors.

Ÿ Motowi Tile (www.motawi.com): Based in Ann Arbor, Mich., this tile maker hand-crafts art tiles inspired by the Craftsman motifs so popular in vintage bungalows.

For inspiration, check out these resources:

Ÿ American Bungalow (www.americanbungalow.com): Website of the popular magazine helps bungalow owners network with a blog, events and forums.

Ÿ Crafthome.com: The ultimate decor source for Craftsman-style homes, this website links to companies nationwide that specialize in bungalow-era products or reproductions.

— Debbie Arrington