Wednesday, April 22, 2009

It's all about furniture

Furniture is the mass noun for the movable objects which may support the human body (seating furniture and beds), provide storage, or hold objects on horizontal surfaces above the ground. Storage furniture (which often makes use of doors, drawers, and shelves) is used to hold or contain smaller objects such as clothes, tools, books, and household goods. (See List of furniture types.)

Related Terms:

  • bed
  • bedroom furniture
  • chair
  • desk
  • dining furniture
  • furniture store
  • home furniture
  • kids furniture
  • kitchen furniture
  • living room furniture
  • office furniture
  • outdoor furniture
  • patio furniture

Furniture can be a product of artistic design and is considered a form of decorative art. In addition to furniture's functional role, it can serve a symbolic or religious purpose. Domestic furniture works to create, in conjunction with furnishings such as clocks and lighting, comfortable and convenient interior spaces. Furniture can be made from many materials, including metal, plastic, and wood. Furniture can be made using a variety of woodworking joints which often reflect the local culture.

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Furniture, furnishing and upholstery

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