Glossary - Fluted
- Circular grooves in a leg or post that is carved to the foot.
- Footrest
- The lower brace on a bar stool where the feet "rest". Sometimes covered with metal or brass for durability.
- Game Table
- Refers to a table that is used to dine on one side and game on the other. Has a felt padding on the game side.
- Gathering Table
- Table that accepts counter stools instead of chairs. Usually 36" inches high.
- Gimp
- Used to hide tacks and seams in upholstery. Form of fabric fold.
- Glazing
- A processing step where the finish is hand wiped and blended to show highlights in the wood grain.
- Grain
- The natural pattern of the wood. All woods have unique grains.
- Grille
- The wood or metal lattice used in glass doors on china cabinets and bookcases.
- H
- Height
- Hampton
- A style of furniture modeled from Colonial or European Style.
- Hand Distressing
- A distressing technique that is hand applied to make a piece of furniture appear worn.
- Hardwoods
- Made from broad-leaved, deciduous trees. It is higher in density than most and makes durable, long lasting furniture.
- Hutch
- The upper part of the buffet and hutch. Usually has glass doors for displaying china and storage.
- IA
Inside Arms (The measurement is taken between the inside of the arms.)
- Inlay
- When one type of wood is laid into another to create a two dimensional effect in the wood. Usually found in table tops.
- Jacquard
- A woven, patterned fabric named after the punch card loom inventor.
- Keeled
- Cabriole Legs feature this sharp edge.
- Lacquer
- Top coat of furniture. It is a protective, clear finish.
- Ladder-Back
- Usually has two vertical posts with horizontal braces that make the back appear as a ladder. The back can be constructed of wood or metal.
- Laminated
- When two or more sheets of wood are glued in opposite directions. This makes a wood that is lighter and more pliable than solid wood.
- Lattice
- A design that uses materials that can be constructed in cross hatched or "x" shaped designs. This is a design that is used on chair and bar stool backs.
- Loose Pillow Back
- When the cushions on furniture are not sewn into the piece and can be removed if necessary.
- Marble
- Marble is a stone derived from Limestone. It can be highly polished to a luster. It is one of the more durable and extravagant materials available. It can be found on bars, tables, and pub tables.
- Marble Veneer
- This is like the real marble, but only with a thin layer attached to an MDF board or similar. It is usually more economical in price, while still giving some of the same features of the real thing.
- Marquetry
- Wood or Ivory inlay. Usually made into a decorative pattern found in table tops and bars.
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