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Organic Fabric versus Organic Fiber

Definition of organic fabric and organic fiber

Definition of Bamboo Fabric

Definition of bamboo fabric

Definition of Sisal

Definition of Sisal

Definition of Canvas Fabric

Definition of Canvas Fabric

Definition of Jute Fabric

Definition of jute fabric.

Definition of Linen Fabric

Definition of Linen Fabric

Definition of Hemp Fabric

Definition of hemp fabric.

Greige Fabric

Definition of greige fabric.

Newel Post

A newel post stablizes the vertical and horizontal pieces on a stair railing.

Twin Bed

A twin bed is the smallest bed made for adults.

Console Table

Read about a console table, a narrow decorative table.

Coffee Table

A coffee table is a convenient piece of furniture for a living room, family room, or den.

Polyurethane

Polyurethane is a material used to seal and protect painted and stained surfaces. Learn more here.

Camel-Back Sofa

Read here about a camel-back chair or sofa.

Armoire

An armoire provides storage for almost every room in your home.

Pine

Pine is a soft wood making it one of the most popular for a casual look.

Slipper Chair

A slipper chair gets its name from how it's used.

Lowboy

You'll find many uses for a lowboy.

Casing

Update the look of your home with decorative and custom casings at the windows and doors.

Banister

Learn about a stairway banister.

Mantel

A fireplace topped by a mantel provides display space and beautiful top.

Burl Wood

Pieces of furniture made of burl wood are beautiful, always unique, and often expensive.

Ceiling Medallion

Placed above a chandelier or ceiling fan, a ceiling medallion becomes a crown to the room.

MDF- Medium Density Fiberboard

MDF is the common name for Medium Density Fiberboard, an economical alternative to wood products.

Crown Moulding

Crown moulding is a decorative piece installed at the corner where a wall meets the ceiling.

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