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Furniture Terms Glossary

Browse definitions for furniture styles, materials, and construction terms. Use the search or A–Z filter to find any term quickly.

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Ladder Back
A chair back made from horizontal wooden slats similar in appearance to a ladder.
Laminate
A protective material used to cover countertops or tables for easier cleaning.
Lateral File
A filing cabinet which can store files side by side instead of only front to back.
Latex Mattress
A mattress made from latex foam which is antimicrobial and resistant to dust.
Lattice
A framework made from criss-crossed strips of wood or metal.
Lauan
A brown or dark red hardwood used in less expensive furniture.
Laundry Hamper
A large storage bin for holding dirty clothing.
Lawson
An overstuffed sofa with square cushions and a squat back.
Leather Match
A sofa with genuine leather used on the cushions, while the body of the sofa is upholstered with vinyl dyed to match the appearance of the leather.
Lime
A light colored wood used for inlays and marquetry.
Limestone
Grey stone commonly used in furniture and countertops.
Lingerie Chest
A narrow dresser with smaller drawers for storing small pieces of clothing.
Living Room
A common gathering area in the home, usually containing couches, chairs, and tables for entertaining guests.
Living Room Sets
Sets of furniture which can include couches, chairs, sofas, sectionals, coffee tables, end tables, and other furniture for your living room. Sets usually come in matching styles.
Locking Cam System
An assembly system for ready-to-assemble furniture which uses a metal cylinder that rotates to lock onto a joint.
Loft Bed
Also known as a Bunk Bed, a Loft Bed consists of two beds, with one raised on a tall frame above the other. Sometimes includes other additions like drawers and shelves.
Loop Back
A chair back in an oval shape.
Loose Back
Sofas with loose, detachable pillows.
Lopers
Poles that can be pulled from the sides of a cabinet to support a fold-down desktop.
Louis XIV Chair
A chair made from hand-carved walnut with a high back and a large, cushioned seat.
Louvered Doors
Cabinet or armoire doors that consist of horizontal wooden slats.
Loveseat
A small couch or sofa, usually for two people.
Lowboy
A short table or chest, sometimes used as a base under a highboy.
Luggage Rack
A folding rack designed to hold a suitcase during packing and unpacking.
Lumbar Support
A support built into the back of a chair to help hold the natural curve of a person�s back.
Lyre Table
A table with a pedestal shaped like a lyre, which is an ancient stringed instrument.
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