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A mixture of waterfowl feathers and down. Waterfowl (goose, duck) feathers are used because the quills are curved and provide a springy, buoyant feel. Polyester fibers are mixed with the feathers to give extra resiliency.
Dye Lot Because fabrics are dyed in varying quantities of yardage, consistency of color will vary. Therefore there will be differences in color from bolt to bolt.
Edge roll Thick jute cord wrapped in burlap. Used to soften frame and spring edges.
Eight-Way Hand Tied Springs used in upholstered furniture, in which each spring is tied in eight directions by hand securing the springs inside of the frame. This system creates even comfort and prevents "give" in the frame. This traditional method is believed to offer superior comfort, but has lost ground in recent years due to the advent of equally durable systems that are more cost-effective and less labor-intensive.
Drop-In / Machine Tied A pre-assembled, machine-made coil system designed to simulate the hand-tied version. It drops into the frame and is typically fastened at the corners.
No-Sag (Sinuous) A popular system using S-shaped steel components fastened to the frame from front to back. The highest quality versions use sturdy 8-gauge wire closely spaced and reinforced with horizontal steel supports. This method is used in many contemporary and traditional style frames.
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Dye Lot Because fabrics are dyed in varying quantities of yardage, consistency of color will vary. Therefore there will be differences in color from bolt to bolt.
Edge roll Thick jute cord wrapped in burlap. Used to soften frame and spring edges.Eight-Way Hand Tied Springs used in upholstered furniture, in which each spring is tied in eight directions by hand securing the springs inside of the frame. This system creates even comfort and prevents "give" in the frame. This traditional method is believed to offer superior comfort, but has lost ground in recent years due to the advent of equally durable systems that are more cost-effective and less labor-intensive.
Drop-In / Machine Tied A pre-assembled, machine-made coil system designed to simulate the hand-tied version. It drops into the frame and is typically fastened at the corners.
No-Sag (Sinuous) A popular system using S-shaped steel components fastened to the frame from front to back. The highest quality versions use sturdy 8-gauge wire closely spaced and reinforced with horizontal steel supports. This method is used in many contemporary and traditional style frames.
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Sinuous WireÉtagère A freestanding set of open shelves commonly used for displaying accessories. EIGHT_WAY HAND DIE
Exposed Frame Parts of the frame, usually arms or legs, are exposed, while the seat and back are upholstered. The combination of short slipcovers and exposed legs is a very popular new look
Finial A decorative detail that's carved or shaped to ornament the top of an upright piece such as a bedpost. Finials are commonly found in the opening of a broken pediment or on the topping a lamp. Common motifs include flames, urns, and pineapples.
Frame The wooden framework of an upholstered piece of furniture.
Full Grain Leather in which the natural grain pattern has not been mechanically altered. Full-grain leather features the genuine grain texture of the hide.
Hardwood Wood derived from trees such as oak, beech, maple, mahogany, and walnut.
Highboy Simply a tall chest of drawers. The style was developed in the 1700's and is usually composed of a base and a top section with drawers, which is often topped with a decorative broken pediment crown.
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Inlay Decorative patterns created with pieces of different woods or other materials, which have been set into the surface of wood furniture.
Kick Pleat An inverted pleat that's usually found at the corner of a flat or box-pleated skirt on a piece of upholstered furniture.
Kiln Dried Wood that's dried by a means of controlled heat and humidity in kilns or ovens to specific ranges of moisture content.
Knocked Down (KD) Furniture that is sold unassembled or partially assembled.
Lacquer A hard, protective varnish that is applied as a topcoat to furniture.
Laminate Any thin material such as wood or plastic that's glued to the exterior of a cabinet or other surface.
Loose Pillow Back A pillow treatment that can be removed from an upholstered piece of furniture.
Matte Finish A finish that's more flat than shiny.
Microfiber A fabric that's tightly woven from a very fine poly thread and has a suede like finish. Microfiber fabric is water repellent due to its construction process and when specially treated it can also be waterproof.
Modular Furniture units that can be rearranged or stacked in different configurations.
Nailheads Decorative brass nails attaching fabric or leather to a frame, thereby outlining its design elements. Nailhead trim is often applied along the arms and backs of upholstered pieces such as sofas.
Natural Grain Leather A leather with an unaltered grain.
Nubuck Leather that has had its finish surface-buffed to produce a slight nap or suede-like appearance. Nubuck is aniline dyed top grain leather, so it lasts longer and shows more natural markings. Because of its nap, nubuck often receives a protective coating to guard against stains and markings.
Occasional Table General term for small pieces of furniture such as coffee and end tables.
Kick Pleat An inverted pleat that's usually found at the corner of a flat or box-pleated skirt on a piece of upholstered furniture.
Kiln Dried Wood that's dried by a means of controlled heat and humidity in kilns or ovens to specific ranges of moisture content.
Knocked Down (KD) Furniture that is sold unassembled or partially assembled.
Lacquer A hard, protective varnish that is applied as a topcoat to furniture.
Laminate Any thin material such as wood or plastic that's glued to the exterior of a cabinet or other surface.
Loose Pillow Back A pillow treatment that can be removed from an upholstered piece of furniture.
Matte Finish A finish that's more flat than shiny.
Microfiber A fabric that's tightly woven from a very fine poly thread and has a suede like finish. Microfiber fabric is water repellent due to its construction process and when specially treated it can also be waterproof.
Modular Furniture units that can be rearranged or stacked in different configurations.
Nailheads Decorative brass nails attaching fabric or leather to a frame, thereby outlining its design elements. Nailhead trim is often applied along the arms and backs of upholstered pieces such as sofas.
Natural Grain Leather A leather with an unaltered grain.
Nubuck Leather that has had its finish surface-buffed to produce a slight nap or suede-like appearance. Nubuck is aniline dyed top grain leather, so it lasts longer and shows more natural markings. Because of its nap, nubuck often receives a protective coating to guard against stains and markings.
Occasional Table General term for small pieces of furniture such as coffee and end tables.
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