Now, let's take a look at a short list, not claiming to be exhaustive, of home decorating terms you may not understand, although you see them often on home decorating related websites.
- Armoire - A movable wardrobe, usually with one or two doors.
- Bookend - Object in a bookcase, designed to keep a row of books upright.
- Candelabra - Decorative candlesticks shaped as a pedestal, having arms for holding candles.
- Carpet - Loom-woven, grass or felted textile floor covering.
- Chandelier - A ceiling-mounted fixture with arms bearing lights.
- Chest - A rectangular piece of furniture with four walls and a liftable lid, used for storage.
- Easel - An upright support used for holding a painting for display.
- Interior decorating - The art of decorating the interior of a home.
- Interior design - The creative practice of shaping the interior space of a home.
- Light fixture - Electrical device used to create artificial light or illumination.
- Mantel clock - Small, moveable clock placed on the shelf, above a fireplace.
- Shoji screen - A room divider consisting of translucent paper over a wooden frame.
- Wallpaper - Material used to decorate and cover the interior walls of a home.
- Wreath - A ring made of leaves and flowers, used as an ornament on a table or hanging on the door.
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