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Learn the language of home furnishings by reviewing
the phrases below:
1. Bachelor chest: A small, low chest that originated
in the 18th century
2. Bureau: A multi function desk
3. Commode: A small, low chest with door or drawers
4. Console: A small table, often with curved legs,
designed to set against a wall
5. Dove-tail joints: the strongest form of joint
used mainly on drawers
6. French Polish: a shellac based finish put on
by hand with cotton, the most authentic finish
used on fine furniture
7. Pedestal table: A table supported by a single,
centre base
8. Tallboy: A tall chest of drawers that takes
less ground space
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