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Answered: Can mirrow be longer than sideboard?

Need more info. What are all the dimensions of the mirror? Can it be placed laying flat on the table to reflect the light fixture? Can it go directly across to the other side of the room creating a ...

Answered: Difference between parquet flooring and parquetry

Parquet flooring is composed of wood strips laid together (board by board at the jobsite) to form a pattern. Many types of wood species are frequently used to create an alternation of color in the ...

Answered: Difference between an Aubusson and a Savonnerie ...

A true French Savonnerie rug is considered a “winter rug’ and is heavier than an Aubussion rug. Aubussion rugs are lighter in weight and were considered “summer rugs” of the French aristocrats.

Answered: Draperies and curtains

Drapery refers to a curtain that is lined. A curtain is a general term for all hanging fabric window coverings. Drapery should never be referred as a “drape”. Draperies or a pair of draperies ...

Answered: How many bold patterns can I have in a room?

You are safe if you have one fabric that is bold in a room. Since it is predominate, you are better off not to introduce other bold patterns to fight with it.

Answered: What is a jacquard?

A jacquard is a fabric that is woven by a machine method that permits different designs and patterns within the weave itself. These fabrics are also referred to as “jacquards”

Answered: What is chiffon?

Chiffon is a fabric that is made from silk, wool or a synthetic (originally made from silk). It is a gossamer light, sheer, plain weave fabric.

Answered: How do Interior designers charge for their ...

There are 5 commonly accepted methods of charging a customer or client. 1. Retail 2. Hourly rate 3. Percentage Above Cost 4. Pre-Fixed Fee 5. A combination of two or more listed above

Answered: What is corduroy?

Corduroy is usually made of cotton. It is a type of pile weave in which loops of thread (alternating) are sheared, producing a deep pattern of rows and ridges.

Answered: What is gabardine?

It is an excellent upholstery material that is made from wool. It is a hard-finished fabric that is woven in a tight twill diagonal pattern.

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