Furniture

This is not fixed to a surface such as a wall or floor and can remain in the appropriate upright position on its own

Built-In Furnitureis built so as to be an integral and permanent part of a larger construction:

This is designed to fill a particular space

and is fixed in place.

Selection of Furniture

• Style

• Space available

• Dimensions & design

• Ease of cleaning

• Durability

• Standardisation

• Method of construction

7. Method of construction Free from rough unfinished surfaces Joints tight fitting, well finished Drawers, shelves strong Doors- balanced, well fitting, strong hinges Sliding doors should move smoothly Handles : secure, convenient Free from surplus glue Castors: free running Free standing furniture : firm, legs well attached Cantilevered : Securely fixed Cupboards : stable, well balanced

8. UPHOLSTERY

Resistant to

Abrasion

Crease

Soiling

Tearing

Fading

Pests

...............UPHOLSTERY CONTD

Resilience

Non- Inflammability

Non- Shading

Easily Cleaned

Construction materialWOOD

Solid Wood:

Durable

Resistant to warping

Expensive

Plywood:

Does not warp

Strong

.....Construction Material contdWicker & Cane: Natural Reeds

Warps

Not durable

Pieces protrude

Block Board

Soft block

Sandwiched between hardwood

....Construction Material contdMetals:

Iron, Steel, Aluminium, Chrome

Easily Maintained

Durable

Tarnish

Plastics:

Expanded polyurethane

Rubber foam

....Construction Material contdPolypropylene

Light weight seating, tables, frames

Easily maintained but scratches easily

Affected by some solvents

Laminates

Durable,

Water & stain Resistant

Resistant to most chemicals

Brocade

Corduroy

Satin

Tapestry

Velvet

Leather

Leatherite