Quality wood furniture can last a lifetime and is often a treasured , passed down through multiple generations. Still, even the highest quality wood is susceptible to scratches and abrasions if not properly cared for. When purchasing furniture, it’s always a good idea to ask for specific cleaning and care instructions. For furnishings already in
The Advantages of Wooden Furniture The most practical advantage of wood furniture is its strength. Hardwood tabletops, desktops, and shelves won’t sag over time the way cheaper woods like plywood, particleboard, and fiberboard can. It can maintain that strength for decades—century-old furniture is routinely found in usable condition in attics and basements. The bookcase my
In Uganda, wood furniture making was introduced in the early 1900s by the British Colonial Government. During this time, majority of the natural high forests were intact with an abundance of hard woods among which mahoganies (Khaya and Entandrophragma spp) and Mvule (Milicia excelsa) were the timber species preferred by the furniture industry (Upton, 1996).
A couch or sofa is a major furniture investment, and one you may live with for decades, so it’s important to make a good decision. Style preferences are a personal matter, but when it comes to choosing a good-quality sofa, there are objective criteria you can use to ensure you’re getting a sofa you can
You’ve just moved into your dream house, which seems to be quite a milestone for you. Everything ranging from its location, surrounding, and the overall design is perfectly what you’ve been dreaming for. But wait, you completely have no better idea of where to start with the furniture. The fact is, it’s never easy to
Arranging furniture can be a daunting task. When you’re faced with an empty room, filling it in a way that is both practical and pleasing can seem like an overwhelming task. But over the years, interior designers have recognized a number of simple, easy-to-apply principles that work. Just follow these common sense rules and you’ll
