FFF - An abbreviation of fine French furniture, that of which was designed in the reigns of
Louis XV, Louis XVI.
FACADE - Architectural expression referring to the front face of a building
FAR EAST FEELING - The atmosphere that results when objects touched by the culture of
the East (Japan & China)
FAUX-BOIS - Literally means false wood
FESTOON - Decorative trim carved from wood, molded in plaster, or painted to resemble rope
loops, wreaths or garlands hanging in loops
FILIGREE - Openwork pattern, pierced from metal or occasionally made of wood. Has
wonderful light-filtering qualities whether used at windows or for lanterns
FINIAL - Decorative ornament on the top or ends of post or rods
FLIP CLOCK - An analog clock with digital display is a clock which displays information in a
digital format, but actually keeps track of the time in an analog fashion. This type of clock is
commonly referred to as a "flip clock."
FLOCK - Powdered wool applied to wallpaper in a design to make it look and also feel like cut
velvet
FLUORESCENT LAMP - A light bulb coated with fluorite which glows when exposed to
electrons
FLUSH MOUNT LIGHT FIXTURES - Flush-mounted ceiling light fixtures are attached directly to
the ceiling without a chain or central stem. They are the least conspicuous type of ceiling
fixture and often designed not to be noticed. Some flush-mounted fixtures do hang down,
making it a bit easier to change the bulbs. These are known as semi-flush mount fixtures.
FOLK ART - Crafts identified with unsophisticated cultures but sufficiently interesting to
warrant inclusion in a decorating plan.
FREE FORM - One which does not follow any standard shape but flows in curves that are
unrelated to the circles, ovals, and spheres with which we are familiar
FREE STANDING - Furniture that floats in the center of a room rather than lining up along a
wall
FRET - Design cut out of a solid ground, usually in geometric patterns
FRIEZE - A heavy wool, line, or cotton upholstery fabric with a shaggy raised nap
FUN - Word used by professional designers and decorators when discussing the off-beat
elements in a room which may bring a smile or even a laugh
FUNCTIONAL - Furniture that performs more than the obvious purpose
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