Author: Anita Hummel
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Rubber Wood Vs. Maple Wood, Disadvantages And Advantages Of Each
When people consider buying furniture, sometimes they want to know if they should choose a piece made from rubberwood or maple wood. These woods have some similarities, but there are also some differences. Rubberwood and maple wood produce floors, furniture, cabinet, and other objects. Rubberwood comes from southeast Asia, and Maple wood grows worldwide but…
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Is Horsehair Used In Upholstery?
If you own an old settee or upholstery piece of furniture, you may find that it looks like horsehair is the stuffing for the furniture when you open it. As this was used long ago, finding a sofa with horsehair is not common. Horsehair is found today in mainly antique furniture that has been restored.…
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What Color Is Expresso Furniture?
When you buy furniture, they may tell you that your furniture is an expresso color. To some people, it may look black, and to others, brown. The expresso color in the furniture is a black-brown color, with some red and gold highlights showing through the color. The expresso color furniture can look more like brown…
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High Point Furniture Market, Insider Tips And Guide
I recently returned from the High Point Furniture Market after a 2 years absence. While I was on the plane, a woman next to me asked if I had any tips for her for the market as she was attending the market for the first time. I have attended the High Point Furniture Market twice…
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Is PVD Metal Coating Durable?
If you are looking at PVD metal, one of the things that many people want to know is how durable PVD coating is. PVD metal coatings are very durable. The PVD coating on metals is corrosion, rust, and scratch-resistant. PVD coating is so durable that it is an excellent choice for many products. PVD Metal…
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What Is The Difference Between Melmac And Melamine?
It was probably melamine or Melmac ware if you have ever eaten on a reusable plastic plate. There can be confusion about the difference between Melamine ware and Melmac ware. Melmac is the brand name of the melamine ware plates produced by the American Cyanamid Corporation. Most Melmac plates are vintage ones made in the…
