I think that regardless of what you do for a living, you probably have your own lingo. While I always try to speak in terms that people will understand, it's inevitable that sometimes, I slip. It usually results in long pauses from the client or a perplexed look, couple with a tip of the head. As in, "I'm sorry, what?!".
So for anyone I may have confused or may confuse in the future, here are some clarifications for you.
Accessories: Accessories encompasses many different articles but here's the gist of it!
- Artwork: Paintings, prints, metal, photography, frames, mirrors...basically anything we put on the walls
- Books, magazines
- Vessels: Vases, bowls, baskets, trays...
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- Candles, candle holders, lanterns, fountains, sculptures...
Window Treatments:
- Curtains
- Blinds
- Roman Shades
- Sheers
- Shutters
- Valances
Flooring:
- Hardwood
- Bamboo
- Laminate
- Hard Suface Tile: ceramic. porcelain, marble, granite...
- Vinyl
- Linoleum
Lighting:*
- Lamps
- Pendants
- Recessed
- Track
- Chandeliers
- Sconces
- Neons
*Lighting is one of the most important facets of decorating and often the one most overlooked. Lighting can change a room entirely and is an important mood setter, regardless of the room you are in.
Soft Goods:
Soft goods pretty much encompasses anything you have made from fabric (with the exception of furniture, of course.)
- Linens
- Throw pillows
- Blankets/Throws
- Towels
Casegoods (aka furniture):
Yes, furniture by another name!
- Tables
- Chairs
- Credenzas
- Armoires
- Sideboards
- Desks
- Bookcases...
- Upholstered furniture: Sofas, Loveseats, Ottomans, Accent Chairs, Club Chairs, Recliners...
See? Not so hard but yes, I suppose it can become confusing to those who aren't at all familiar with the terms or how to decorate. Hoping we have been able to clear it up for you!
