Furniture Flashcards

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What are 5 main types of natural materials used in different couches?

A
  1. Linen
  2. Wool
  3. Silk
  4. Cotton
  5. Leather
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What are the 5 main types of artificial materials used in different couches?

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  1. Polyester
  2. Nylon
  3. Acrylic
  4. Olefin
  5. Vinyl
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What are the pros and cons of using linen in a sofa?

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It looks very elegant but it is subject to easy wrinkling and staining so it is best used in low traffic areas.

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What are the pros and cons of making a couch out of wool?

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It is great at resisting staining, fading, wrinkling, and piling. Wool can also be blended with synthetic fiber to offer more durability and easy spot cleaning.

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True or False. Synthetic fibers are softer and less performance based than natural fibers.

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False. Natural fibers like linen, wool, silk, etc. Are softer generally but less performance based.

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What are the 6 softest materials for blankets?

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Fleece
Flannel
Faux fur
Cashmere
Wool
Chenile

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True or False. Typically, the longer and denser the fabric, the softer it will be

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True

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How is the hardness of wood measured?

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Through the “Janka Hardness Test.”

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