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What is the difference between carpentry and cabinetry?

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What is the difference between carpentry and cabinetry?
The difference between carpentry and cabinetry relates to what artisans working in these woodworking fields create. Carpenters use carpentry techniques to build furniture and framing for houses. Performed by cabinetmakers, cabinetry is the term for producing built-in storage in kitchens and other areas. Some cabinetmakers also produce casegoods, such as bookcases. Find a wide range of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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Weiman Biedermeier Salon Tables, a Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of Biedermeier style two tier salon side tables made by Weiman furniture, circa 1950. The round tabletops are covered in green leather with a gold tooled border, and skirts are decorated with flame mahogany veneer panels. Slender beveled saber legs support the round lower table which is marked underneath “Weiman Tables Heirloom Quality...
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Mid-20th Century American Biedermeier Side Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Rare Bookshelf Wall Unit by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik, 1950s
Located in Ranst, VAN
This rarely available bookcase, a true masterpiece, was designed by Arne Vodder and Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik in the 1950s It includes five cabinet elements, four bookshelves ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rattan, Teak

White Surfer Bookcase, Bookshelves, Design object
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add a Touch of Contemporary Artistry to Your Space with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves Design Object Elevate your interior decor with the White...
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2010s Turkish Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Office Chair, International Style Wooden Office Chair
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
Darwin added wheels to the office chair in 19th century. In the 1970s ergonomics was added to design criteria. Today, it is the key element for whom sp...
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2010s Turkish International Style Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Oak, Walnut

19th century folk art design french unique handmade wood bench
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
UNique handmade French folk art 19th century design wood bench Handmade production from center of France Very beautiful patina and wood colors Original very good condition Seat...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Folk Art Benches

Materials

Wood

Swedish Grace Art Deco Set of 2 chairs and sofa velvet Sweden, 1930s
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This set of furniture containing 2 chairs and one sofa are gifted with wonderful curved lines and newly upholstery. The mustard yellow velvet gives a modern and sophisticated look. ...
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Velvet, Birch

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