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What is the difference between a chair rail and wainscoting?
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The difference between a chair rail and wainscoting is placement and coverage. A chair rail is a piece of molding placed around 30 to 36 inches above the floor that is usually 2 to 3 inches wide. Wainscoting is paneling that usually travels from the chair rail to the floor, covering the lower half of a wall. On 1stDibs, find a variety of moulding.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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French, 17th/ 18th Century, Forged Iron Weathervane
Located in Buisson, FR
Unique hand forged iron weathervane. Beautiful eyecatcher, France, circa 1650-1750. Weathered. Measurement here below is inclusive the wooden base.
H:74cm W:32cm D:11,5cm
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Antique 17th Century French French Provincial Architectural Elements
Materials
Iron
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Located in Stockbridge, GB
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Located in London, GB
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Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing period piece.
Beautiful small iron door that most likely once had its place in an Italian Chapel.
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Antique 17th Century Italian Architectural Elements
Materials
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Located in Tyler, TX
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Beautiful LARGE matching PAIR of antique English leaded stained-glass windows ~~red, green, ...
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Antique Early 1900s English Gothic Windows
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