Question 1

How do I mount elk antlers on a wall?

Accepted Answer

To hang antlers on a wall, you will either need to mount them on an upholstered board or use specially designed hardware. Seek the help of an experienced taxidermist to avoid damaging the antlers. On 1stDibs, find a collection of taxidermy.

Question 2

What is the difference between a living room and a family room?

Accepted Answer

Both living rooms and family rooms are gathering spaces, but the former tend to be more formal, often used for entertaining company, while the latter tend to be more relaxed and kid-friendly.

Question 3

How do you divide a room quickly?

Accepted Answer

To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.

Question 4

What is a dressing room in a house?

Accepted Answer

This is usually a small room, attached to the bedrooms within a house that allows for storage and is used for dressing in. If you want to set up a dazzling dressing room to get primped up within your house, then look no further than our tips on 1stDibs.

Question 5

What is a living room suite?

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A living room suite is a set of furniture pieces for the living room. It usually consists of a sofa with two or more matching chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage living room suites on 1stDibs today.

Question 6

What is a sitting room in a house?

Accepted Answer

A sitting room is a living room in the house where people sit. It is alternatively called a lounge, drawing room, front room, and family room — it’s a central room that binds the house into one unit. You can find a range of furniture, rugs and carpets, seating, and decorative objects to enhance the appearance of your sitting room on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What do you call a room divider?

Accepted Answer

Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.

Question 8

What is a server in a dining room?

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A server in a dining room is a slim piece of furniture placed near the dining table and is typically used to stage food before serving. Traditionally, servers were unassuming and provided surfaces for serving dishes — they occupied less room than a buffet or a sideboard. Newly designed servers include drawers where you can store dishes, cutlery and other necessary elements for meals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage servers.

Question 9

What is a study room in a house?

Accepted Answer

A study room — frequently just called a study — is a room in the house reserved for quiet and reflection. It is a space where you can study, work on your computer or read. A good study is spacious, quiet, neatly furnished with proper ventilation. Shop a range of antique and vintage study furnishings on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is a Victorian morning room?

Accepted Answer

The Victorian morning room is a room where the lady of the house prepares for the day ahead. The room is usually filled with light, bright furnishings and a writing desk where the mistress spends her mornings to keep her household running smoothly. You can find a variety of Victorian furniture on 1stDibs.

Question 11

What is a dining room hutch?

Accepted Answer

A dining room hutch is a cabinet that has drawers and shelves where you can store your dining items like napkins, spoons, and tablecloths. Shop a range of antique and vintage dining room hutch on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What are room dividers called?

Accepted Answer

What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.

Question 13

What can be used as room dividers?

Accepted Answer

The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.

Question 14

What is a console in a living room?

Accepted Answer

In a living room, a console is a type of table. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Shop a selection of console tables on 1stDibs.

Question 15

What is a living room set?

Accepted Answer

Living room sets are comprised of several pieces including sofas, loveseats, end tables, coffee tables, and lamps.

Question 16

What is a painting of a room called?

Accepted Answer

A painting of a room is called an interior portrait. You may sometimes see this genre of art referred to by the French term “portrait d'intérieur” or the German word “Zimmerbild.” Interior portraits were very popular during the Victorian age, and Queen Victoria herself owned several. Some painters who specialized in the genre included William Henry Hunt, Mary Ellen Best, William Henry Pyne, Charles Percier, Adrien Dauzats, Ferdinand Rothbart and Rudolf von Alt. Find a large selection of paintings on 1stDibs.

Question 17

Do room dividers fall easily?

Accepted Answer

Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.

Question 18

Are room dividers a good idea?

Accepted Answer

Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.

Question 19

How tall should a sideboard be in a living room?

Accepted Answer

How tall a sideboard should be in a living room varies. Most sideboards are 34 to 36 inches tall. If you're using a sideboard as a television stand, the sideboard should be tall enough to allow the center of the television screen to be at eye level. Otherwise, you can typically choose any size sideboard. Shop a range of sideboards on 1stDibs.

Question 20

How many colors should you use in a room?

Accepted Answer

According to many of the top interior designers, choosing how many colors you should use in your room should be based on the 60-30-10 rule. 60 Percent of the room should be a dominant color, 30 percent should be a secondary color and 10 percent an accent color. Based on this, three colors is the optimal amount to decorate with.

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