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Fabrication: the process of creating an object |
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Faux: reproducing
or re-interpreting a finish on any surface |
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Felt: unwoven cloth, typically of wool, matted randomly in layers |
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Feng Shui: Wind
and water; ancient Chinese practice of harmonizing the built-environment with
spiritual forces |
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Fiberboard:
board of compressed wood shavings and glue |
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Filament: single strand of any kind of fiber |
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Finial: decorative
hardware, wood, metal or cast materials used to cap drapery rods, newel
posts, furnishings, woodwork, etc. |
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Finished Length: the distance from the top to the bottom of a window treatment
when completed, not including allowances for side seams, hems or headings |
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Finished Width: distance from side to side of drapery plus distance added for
projections |
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Floor Plan: a measured drawing of the dimensions of a room used in
planning |
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Focal Point: the point of a room that draws attention |
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Fresco:
painted mural or decoration done on a wet plaster wall or ceiling |
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Furbish: to give a
new look to; renovate |
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Furnishings: artwork, accessories, area rugs, cabinetry, furniture, lighting,
storage equipment, window treatments |
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Fur Down: drop in ceiling created with sheet rock |
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Futon Bed: convertible frame utilizing a cotton-filled mattress, which can be
used as a bed and a sofa |
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