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Ebeniste
French term for cabinetmaker.
| | Ebony
(Ceylon, India, Africa) Has gray sapwood, deep black heartwood. Hard and fine grained; used for veneers and inlays.
| Egg
A classic carving motif, suggesting alternating eggs and darts, used mostly in cornices.
| | Eggshell
Featuring a slightly higher sheen than a matte finish, an eggshell finish provides a delicate balance between washability and subtle gloss. Eggshell is versatile enough for most rooms.
| Eight
The method of tying springs of upholstered furniture to the base with twine running from front to back, side to side, and diagonally, hence the term 8-way; used in better upholstery.
| | Elasticity
The ability of paint or caulk to expand and contract with the substrate without cracking.
| Embroidery
A decoration in needlework executed by hand on fabric already woven.
| | Enamel
A broad classification of paints that have a hard finish. They may be flat, glossy or semi-glossy.
| Escritoire
A writing desk containing, with other drawer compartments and pigeon holes, one or more secret ones. The English word “secretary” was derived from this.
| | Escutcheon
Name applied to a shield upon which a coat of arms or other devices are emblazoned. In furniture, fitting over a keyhole or the back plate of a handle.
| Etagere
A series of shelves supported by columns, used chiefly for the display of curios.
| | Evolute
Recurrent wave scroll used to decorate friezes and bands.
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