Leg styles are key not only to the appearance and functionality of pieces, but they can also be used to successfully identify many types of antique furniture. Furniture legs can provide clues to when a piece was manufactured, especially when considering how they are used in conjunction with foot styles.

How do I know what style my furniture is?

Look carefully at the bottom, sides, and back of the drawer; if the wood shows nicks or cuts, it was probably cut with a plane, a spokeshave, or a drawknife. Straight saw marks also indicate an old piece. If the wood shows circular or arc-shaped marks, it was cut by a circular saw, not in use until about 1860.

What are the major furniture styles?

We have tried to make understandable list of major furniture styles popular in homes.TRADITIONAL. Traditional style of furniture reproduces the classic decor with European flair. MODERN. CONTEMPORARY. TRANSITIONAL. MID-CENTURY MODERN.

What if my sofa doesnt fit through the door?

Place your sofa on its end, vertically, with the seat first, and then try to twist the piece slowly into the doorway. This trick usually works like a charm! Step 2: Just squeeze it. Sofas are soft furniture pieces so they can often be squeezed through smaller doors and narrower corridors.

Can sofa legs be replaced?

When you change the legs on your sofa, it not only extends its life, but also saves you money by avoiding a complete sofa replacement. Most sofa legs on recently made furniture are easy to replace. Over time, sofa legs can become brittle and crack, causing the couch to sit unevenly on the floor or list to one side.