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A Short History of Sideboards
September 14, 2005

The first sideboard was doubtless a simple shelf on the wall near a dining table used for plate and food during meals (in distinction to a cupboard which constituted a…
A Short History of Cupboards
September 14, 2005

One or more boards for storing cups formed the first "cupboard." As a place to deposit leftover or surplus food for distribution to the poor as a form of alms,…
A Short History of Cabinets
September 12, 2005

The term “cabinet” is now generally understood a medium to large size piece of furniture dedicated to storage, which is accessed by doors and may consist of many small drawers…
A Short History of Chests
September 12, 2005

A chest may be defined as a storage receptacle, larger than a box, with access through the top, usually via a hinged lid. It may also be thought of as…
A Short History of Chests of Drawers
September 12, 2005

The modern chest-of-drawers implies an actual case fitted with two or more drawers; any resemblance to an actual chest, fitted with drawers or not, is coincidental. In fact, any chest…
A Shaker Blanket Chest
October 1, 2004

Dovetails, figured wood, and traditional moldings enhance this timeless piece
How To Build Frame-and-Panel Doors
February 1, 2004

Five steps to building a door that will last for generations
Corner Cupboard
January 1, 2004

This space-saving piece enhances any room
Step-Back Cupboard
October 1, 2003

Build this elegant, 18th-century cupboard, and hone your hand-tool skills at the same time
Breaking with Convention
August 1, 2003

For a cutting-edge bureau design, you sometimes have to bend the rules

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