We may consider furniture under two broad divisions, that which is
made to be handled and moved about, and that which is for use but not
meant to be handled or moved. We may add a third division in the
actual fixtures of the house, made by the joiner and meant to be
ornamental fittings or completions to the builder's and carpenter's
work.
Under the first head will be included light tables, chairs, couches,
and other movable objects; under the second, cabinets, book-shelves,
frames, mirrors, and so on; under the third head come flooring,
panelling, window shutters, door-frames, stair-rails, &c.