Here you’ll find 34 furniture items that begin with R, organized from “Rack” to “Rug rack”. Furniture that start with R cover storage, seating, and decorative floor pieces common in homes and offices.

Furniture that start with R are items whose common names begin with the letter R. A notable example is the rocking chair, a design with centuries of cultural significance across many regions.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Description, Typical Materials, Style/Period, and Common Uses.

Name: Shows the standard item name so you can quickly locate and recognize pieces across catalogs and photos.

Description: Gives a brief summary of each piece, highlighting form and distinguishing features you should notice at a glance.

Typical Materials: Lists common materials used, helping you judge durability, texture, and maintenance needs when selecting or sourcing pieces.

Style/Period: Notes design styles or historical periods associated with each item, so you can match pieces to interior themes.

Common Uses: Explains typical functional roles and placement ideas, helping you decide where and how to use each furniture piece.

Furniture that start with R

NameTypeTypical materialsTypical dimensions
ReclinerSeatingleather, fabric, foam, metal, wood100 x 90 x 90 cm (39 x 35 x 35 in)
Rocking chairSeatingsolid wood, rattan, metal, upholstery100 x 65 x 90 cm (39 x 26 x 35 in)
Rocking horseChildrenwood, molded plastic, fabric60 x 70 x 30 cm (24 x 28 x 12 in)
Roll-top deskDesksolid wood, veneer, brass hardware75 x 120 x 60 cm (30 x 47 x 24 in)
Rollaway bedBedmetal frame, wood slats, mattress, casters45 x 90 x 190 cm (18 x 35 x 75 in)
Revolving chairSeatingfabric, leather, metal, wood90 x 70 x 70 cm (35 x 28 x 28 in)
Revolving bookcaseStoragesolid wood, MDF, veneer150 x 80 x 40 cm (59 x 31 x 16 in)
Reception deskDesklaminate, wood, metal, glass110 x 240 x 80 cm (43 x 94 x 31 in)
Refectory tableTablesolid wood (oak, pine), iron fittings75 x 240 x 90 cm (30 x 94 x 35 in)
Refectory benchSeatingsolid wood (oak, pine)45 x 240 x 30 cm (18 x 94 x 12 in)
Round tableTablewood, glass, metal, stone75 x 100 x 100 cm (30 x 39 x 39 in)
Reading chairSeatingupholstery, wood, fabric, leather100 x 80 x 85 cm (39 x 31 x 33 in)
Room dividerAccentwood, paper, fabric, metal170 x 180 x 5 cm (67 x 71 x 2 in)
Rattan chairSeatingrattan, wicker, cane, cushions90 x 80 x 80 cm (35 x 31 x 31 in)
Rattan sofaSeatingrattan frame, cushions, fabric85 x 180 x 80 cm (33 x 71 x 31 in)
Rattan chestStoragerattan, wood frame, metal fittings50 x 100 x 45 cm (20 x 39 x 18 in)
Rattan bedBedrattan, wood, upholstery120 x 160 x 210 cm (47 x 63 x 83 in)
Radiator coverStorage/Accentwood, MDF, metal grilles70 x 120 x 20 cm (28 x 47 x 8 in)
Rolling cartStoragemetal, wood, plastic, laminate85 x 60 x 40 cm (33 x 24 x 16 in)
Rolling cabinetStoragemetal, wood, laminate70 x 60 x 45 cm (28 x 24 x 18 in)
Rug rackStoragewood, metal150 x 100 x 40 cm (59 x 39 x 16 in)
RackStoragemetal, wood, plastic180 x 120 x 40 cm (71 x 47 x 16 in)
RecamierSeatingupholstery, carved wood frame, fabric70 x 180 x 70 cm (28 x 71 x 28 in)
Rope bedBedwood frame, rope webbing, slats45 x 140 x 200 cm (18 x 55 x 79 in)
Radio cabinetStoragewood, veneer, metal hardware90 x 120 x 50 cm (35 x 47 x 20 in)
Ranch chairSeatingwood, leather, canvas, metal70 x 80 x 80 cm (28 x 31 x 31 in)
Reception chairSeatingfabric, vinyl, metal, wood85 x 60 x 60 cm (33 x 24 x 24 in)
Revolving bar stoolSeatingmetal, wood, upholstery65 x 40 x 40 cm (26 x 16 x 16 in)
Round ottomanSeatingupholstery, wood, foam45 x 90 x 90 cm (18 x 35 x 35 in)
Ribbon-back chairSeatingcarved wood, upholstery100 x 50 x 50 cm (39 x 20 x 20 in)
Revolving display cabinetStorageglass, wood, metal160 x 80 x 50 cm (63 x 31 x 20 in)
Rolling islandKitchenwood, stainless steel, laminate90 x 120 x 70 cm (35 x 47 x 28 in)
Rattan side tableTablerattan, wood, glass top50 x 45 x 45 cm (20 x 18 x 18 in)
Rattan coffee tableTablerattan, glass, wood45 x 110 x 60 cm (18 x 43 x 24 in)

Descriptions

Recliner
Upholstered armchair with a back that tilts and often a footrest—popular for living rooms and mid-20th-century to contemporary styles.
Rocking chair
Chair mounted on curved rockers for gentle motion; common in traditional, farmhouse and nursery settings.
Rocking horse
Child-sized saddle mounted on rockers; a classic toy/seat found in vintage and modern playrooms.
Roll-top desk
Wooden desk with a slatted tambour top that rolls down to conceal work surface and drawers; popular in 19th-century and traditional interiors.
Rollaway bed
Folding bed on wheels that stores upright — space-saving guest solution in homes and hospitality.
Revolving chair
Chair on a swivel base for 360° rotation; common in offices, salons and casual seating.
Revolving bookcase
Tall, rotating shelving unit for books and display; Victorian and Arts & Crafts examples are well known.
Reception desk
Large, front-facing desk used in lobbies and reception areas—functional and often stylistically prominent.
Refectory table
Long, sturdy dining table rooted in medieval dining halls and monastic refectories; popular in rustic and farmhouse interiors.
Refectory bench
Long wooden bench paired with refectory tables—simple, communal seating used historically and in rustic décor.
Round table
Circular-top table for dining or accent use; versatile across modern, traditional and mid-century styles.
Reading chair
Comfortable, supportive chair sized for relaxed reading—often paired with a lamp and side table.
Room divider
Folding or panel screen used to partition space or add privacy; common in Asian, Victorian and contemporary interiors.
Rattan chair
Lightweight woven-chair popular for patios and bohemian interiors; often paired with cushions for comfort.
Rattan sofa
Woven-frame sofa used indoors or outdoors, typical in tropical, coastal and casual styles.
Rattan chest
Woven trunk or storage chest used for linens or as an accent piece in coastal and boho interiors.
Rattan bed
Bed frame with woven headboard/footboard; favored in tropical, coastal and vintage designs.
Radiator cover
Decorative cabinet that conceals a radiator while providing a shelf—functional in period and modern homes.
Rolling cart
Mobile utility cart for kitchens, studios or bars; valued for flexible work and serving surfaces.
Rolling cabinet
Mobile storage unit on casters used in offices, workshops and garages for accessible filing or tools.
Rug rack
Freestanding or wall-mounted rack for storing or displaying rolled rugs—used in retail and home storage.
Rack
General-purpose shelving or hanging furniture for storage—includes garment racks and utility shelving.
Recamier
Low, backless or half-backed chaise originating in early 19th-century France—elegant for dressing rooms or living areas.
Rope bed
Historic bed frame where ropes support the mattress; common in vernacular and antique furniture.
Radio cabinet
Vintage-style cabinet designed to house radios and record players—often repurposed for modern AV equipment.
Ranch chair
Casual, low-slung chair inspired by rustic and mid-century designs; often uses leather slings or canvas seats.
Reception chair
Durable seating for waiting areas—typically simple, stackable or modular for commercial use.
Revolving bar stool
Height-adjustable stool with a swivel seat; common at kitchen islands and bars.
Round ottoman
Circular low seat or footrest that doubles as a coffee table in many living rooms.
Ribbon-back chair
Georgian/Regency dining or side chair featuring decorative carved “ribbon” crest rails and elegant lines.
Revolving display cabinet
Glass-fronted cabinet on a rotating base for retail or collectibles; blends display and storage.
Rolling island
Mobile kitchen island on casters offering extra prep surface and storage—popular in modern small kitchens.
Rattan side table
Small accent table with woven rattan base; pairs well with rattan seating in casual interiors.
Rattan coffee table
Low table for living rooms featuring a woven rattan base and often a glass top—coastal and boho friendly.
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