Here you’ll find 27 Furniture that start with F that begin with F, organized from “Fainting couch” to “Futon”. Items include seating, beds, storage, and accent pieces commonly used in living rooms, bedrooms, and foyers.

Furniture that start with F are named pieces or types whose common names begin with the letter F. Many names, like “fainting couch”, reflect past social customs and historical room functions.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Type, Typical materials, Style/Period, and Common uses.

Name: The standard name of each piece, so you can quickly identify and select items for research or sourcing.

Type: A brief category (seating, storage, tabletop) helping you compare similar pieces and narrow design choices.

Typical materials: Common construction materials list gives you a sense of durability, finish options, and likely maintenance needs.

Style/Period: Notes on style or historical period help you match pieces to an era or current interior trend.

Common uses: Practical examples of where each piece fits in a home, helping you plan layouts and function.

Furniture that start with F

NameOther namesTypical materialsTypical dimensions
FutonFuton sofaWood frame, metal, foam mattress, cotton or upholstery90–150 cm wide; 190–200 cm long (35–59″ × 75–79″)
FootstoolOttoman, hassockWood, upholstery, leather, foam filling30–50 cm high; 40–60 cm wide (12–20″ × 16–24″)
FootrestLeg rest, podUpholstery, foam, wood or metal frame25–40 cm high (10–16″)
Filing cabinetFile cabinet, lateral fileSteel, wood, laminate60–120 cm high; 40–90 cm wide (24–47″ × 16–35″)
Four-poster bedFour-posterWood, metalSingle to king sizes; headboard height 100–200 cm (39–79″)
Folding chairCollapsible chairMetal, wood, plasticSeat height 43–47 cm (17–19″)
Folding tableFolding table, collapsible tableWood, metal, laminate70–180 cm long; 60–90 cm wide (28–71″ × 24–35″)
Folding screenRoom divider, screenWood frame, fabric, paper, lacquer150–200 cm high; panels 40–60 cm wide (59–79″ × 16–24″)
Foldaway bedFoldaway bed, wall bedWood, metal frame, mattressSingle–king; folds into cabinet approx. 30–60 cm deep
Flat fileFlat file cabinetSteel, wood60–150 cm wide; 8–40 cm high (24–59″ × 3–16″)
FauteuilFauteuil armchairWood frame, upholsterySeat height 40–50 cm (16–20″)
Fainting couchRecamiere, chaiseWood frame, upholstery150–220 cm long; seat height 40–50 cm (59–87″ × 16–20″)
Farmhouse tableFarm tableSolid wood, reclaimed wood150–300 cm long; 80–110 cm wide (59–118″ × 31–43″)
Farmhouse benchKitchen benchSolid wood, distressed finish100–200 cm long; seat height 40–50 cm (39–79″ × 16–20″)
Field deskCampaign desk, portable deskWood, brass fittings90–120 cm wide; 40–60 cm deep (35–47″ × 16–24″)
Fireside chairFireplace chairWood, upholsterySeat height 40–50 cm (16–20″)
Fiddleback chairFiddle-back chairSolid wood (maple, mahogany)Seat height 40–46 cm (16–18″)
Flip-top tableFlip-top tableWood, metal hinges80–180 cm long; leaf thickness 3–6 cm (31–71″ × 1–2″)
Flip-top deskSecretary desk, drop-top deskWood, brass hardware80–120 cm wide; 30–50 cm deep when closed
Folding deskCollapsible deskWood, metal hinges70–120 cm wide; folded depth 8–30 cm
Folding stoolPortable stoolWood, metal, fabric seat25–45 cm high (10–18″)
Freestanding wardrobeArmoire, wardrobeSolid wood, veneered panels180–240 cm high; 80–140 cm wide (71–95″ × 31–55″)
Folding cotCamp bed, folding bedCanvas, metal frame180–200 cm long; 60–80 cm wide (71–79″ × 24–31″)
Folding bookcaseCollapsible bookcaseWood, metal hinges120–180 cm high; shelf depth 20–30 cm (47–71″ × 8–12″)
FootlockerTrunk, military chestWood, metal, leather60–100 cm long; 30–50 cm high (24–39″ × 12–20″)
French armoireFrench wardrobe, armoireSolid wood, carved details180–240 cm high; 90–160 cm wide (71–95″ × 35–63″)
Farmhouse dresserCountry dresser, rustic dresserSolid wood, painted or stained80–140 cm wide; 80–100 cm high (31–55″ × 31–39″)

Descriptions

Futon
A Japanese-inspired convertible sofa-bed with a foldable mattress; used as seating by day and a bed by night, common in casual and small-space homes.
Footstool
Low stool or small padded seat for resting feet; also used as extra seating or small side surface in many styles.
Footrest
Small support to raise feet, often paired with armchairs or recliners; simple function piece common in living and lounge areas.
Filing cabinet
Vertical or lateral storage unit for documents and folders, essential in offices and home studies; available in secure, lockable varieties.
Four-poster bed
Bed with four vertical posts at each corner, often supporting a canopy; historic and romantic, popular in traditional and period interiors.
Folding chair
Portable chair that folds flat for storage; used for events, extra seating, and outdoor gatherings; utilitarian and versatile.
Folding table
Table with folding legs or leaves for compact storage; common for events, craft work, and small apartments.
Folding screen
Multi-panel decorative divider used to create privacy or define spaces; popular in Asian and Victorian-inspired interiors.
Foldaway bed
Space-saving bed that folds into a wall or cabinet; practical for guest rooms, studios, and multifunctional spaces.
Flat file
Low, wide drawers for flat storage of maps, plans, artwork or large documents; used by architects, artists and printers.
Fauteuil
An 18th-century French open-armed upholstered armchair with exposed wooden frame; elegant and associated with classical and Rococo styles.
Fainting couch
Victorian-era chaise-like sofa with a single raised end, used historically for reclining; decorative and vintage-looking accent piece.
Farmhouse table
Sturdy, rustic dining table with simple construction; associated with country, farmhouse and rustic interiors.
Farmhouse bench
Long wooden bench used at dining tables or entryways; casual, communal seating common in rustic and farmhouse decor.
Field desk
Portable writing desk historically used by officers and travelers; compact, often with hinged tops and storage, favoured for travel-era design.
Fireside chair
Comfortable armchair traditionally placed near a hearth; designed for warmth and relaxation, common in cottages and period interiors.
Fiddleback chair
Chair with a narrow, central vase-shaped back splat resembling a fiddle; popular in late 19th–early 20th-century furniture styles.
Flip-top table
Table with a top that flips or folds for storage or to change size; practical in small kitchens and multipurpose rooms.
Flip-top desk
Small desk where a desktop flips down to reveal work surface and storage; often used for compact home offices and vintage study setups.
Folding desk
Desk that folds flat for storage; useful for small apartments, temporary workspaces, and portable office setups.
Folding stool
Lightweight, collapsible stool for temporary seating or travel; simple, functional, and easy to store.
Freestanding wardrobe
Tall storage cabinet for clothing and accessories not built into walls; traditional piece in bedrooms for hanging and folded storage.
Folding cot
Portable, low-profile bed for camping or guests that folds for transport; practical and temporary sleeping solution.
Folding bookcase
Bookcase with shelves or sides that fold for storage or transport; handy for temporary spaces or moving.
Footlocker
Sturdy chest originally for military use, now used for storage and as occasional seating or a coffee table in casual interiors.
French armoire
Tall, ornate wardrobe in French styles—often mirrored and carved; classic storage piece tied to provincial and antique aesthetics.
Farmhouse dresser
Low chest of drawers with a rustic, practical look; commonly paired with farmhouse or cottage bedrooms for clothing storage.
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