Here you’ll find 33 Furniture that start with L that begin with L, organized from “L-shaped sofa” to “Lyre-back chair”. The list highlights seating, tables and storage pieces used across modern and historical interiors.

Furniture that start with L are a diverse group of seating, surfaces and storage pieces sharing only their initial letter. Historically, names such as “ladder-back” and “lyre-back” reflect visible motifs popular since the 17th century.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Description, Materials, Style period, Common uses.

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Furniture that start with L

Name Alternate names Category/use Typical dimensions & materials Description
Loveseat two-seater, small sofa seating 120 x 90 x 90 cm (47 x 35 x 35 in); upholstered, wood Compact sofa for two; common in living rooms and bedrooms from Victorian settees to modern designs, often upholstered in fabric or leather.
Lounge chair armchair, club chair seating 80 x 85 x 95 cm (31 x 33 x 37 in); upholstered, wood/metal Comfortable single-seater for relaxing; ranges from mid-century modern to contemporary recliners and tub chairs.
L-shaped sofa sectional sofa, corner sofa seating 260 x 200 x 90 cm (102 x 79 x 35 in); upholstered, hardwood frame Modular sofa with a right-angle configuration; ideal for corner rooms and open-plan living, popular in modern interiors.
Loft bed raised bed, mezzanine bed sleeping/storage 200 x 100 x 180 cm (79 x 39 x 71 in); steel or wood Elevated bed creating usable space beneath for desks or storage; common in student housing and small apartments.
Longcase clock grandfather clock decorative/timepiece 230 x 50 x 30 cm (90 x 20 x 12 in); oak, brass Tall freestanding clock with pendulum; iconic 17th–19th-century furniture piece blending timekeeping and cabinetry.
Lowboy dressing table, bedside chest storage/surface 90 x 45 x 75 cm (35 x 18 x 30 in); oak, walnut Short chest of drawers or small dressing table popular in 18th-century furniture, often ornate with turned legs.
Ladderback chair slat-back chair seating 45 x 45 x 95 cm (18 x 18 x 37 in); oak, rush seat Classic chair with horizontal slats on the back; rustic and farmhouse styles date back centuries.
Ladder shelf leaning shelf, ladder bookcase display/storage 80 x 40 x 180 cm (31 x 16 x 71 in); pine, metal Shelving unit that leans against a wall; popular for casual storage and display in contemporary homes.
Linen press linen cupboard, clothes press storage 120 x 60 x 180 cm (47 x 24 x 71 in); pine, painted wood Tall cupboard for storing linens and clothing; common in Georgian and Victorian homes as freestanding storage.
Linen chest blanket chest, hope chest storage 120 x 50 x 60 cm (47 x 20 x 24 in); cedar, oak Low storage chest for linens or keepsakes; historically used for dowries and bedroom storage.
Library table reading table, study table surface/work 150 x 70 x 75 cm (59 x 28 x 30 in); mahogany, oak Large table for reading or research; found in libraries and studies from Georgian to modern designs.
Lectern reading stand, podium display/surface 60 x 40 x 110 cm (24 x 16 x 43 in); wood, metal Sloped stand for books or notes used in churches, schools, and lecture halls; freestanding and portable types exist.
Lap desk portable desk, writing slope surface/portable 40 x 30 x 10 cm (16 x 12 x 4 in); wood, leather Small portable desk for writing or using a laptop on the lap; common in 18th–19th-century travel and modern home use.
Loo table half-moon table, Pembroke table variant surface 76 x 40 x 74 cm (30 x 16 x 29 in); mahogany, walnut Small round or semicircular side table once used in 18th–19th-century parlors, often placed against walls.
Laundry hamper clothes bin, wash basket storage 50 x 40 x 60 cm (20 x 16 x 24 in); wicker, canvas Container for dirty laundry; freestanding hampers range from rustic baskets to modern ventilated boxes.
Lamp table side table, end table surface 60 x 50 x 60 cm (24 x 20 x 24 in); hardwood, glass Small table designed to hold lamps beside seating; practical bedside or living-room surface.
Lampstand floor stand, torchère lighting furniture 150 x 30 x 30 cm (59 x 12 x 12 in); wood, metal Tall stand for lamps or candles; blends lighting with furniture in traditional and contemporary rooms.
Larder larder cupboard, food cupboard storage 120 x 60 x 180 cm (47 x 24 x 71 in); pine, painted wood Cabinet or cupboard for food storage before refrigeration; historic kitchens featured built-in or freestanding larders.
Lyre-back chair lyre chair, decorative back chair seating 45 x 45 x 95 cm (18 x 18 x 37 in); mahogany, upholstery Chair with a lyre-shaped back motif popular in Regency and Empire styles; decorative and formal.
Long table banquet table, trestle table surface/dining 300 x 90 x 75 cm (118 x 35 x 30 in); oak, pine Extended table for dining or meetings; used for communal meals and formal gatherings across periods.
Lift-top coffee table flip-top table surface/storage 120 x 60 x 45–65 cm (47 x 24 x 18–26 in); MDF, engineered wood Coffee table with a top that lifts to table height, offering storage and workspace in living rooms.
Lift chair rise-and-tilt recliner seating 90 x 90 x 110 cm (35 x 35 x 43 in); upholstered, steel mechanism Recliner that raises to assist standing; common in assisted-living and comfort-focused furniture.
Lawn chair outdoor chair, folding chair outdoor seating 80 x 60 x 90 cm (31 x 24 x 35 in); aluminum, plastic Portable outdoor seating for gardens and beaches; lightweight, foldable designs vary globally.
Letter desk writing desk, secretary desk variant surface/storage 100 x 60 x 75 cm (39 x 24 x 30 in); oak, walnut Small desk designed for writing letters, often with pigeonholes and a sloped writing surface.
Library ladder book ladder, rolling ladder access/furniture 250 x 30 x 10 cm (98 x 12 x 4 in); wood, metal Tall ladder, often on rails, used to access high shelves in libraries and bookcases.
Low table coffee table, tea table surface 120 x 60 x 40 cm (47 x 24 x 16 in); walnut, glass Short table placed in front of seating; styles span from Victorian parlor tables to modern minimalist designs.
Log bed rustic bed, twig bed sleeping 200 x 150 x 120 cm (79 x 59 x 47 in); log wood, pine Bed constructed from logs or rough timber; associated with rustic and Adirondack style furniture.
Linen cabinet towel cupboard, bathroom linen cabinet storage 80 x 40 x 180 cm (31 x 16 x 71 in); painted wood, MDF Narrow tall cabinet for storing towels and linens; practical in bathrooms and utility rooms.
Luggage rack hotel rack, folding rack utility 60 x 40 x 45 cm (24 x 16 x 18 in); metal, wood Portable folding stand for suitcases; common in hotels and guest rooms for temporary storage.
Low cabinet sideboard, credenza variant storage 140 x 45 x 80 cm (55 x 18 x 31 in); oak, veneer Short storage cabinet used in dining rooms or living areas for dishes, media, or display.
Lounge sofa sofa, settee seating 200 x 90 x 90 cm (79 x 35 x 35 in); upholstered, hardwood frame Relaxed, deep-seated sofa for lounging; ranges from mid-century pieces to plush contemporary designs.
Leaf table extension table, drop-in leaf table surface 180–240 x 90 x 75 cm (71–94 x 35 x 30 in); oak, veneered wood Dining table with removable or folding leaves to expand seating; practical for variable guest numbers.
Loft sofa bed sofa bed, sleeper sofa variant seating/sleeping 200 x 90 x 85 cm (79 x 35 x 33 in); fabric, metal frame Compact sofa that converts to a bed, often with elevated or storage features for small spaces.

Descriptions

Loveseat
Lounge chair
L-shaped sofa
Loft bed
Longcase clock
Lowboy
Ladderback chair
Ladder shelf
Linen press
Linen chest
Library table
Lectern
Lap desk
Loo table
Laundry hamper
Lamp table
Lampstand
Larder
Lyre-back chair
Long table
Lift-top coffee table
Lift chair
Lawn chair
Letter desk
Library ladder
Low table
Log bed
Linen cabinet
Luggage rack
Low cabinet
Lounge sofa
Leaf table
Loft sofa bed
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