This list includes 41 Furniture that start with M, from “Magazine holder” to “Music stand”. These pieces range from small storage and lighting accessories to seating, tables and specialist supports used in homes and studios.

Furniture that start with M are items named by form, function, or period, often used throughout domestic and public spaces. For example, the “music stand” became common in Victorian parlors as amateur music-making grew in popularity.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Category, Materials, Style/Period and Typical Use.

Name: The common or accepted name of each piece, so you can identify and search for it quickly.

Category: Shows the broad furniture type such as seating, storage, or table, helping you group items for projects or research.

Materials: Lists typical construction materials like wood, metal or upholstery, letting you assess durability and care needs at a glance.

Style/Period: Identifies the historical era or design style, so you can match pieces to decor or understand their aesthetic origins.

Typical Use: Explains common functions and settings for each item, helping you decide where and how to use or display it.

Furniture that start with M

NameCategoryTypical materialsTypical dimensions/scale
MattressBedInnerspring, memory foam, latex, pocketed coils90 x 190 x 20 cm / 35 x 75 x 8 in
Mattress topperBedding accessoryMemory foam, latex, feather, down alternative90 x 190 x 5 cm / 35 x 75 x 2 in
Murphy bedBedWood, plywood, metal hardware, gas springs140 x 45 x 210 cm / 55 x 18 x 83 in (folded)
MirrorDecorativeGlass, wood or metal frame, sometimes backed MDF60 x 2 x 80 cm / 24 x 1 x 31 in
Mirrored wardrobeStorageWood/MDF cabinet with mirrored doors180 x 60 x 200 cm / 71 x 24 x 79 in
Medicine cabinetStorageMetal or wood frame, mirrored door, glass shelves50 x 15 x 70 cm / 20 x 6 x 28 in
Media consoleStorage/TV standWood, MDF, metal, glass shelving150 x 40 x 50 cm / 59 x 16 x 20 in
Media cabinetStorageWood, laminate, metal, glass doors120 x 45 x 90 cm / 47 x 18 x 35 in
Media standTable/standWood, metal, glass120 x 40 x 50 cm / 47 x 16 x 20 in
Magazine rackStorageWood, metal, rattan, wire40 x 20 x 50 cm / 16 x 8 x 20 in
Magazine holderStorageWood, metal, leather or fabric30 x 20 x 30 cm / 12 x 8 x 12 in
Mudroom benchSeating/storageWood, metal, upholstered seat, hooks nearby120 x 35 x 45 cm / 47 x 14 x 18 in
Mudroom cabinetStoragePainted wood, MDF, metal hooks90 x 40 x 180 cm / 35 x 16 x 71 in
Makeup vanityDressing tableWood, MDF, mirror, metal hardware100 x 45 x 150 cm / 39 x 18 x 59 in
Modular sofaSeatingUpholstery, foam, plywood frame240 x 100 x 80 cm / 94 x 39 x 31 in (example)
Modular sectionalSeatingFabric or leather over foam, metal feet300 x 160 x 80 cm / 118 x 63 x 31 in (common layouts)
Modular shelvingStorageMetal frames, wood or laminate shelves100 x 30 x 180 cm / 39 x 12 x 71 in
Modular wardrobeStorageMelamine, wood, metal rails, hinges200 x 60 x 210 cm / 79 x 24 x 83 in
Monobloc chairSeatingPolypropylene plastic55 x 55 x 80 cm / 22 x 22 x 31 in
Milking stoolSeatingSolid wood or metal30 x 30 x 45 cm / 12 x 12 x 18 in
Mobile pedestalStorageMetal or laminate, casters40 x 50 x 60 cm / 16 x 20 x 24 in
Monitor standAccessoryWood, metal, plastic60 x 20 x 8 cm / 24 x 8 x 3 in
Mirrored dresserStorageWood case, mirrored drawer fronts120 x 45 x 90 cm / 47 x 18 x 35 in
Music standStandMetal or wood, folding or fixed40 x 35 x 100 cm / 16 x 14 x 39 in
Massage tableSpecialty tableWood or aluminum frame, foam padding, vinyl200 x 70 x 75 cm / 79 x 28 x 30 in
Massage chairSeatingUpholstery, foam, metal frame, mechanical parts80 x 80 x 120 cm / 31 x 31 x 47 in
Meditation benchSeatingSolid wood, simple joinery50 x 20 x 20 cm / 20 x 8 x 8 in
Mantel mirrorDecorativeGlass, ornate wood or metal frame90 x 5 x 60 cm / 35 x 2 x 24 in
Moroccan poufSeating/ottomanLeather, fabric, foam fill50 x 50 x 35 cm / 20 x 20 x 14 in
Monk’s benchSeating/storageSolid wood with hinged seat120 x 40 x 90 cm / 47 x 16 x 35 in
Map chestStorageWood, flat shallow drawers120 x 60 x 60 cm / 47 x 24 x 24 in
Map tableTableWood, leather or felt top, shallow drawers120 x 80 x 75 cm / 47 x 31 x 30 in
Murphy deskDeskWood, hinges, fold-down front100 x 40 x 80 cm / 39 x 16 x 31 in (folded)
Multipurpose tableTableWood, metal, laminate140 x 80 x 75 cm / 55 x 31 x 30 in
Multipurpose ottomanSeating/storageUpholstery, wood frame, internal storage90 x 50 x 40 cm / 35 x 20 x 16 in
Magazine tableTableWood or metal, small footprint50 x 50 x 45 cm / 20 x 20 x 18 in
Music cabinetStorageWood, MDF, sliding or glazed doors100 x 45 x 80 cm / 39 x 18 x 31 in
Mobile kitchen islandKitchen island/storageWood or stainless steel, casters120 x 60 x 90 cm / 47 x 24 x 35 in
Mudroom lockerStorageWood or metal cubbies with hooks60 x 40 x 180 cm / 24 x 16 x 71 in
Mirror cabinetStorage/decorativeWood or metal case with mirrored doors80 x 20 x 60 cm / 31 x 8 x 24 in
Music deskDesk/standWood, sloped shelf, drawer100 x 60 x 75 cm / 39 x 24 x 30 in

Descriptions

Mattress
Comfort layer for sleeping; comes in foam, coil or hybrid constructions and sizes for single, double and king beds.
Mattress topper
Thin comfort layer added to a mattress to change feel, improve comfort or protect the mattress.
Murphy bed
Wall-mounted fold-down bed that saves floor space; ideal for studios and multipurpose rooms.
Mirror
Reflective glass used for grooming and décor; available as wall, floor, dressing or vanity mirrors.
Mirrored wardrobe
Tall wardrobe with mirrored fronts combining clothing storage and a full-length mirror.
Medicine cabinet
Small wall cabinet for bathroom toiletries, often recessed with a mirror on the door.
Media console
Low cabinet for TVs and electronics, with ventilation and cable access.
Media cabinet
Enclosed storage for audio/video equipment, records or media accessories.
Media stand
Smaller stand for a TV or media player; typically open shelving or small cabinets.
Magazine rack
Slotted or angled rack for magazines and newspapers near seating areas.
Magazine holder
Portable container for organizing magazines or files; smaller than full racks.
Mudroom bench
Entryway bench that often includes storage or cubbies for shoes and outerwear.
Mudroom cabinet
Tall storage unit for coats, shoes and supplies in an entry or mudroom.
Makeup vanity
Small desk with mirror and drawers designed for grooming and makeup storage.
Modular sofa
Sectional seating composed of interchangeable modules to reconfigure for space and use.
Modular sectional
Large sectional built from modules for flexibility in seating layouts.
Modular shelving
Adjustable shelving units that can be reconfigured for books, décor or storage.
Modular wardrobe
Customizable closet system assembled from modular panels and fittings.
Monobloc chair
Lightweight, inexpensive molded plastic chair common for outdoor and event seating.
Milking stool
Simple three- or four-legged stool historically used for milking; still used as a rustic stool.
Mobile pedestal
Small wheeled drawer unit used under desks for office storage.
Monitor stand
Raised platform for computer monitors to improve ergonomics and create desk storage underneath.
Mirrored dresser
Low chest of drawers with mirrored surfaces for bedroom storage and dressing.
Music stand
Adjustable stand for sheet music used by musicians; portable and lightweight.
Massage table
Portable or stationary table for massage therapy with adjustable height and padding.
Massage chair
Ergonomic chair for seated massage or mechanical massage functions in salons and homes.
Meditation bench
Low, angled bench designed to support kneeling or cross-legged meditation postures.
Mantel mirror
Mirror sized and styled to sit above a fireplace mantel as a focal décor piece.
Moroccan pouf
Round, stuffed ottoman originating from Morocco, used as seating, footrest or decorative accent.
Monk’s bench
Historic bench with a lift-up seat offering hidden storage; often used in entryways.
Map chest
Low chest with shallow wide drawers designed to store maps, prints and large documents flat.
Map table
Specialized table used for map reading and drafting with a smooth, protected surface.
Murphy desk
Wall-mounted fold-away desk that tucks into a cabinet or wall like a small Murphy bed.
Multipurpose table
Versatile table used for dining, work or crafts that can adapt to different functions.
Multipurpose ottoman
Ottoman that doubles as storage chest and seating; often used as a coffee-table substitute.
Magazine table
Small occasional table designed to hold magazines and small objects next to seating.
Music cabinet
Cabinet for storing records, sheet music or small instruments with organized shelving.
Mobile kitchen island
Freestanding island on wheels that provides prep surface and storage, easy to reposition.
Mudroom locker
Individual open locker units for shoes, coats and personal items in entryways.
Mirror cabinet
Wall cabinet with mirrored doors combining storage and reflective surface for bathrooms or bedrooms.
Music desk
Desk designed for composers or musicians, often with a sloped shelf for scores.
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