Maison et Jardin - Décoration Intérieure

a long and narrow piece of wood attached to the bottom of the walls of a house

plinthe

a bag made of cloth that is filled with soft material, used for leaning or sitting on

coussin

a large ornamental piece of cloth hung around and above a bed or on a wall

tenture

a thing that is added to make something look more beautiful

décoration

a cheap and small decoration in a house

colifichet

something that is used to decorate a house, piece of clothing, etc.

objet décoratif

a colored liquid that you put on a surface to decorate or protect it

peinture

a long and narrow piece of wood attached horizontally to a wall, which is designed to hang pictures from

cimaise

the process or act of painting the walls of a building again or hanging a new paper on it

remise à neuf

an informal decoration style using items and pieces of furniture that look old and worn-out in a pleasant way

style shabby chic

a type of thick paper used for covering the surface of a wall or ceiling, particularly for decoration

papier peint

to adorn the inside of a house or room in order to make it more beautiful

repeindre

to attach a painting, clock, etc. to a wall using a hook

accrocher

to add decorative items to something in order to make it look more attractive

orner

to cover a surface or object with a colored liquid, usually for decoration

peindre

to stick a thick and often decorative paper onto the wall or ceiling of a building

mettre du papier peint

to change the appearance of a room by applying new paint or wallpaper

redécorer

a small object, typically made of metal or wood, that is placed on either end of a row of books to keep them standing upright and prevent them from falling over

serre-livres

a block or stick of wax with a string inside that can be lit to produce light

bougie

any type of artwork, decoration or adornment that is displayed on the walls of a room or space, such as paintings, photographs, posters, tapestries, and other decorative items

ornamental elements like knobs, pulls, handles, hinges, and accessories that are added to furniture, cabinetry, doors, etc. to enhance their appearance

a decorative structure that holds and displays artwork, consisting of a frame and a protective sheet of glass or plastic

cadre

a small cushion that is used primarily for aesthetic purposes to add color, texture, and style to a room's décor

coussin

a container used as a decoration or used for putting cut flowers in

vase

a solid figure or object made as a work of art by shaping and carving wood, clay, stone, etc.

sculpture

a small decorative statue or sculpture typically made from materials such as porcelain, ceramic, wood, or resin

sujet

a plant grown in a container and used for decorative purposes in indoor spaces

a mixture of fragrant ingredients, such as dried flowers, herbs, and spices, used for decorative and aromatic purposes

pot-pourri

a vinyl or paper-based graphic design or image applied to a flat surface, commonly used for decorative purposes in a room's décor

a thick piece of handwoven textile with designs or pictures on it that is used for hangings, curtains, etc.

tapisserie

a suspended decorative object that moves in response to air currents or manipulation, commonly used for visual interest and stimulation in indoor spaces

mobile

a vessel, typically made of glass, ceramic, or metal, that is designed to hold small objects or to be displayed for decorative purposes

a standing light fixture with a tall base and a lampshade that provides illumination in a room

lampadaire

a small lamp designed to be placed on a table or desk, typically featuring a decorative base and a lampshade that diffuses the light

lampe de table

a timepiece designed to be mounted on a wall, typically featuring an analog or digital display and used to indicate the time

horloge murale

a tall wooden case clock with a pendulum inside that stands on the floor

horloge de parquet

a freestanding, weight-driven pendulum clock that is typically smaller than a grandfather clock and stands approximately 5 to 6 feet tall

a variety of textile materials, including tablecloths, napkins, placemats, and runners, that are used to cover and decorate a table during a meal or special occasion

la nappe

a decorative container with planted flowers that is attached to a small rope or chain to enable it to stay suspended from a building or other public places

panier suspendu

a large decorative container that is used to grow plants in

pot de fleurs

a decorative container placed outside a window in which people grow flowers and other plants

jardinière

a decorative object that is designed to hold one or more candles, typically made of metal, glass, or ceramic and used to create ambient lighting in a room

bougeoir

a decorative cover attached to a lamp for the purpose of directing or softening its light as well as providing some protection

abat-jour

a large mirror that is typically mounted on a wall or placed on a stand, and provides a reflection of a person's entire body

a decorative bracket or sconce designed to hold candles or lights and often features ornate and elaborate designs with multiple arms or branches

girond

a full-length mirror that is mounted on a frame with adjustable angles so that it can be tilted to various positions for optimal viewing

verre à cheval

a type of board made of perforated hardboard used for organizing tools and other small items

panneau perforé

a cloth covering placed or hung over something such as a bed or seat, used as a decoration or shelter

baldaquin

a flat surface made of glass that people can see themselves in

miroir

a decorative centerpiece consisting of a large, often multi-tiered, branching stand with bowls or dishes attached for holding fruits, flowers, or other decorative items

épergne

a decorative lighting arrangement consisting of a string or series of small bulbs connected by a wire or cable

éclairage à cordes