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Section 8 - HOME FURNISHINGS AND RELATED HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
Part A - Purchases
LIVING, FAMILY, OR RECREATION ROOM FURNITURE
- - SOFAS, including
| loveseat | | sofa bed | | sectionals | | futon |
- - LIVING ROOM CHAIRS, including -
| bean bag chair | | rocker |
| convertible chair | | swivel chair |
| recliner |
- - LIVING ROOM TABLES, including -
| coffee table | | lamp tables |
| end tables | | TV table |
- - PING-PONG TABLES, POOL TABLES, OR OTHER SIMILAR RECREATION ROOM ITEMS
- - OTHER LIVING ROOM, FAMILY, OR RECREATION ROOM FURNITURE INCLUDING DESKS, WALL UNITS, AND SHELVING, including -
| bookcase | | entertainment center | | curio cabinet |
| bar or portable bar | | coat rack | | gun cabinet |
| bar stools | | desk/chair | | room divider |
| card table/chairs | | foot stool (ottoman) |
- - LIVING ROOM FURNITURE COMBINATIONS, including -
| sofa, chair, and table combinations or suites |
DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN FURNITURE
- - DINING ROOM OR KITCHEN FURNITURE, including -
| buffet | | dinette set | | kitchen chairs |
| china cabinet | | dining table and chairs | | serving table or cart |
BEDROOM FURNITURE
- - MATTRESSES OR BOX SPRINGS, INCLUDING ROLLAWAYS
- - BEDROOM FURNITURE OTHER THAN MATTRESSES OR BOX SPRINGS, including -
| armoire | | chairs | | headboard |
| brass bed | | chest | | mirrors |
| bunk bed | | dresser | | night tables |
| cedar chest | | frames | | vanity |
| water bed | | mattress topper |
INFANTS FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
- - INFANTS FURNITURE, including -
| bassinet | | crib | | mattress |
| changing table | | dresser | | playpen |
| chest | | high chair | | toy chest |
| portable crib |
- - INFANTS EQUIPMENT, including -
| baby bottle sterilizer | | carriage | | stroller | | guard rail |
| baby monitor | | guard rail | | swing |
| car seat | | baby backpack | | baby carriers |
| baby jogger | | baby travel system | | baby gate |
OUTDOOR FURNITURE AND EQUIPMENT
- - PATIO, PORCH, OR OUTDOOR FURNITURE, including -
| patio umbrella | | chaise lounge | | picnic table | | beach chair |
| porch swing | | hammock | | canopy | | patio set |
- - BARBECUE GRILLS OR OUTDOOR DECORATIVE ITEMS, including -
| patio lanterns | | patio statues | | bird houses | | bird bath |
| fountain | | statue | | outdoor flag | | wind chimes |
| planters | | tiki torches |
OFFICE FURNITURE FOR HOME USE
- - OFFICE FURNITURE FOR HOME USE, including -
| computer furniture | | file cabinet | | safe |
| drawing table | | office chairs |
Do not include any furniture used exclusively for business.
HOUSEHOLD DECORATIVE ITEMS
- - LAMPS, LIGHTING FIXTURES, OR CEILING FANS, including
| chandeliers | | floor lamps | | recessed lighting | | ceiling fans with/without lights |
| sconces | | track lights | | table lamps |
- - OTHER HOUSEHOLD DECORATIVE ITEMS, including
| baskets | | mirror | | silk flowers |
| book ends | | painting | | wall hangings |
| vase | | fireplace equipment and accessories | | plant stand |
| wreaths | | seasonal decorations (Christmas) | | clocks |
CLOSET STORAGE AND TRAVEL ITEMS
- - CLOSET STORAGE ITEMS, including -
| garment bag | | shoe bag | | shoe rack |
- - TRAVEL ITEMS INCLUDING LUGGAGE, also including -
| attachÉ cases | | trunk | | travel garment bags |
- - STAINLESS, SILVER, OR OTHER FLATWARE, EXCEPT PLASTIC
- - NONELECTRIC COOKWARE, including
| casserole dishes | | roaster |
| pans | | saucepan |
| pots | | skillet |
| pressure cooker | | teakettle |
- - DISHES, GLASSES, OR SERVING PIECES, including -
| pitchers | | trays | | bowls | | cups |
| mugs | | plates | | platters | | crystal |
| stemware | | china | | Tupperware |
HOUSEHOLD LINENS
- - BEDROOM LINENS, including -
| baby blanket | | electric blanket | | pillowcases |
| bedspread | | mattress pad | | quilt |
| blanket | | pillows | | sheets |
| comforter | | duvet |
- - BATHROOM LINENS, including
| bath mat | | shower curtain |
| bath rug | | toilet cover |
| face cloths | | towels |
| tub mat |
- - KITCHEN, DINING ROOM, OR OTHER LINENS, including -
| cloth napkins | | placemats | | dish cloths | | small appliance cover |
| dish towels | | tablecloths | | chair pads | | doilies |
| covers for living room tables | | furniture protectors | |
- - SLIPCOVERS, DECORATIVE PILLOWS, OR CUSHIONS, CUSTOM OR READY-MADE
FLOOR AND WINDOW COVERINGS
- - ROOM-SIZE RUGS OR OTHER NON-PERMANENT FLOOR COVERINGS, including carpet squares
- - CURTAINS OR DRAPES (either custom or ready-made)
- - BLINDS, SHADES, OR OTHER WINDOW COVERINGS (either custom or ready-made)
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Last Modified Date: April 12, 2013