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How do you measure wood furniture?

Published in Furniture Measurement 2 mins read

To measure wood furniture, you'll need to record its height, width, and depth using these simple steps:

Measuring Your Furniture

Here's a table outlining the key measurements to take when measuring your wood furniture:

Measurement Description
Height (H) Measure from the floor to the highest point of the assembled furniture item.
Width (W) Measure the distance from the furthest left point to the furthest right point of the assembled furniture item.
Depth (D) Measure the distance from the furthest front point to the furthest back point of the assembled furniture item.

Here's a detailed look at each measurement:

Height

  • Start at the floor: Place the end of your measuring tape on the floor directly below the highest part of your furniture.
  • Measure vertically: Extend the measuring tape straight up to the highest point, whether it is a corner, the top of an armrest, or any other protruding feature.
  • Record the measurement: Note down the reading. This represents the overall height (H).

Width

  • Find the widest points: Determine the points that extend farthest from left to right on the furniture.
  • Measure horizontally: Hold the measuring tape taut and measure straight across from one extreme to the other.
  • Record the measurement: Note this down as the overall width (W)

Depth

  • Find the deepest points: Identify the points that extend furthest from the front to the back of your furniture.
  • Measure horizontally: Measure straight back from the front-most point to the rear-most point.
  • Record the measurement: Note this down as the overall depth (D).

By following these steps, you can accurately measure your wood furniture and have the critical dimensions (H, W, and D).

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