This document discusses different types of furniture. It begins by defining furniture and providing a brief history. It then outlines various types of furniture such as seating, sleeping/lying, entertainment, surfaces, and storage. Furniture can be classified by material, including wood, bamboo, wicker, metal, plastic, glass, and concrete. Several common wood types used for furniture like pine, poplar, and teak are described. The document focuses on defining different categories and materials used for furniture.