Design Dictionary: Ferrule and Sabot
Bernhardt's Jet Set Dresser with brass plated ferrules on the feet of the dresser.
If you are going to walk the walk, you should talk the talk.
What is the difference?
Nothing. Ferrule and sabot mean the same thing. Think shoes for furniture.
FERRULE AND SABOT: Synonyms. A metal cap at the end of a furniture leg.
The idea of "shoes" for furniture comes from the word "sabot." It means shoe in French and typically refers to a clog-like shoe, often made of wood.
Ferrule has an additional meaning. It also refers to a metal cap attached to the end of a slender shaft as a joint, for strength or to prevent a split. The cap does not need to be located on a furniture foot.
Examples
Ferrules and sabots
Ferrules capping the legs of this mid-century style chest
Louis XV transitional form table with gilt bronze sabots
Ferrule used as a joint
ferrule
Here a ferrule is used to hold the bristles of a brush onto the handle.
Sterling ferrules adorn this silverware and serve as a joint between the handle and the utensil.
Set of Antique Victorian Mother of Pearl Flatware Service With Sterling Ferrules
Mimic the look
Gold paint creates the look of long sabots.
Gold paint creates the look of long sabots. Great DIY
Sabots of a different sort.
Sabots also mean wooden clogs!