A chair rail is a horizontal molding that is typically installed on the wall at the height of a chair back. It serves both functional and decorative purposes. Originally, chair rails were used to protect walls from scraping chairs, hence the name. However, they have also become a popular architectural feature that adds visual interest and can divide a wall into separate sections. Chair rails are often made from wood and can be plain or intricately designed, depending on the desired style.
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