Oak was used for solid-wood pieces, for the carcasses of marquetry pieces, for carved wooden ornament and for certain chairs. Walnut, ash and burled walnut was used for seating and movable pieces. Mahogany became very fashionable. Ebony came back into fashion and various fruitwoods were still used. Marquetry of colored woods continued, but in a darker cast. Turned elements again became common. Lacquer and Martin varnish were used. Porcelain plaques, copper, steel and bronze fittings were used. The marble of preference was white, gray or sometimes red with veining.