Before you buy, make sure that the tabletop has been finished.
Finish is not only important for its appearance but also for its durability and ability to be repaired or used again.
A unfinished surface is one that has not had any wax, epoxy, polyurethane or other protection added to it. It has an industrial appearance, but very little protection.
You don’t have to use a high gloss finish in order to protect your floors from spills or stains.
We seldom think of the table edge unless we happen to bump into it or get something from underneath the table.
After painkillers are administered, it is easy to see the significance of this detail.
The table edge is a design that speaks volumes about your table’s quality in terms of safety, appearance, and function.
The table edge adds visual interest and enhances the overall design of a dining table.
It isn’t a significant element but it will add beauty to the piece.
The edges of reclaimed table wood are often straight, rounded, rough with a living edge or have metal/rubber trim.
Metal edging enhances the industrial look and feel of a house.
A straight or rounded edge can help maintain the table’s minimalist decor options and keep it looking clean.
Wood or metal bases can make the table look significantly different.
The steel base adds an industrial touch, while a wooden base keeps the table looking shabby chic while keeping it true to its age.
Think about the base’s design and aesthetic.
To ensure that your seats fit correctly, consider the location where the legs cross the top.
You must ensure that the supports do not obstruct leg space.
A base often includes legs, a pedestal or a trestle, which can limit the number who can sit at a table.
The apron supports the tabletop and limits your maneuverability.
The pedestal or trestle support allows more people to sit at the table.
The flexibility of the table’s side is enhanced by the use of a trunkle base, however they limit the area at the table’s ends.
The trestle supports should be at least a foot from your knees.
Although it is very popular, most people consider reclaimed furniture a secondhand product rather than an heirloom.
Reclaimed wood dining tables offer a sense of self-expression into a home with its rustic, aged, and age-old beauty.
Reclaimed furniture can be used in a variety of styles, including farmhouse, Tuscan, seaside, bohemian and modern.
Reclaimed wood dining tables allow you to create a space where modernism meets history to reflect your personal style.