Live Edge Coffee Tables and What You Need to Know 

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Live Edge Coffee Tables and What You Need to Know

Types of Live Edge Coffee Tables

Specifications and Maintenance

Uses of Live Edge Coffee Tables

How to Choose a Live Edge Coffee Table

Order your Live Edge Coffee Table Today!

Types of Live Edge Coffee Tables

Understanding the types of live-edge coffee tables is crucial when making a purchase. These tips will help you select the best table for your living space. 

Coffee tables are available in several designs and shapes to suit your preferences. The legs of these tables play a significant role as a design element. The type of legs fitted on the table is essential, as they can affect the overall aesthetic. Most furniture makers provide different leg options, typically made from wood, stainless steel, or lucite. 

Designs include epoxy resin tables with crevices filled with epoxy, which create a striking contrast between the wood's natural grain and the epoxy's color. River glass tables have pieces of tempered glass placed between the live edges, providing a beautiful luminescent look.

Specifications and Maintenance

Coffee tables come in different shapes and sizes, depending on your preference and available space. Generally, they range from 48 to 60 inches in length, 18 to 24 inches in width, and 16 to 18 inches in height. But the size of the table will vary depending on your requirements. Measuring your space and determining the appropriate size for your living area is essential. Additionally, Coffee tables are typically made from solid wood, and the thickness of the tabletop can vary from 1 to 3 inches. When purchasing a live edge coffee table, it is essential to keep in mind the living space's size to ensure foot traffic and sufficient space around the table. 

Slabs can be single-slabbed, bookmatched, or multi-plank, depending on your wood species. Different types of wood include Oak, Black Walnut, Ash, and Maple.

Coffee table legs can be u-shaped with a powder-black finish. When deciding what kind of legs you prefer, it is important to see samples of tables with the legs to get an idea of what they will look like. 

Maintenance of the table includes using a natural fiber cotton cloth and dusting weekly. Avoid using harsh chemicals and water to clean the table, as this can cause the finish to crack over time. Make sure to use coasters and placemats to protect the table’s finish. Ask your furniture provider about finishing oil you can buy to protect your table and keep it looking brand new. 

Uses of Live Edge Coffee Tables

There are various uses of live edge coffee tables, including:

1. As a centerpiece in your living room: Live edge coffee tables can be used as a focal point in your living space, attracting attention and adding character to the room.
   
   
2. As a functional surface: Live edge coffee tables provide a valuable surface for placing drinks, snacks, and other items while you relax on your couch.
   
   
3. As a statement piece: These tables can make a bold statement and add a touch of elegance to any living space.
   
   
4. Live-edge coffee tables can be great conversation starters, especially when guests come.
   
   
5. As a work of art: The natural beauty of live-edge coffee tables can be considered a piece of art, adding a unique touch to your living space.

How to Choose a Live Edge Coffee Table 

When choosing a coffee table, knowing what size you are looking for is vital when browsing through different furniture stores. Sizes will be different depending on the dimensions of the wooden slab, but it should be big enough to fit snacks, drinks, and even game boards if required. These things should be considered before placing an order for your coffee table. When looking at the thickness of the coffee table, 3 inches is the maximum thickness, but anything between 1.5 and 2 inches is the standard thickness. Another thing to remember is how thick you want the table when looking at wooden slabs or finished tables. 

Knots, cracks, and imperfections will be part of the table's natural look and more apparent in live-edge dining tables. The height of the table in front of your sofa should complement it. The standard height for tables is between 14 and 18 inches. 

Order your Live Edge Coffee Table Today!

If you are looking for a unique live-edge coffee table to liven up your living space, Chicago Makers Studio is the perfect choice. Our website offers a variety of tables, from live edge and epoxy to river glass. 

If you don't find what you're looking for, call us. We can turn your vision into a reality. Learn more about our live-edge coffee table collection here.