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Outdoor Tables
Outdoor Tables
Outdoor Tables are designed in a variety of shapes and materials to suit any lifestyle. Whatever you choose to do, we have the ideal patio table for you! Experience outdoor dining with our picnic tables and benches, and entertain friends by the pool with our bar tables and stools during long weekends. Indulge in utmost relaxation with your lounging essentials within reach nestled on side and end tables, and thoroughly enjoy a cozy and romantic dinner under the stars on our fire pit tables.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What are the three primary functional categories of stand-alone outdoor tables, and what is the best use for each?
A: Stand-alone tables are differentiated by their height and placement relative to seating.
- Coffee Tables: Low-profile tables (usually $16 \text{ to } 20 \text{ inches}$ high) designed to be placed in the center of a conversation set. They serve as a shared surface for drinks, snacks, and shared decor.
- Side/End Tables: Tables placed beside a chair or sofa ($20 \text{ to } 24 \text{ inches}$ high). They offer convenient, personal surface area for individual drinks, phones, and small lamps.
- Accent/Nesting Tables: Small, decorative tables or sets designed to be moved easily or stored under one another. They are used to fill small spaces or provide a quick, temporary surface area when entertaining.
Q2: What is the most critical material consideration for an outdoor table's frame and tabletop to prevent damage?
A: The materials must be completely impervious to moisture and UV degradation.
- Frame Material: Powder-Coated Aluminum is the premium choice for outdoor table frames. It is inherently rust-proof, lightweight, and durable, ensuring the frame will not corrode even if the finish is scratched. Steel frames must be heavily powder-coated and inspected for damage.
- Tabletop Surface: The surface should be non-porous and UV-stable. HPL (High-Pressure Laminate), stone composites, or high-grade poly lumber are excellent as they resist staining, fading, and peeling.
- Wood: If choosing wood, Teak is the best option because its natural oils provide internal protection against rot and moisture absorption.
Q3: Why is the flatness of the table surface and the leveling of the base important for outdoor tables?
A: A stable, level surface is essential for safety and usability.
- Flatness: Table surfaces, especially on slatted tables, must be flat enough to prevent items from tipping over. The gaps between slats should be minimal to keep glasses and small items stable.
- Leveling Feet: Outdoor surfaces (patios, decks) are rarely perfectly level and often have a slight slope for drainage. High-quality tables come equipped with adjustable leveling feet (glides). These plastic or rubber feet can be screwed in or out to compensate for unevenness, preventing the table from wobbling.
- Drainage: The tabletop itself should be designed with slight gaps or a raised edge to ensure rainwater drains quickly and does not pool on the surface.
Q4: How should a customer care for a Teak outdoor table to maintain its appearance and longevity?
A: Teak offers two distinct maintenance paths based on the desired look.
- Low Maintenance (Gray Patina): Teak can be left completely untreated. Over time (usually 6-9 months), the sun will cause the surface color to oxidize into a soft, silvery-gray patina. Maintenance is simply washing with mild soap and water once a year to remove dirt.
- Color Retention (Golden-Brown): To keep the original golden-brown color, the table must be cleaned (using a teak cleaner) and sealed with a Teak sealer or protector (not teak oil, which can encourage mold). This process typically needs to be repeated annually.
- Cleaning: Never use a brass wire brush on Teak, as it can damage the soft fibers.
Outdoor Tables
Outdoor Tables are designed in a variety of shapes and materials to suit any lifestyle. Whatever you choose to do, we have the ideal patio table for you! Experience outdoor dining with our picnic tables and benches, and entertain friends by the pool with our bar tables and stools during long weekends. Indulge in utmost relaxation with your lounging essentials within reach nestled on side and end tables, and thoroughly enjoy a cozy and romantic dinner under the stars on our fire pit tables.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What are the three primary functional categories of stand-alone outdoor tables, and what is the best use for each?
A: Stand-alone tables are differentiated by their height and placement relative to seating.
- Coffee Tables: Low-profile tables (usually $16 \text{ to } 20 \text{ inches}$ high) designed to be placed in the center of a conversation set. They serve as a shared surface for drinks, snacks, and shared decor.
- Side/End Tables: Tables placed beside a chair or sofa ($20 \text{ to } 24 \text{ inches}$ high). They offer convenient, personal surface area for individual drinks, phones, and small lamps.
- Accent/Nesting Tables: Small, decorative tables or sets designed to be moved easily or stored under one another. They are used to fill small spaces or provide a quick, temporary surface area when entertaining.
Q2: What is the most critical material consideration for an outdoor table's frame and tabletop to prevent damage?
A: The materials must be completely impervious to moisture and UV degradation.
- Frame Material: Powder-Coated Aluminum is the premium choice for outdoor table frames. It is inherently rust-proof, lightweight, and durable, ensuring the frame will not corrode even if the finish is scratched. Steel frames must be heavily powder-coated and inspected for damage.
- Tabletop Surface: The surface should be non-porous and UV-stable. HPL (High-Pressure Laminate), stone composites, or high-grade poly lumber are excellent as they resist staining, fading, and peeling.
- Wood: If choosing wood, Teak is the best option because its natural oils provide internal protection against rot and moisture absorption.
Q3: Why is the flatness of the table surface and the leveling of the base important for outdoor tables?
A: A stable, level surface is essential for safety and usability.
- Flatness: Table surfaces, especially on slatted tables, must be flat enough to prevent items from tipping over. The gaps between slats should be minimal to keep glasses and small items stable.
- Leveling Feet: Outdoor surfaces (patios, decks) are rarely perfectly level and often have a slight slope for drainage. High-quality tables come equipped with adjustable leveling feet (glides). These plastic or rubber feet can be screwed in or out to compensate for unevenness, preventing the table from wobbling.
- Drainage: The tabletop itself should be designed with slight gaps or a raised edge to ensure rainwater drains quickly and does not pool on the surface.
Q4: How should a customer care for a Teak outdoor table to maintain its appearance and longevity?
A: Teak offers two distinct maintenance paths based on the desired look.
- Low Maintenance (Gray Patina): Teak can be left completely untreated. Over time (usually 6-9 months), the sun will cause the surface color to oxidize into a soft, silvery-gray patina. Maintenance is simply washing with mild soap and water once a year to remove dirt.
- Color Retention (Golden-Brown): To keep the original golden-brown color, the table must be cleaned (using a teak cleaner) and sealed with a Teak sealer or protector (not teak oil, which can encourage mold). This process typically needs to be repeated annually.
- Cleaning: Never use a brass wire brush on Teak, as it can damage the soft fibers.