Trestle Table Assures Beauty And Practicality
The history of trestle tables shows them going back into Tudor times
. Varying from very basic to very ornate today's versions are priced accordingly. In the early West they were very popular as they could easily be placed in a covered wagon and transported to the next stop. The Amish, as well as other manufacturers, have become very adept at producing the usable Trestle Table with a very high quality finish.
Kings and other royalty of the Middle Ages were especially proud of the fact these tables were specially made. Often embellished with royal designs and personalized, they signified that only the best was suited for their position in life. The common man also had these tables, but they were very simply made with crude boards fastened together.
It is easy to see why these tables became popular and have remained popular over the years. Simply made of a horizontal beam and two spreading legs for support, it has beautiful finished wood placed on top giving the appearance of natural wood. Not having four legs to contend with is of great benefit to one's guests at a dinner party.
These tables are very popular today and come in many different woods, such as red or white oak, cherry, maple, walnut, and hickory as well as in various styles. Many have leaves which allow a wide extension to 90 inches. It is possible to match any home's decor with an attractive addition of one of these tables. Tuscany and the Victorian Era are very popular in home decorations these days and this table fits in very well as it can be traced to these different eras.
Various types of tables are available including oval, rectangle, round, and square. It is one of the tables most used in office and other conference locations as it allows a large number of people to sit without having to worry about regular table legs. With the modern techniques of any special requests regarding design or size, much can be accommodated.
Designers have found that the ebony color unit works very well with the Urban Chic decor. In copying a European style, such as Tuscany or the Victorian Era, this table is a must if one wishes to be authentic. For an office, where a reserved business air is required, black or dark brown is preferred.
The type of trestle tables varies from bar height to work table. Their durability is well-known and many that belonged to great and great-great grandparents can still be found in today's homes. With care, through the years, their beauty has grown and they are a beautiful sight to behold. For the work table, some were and are used in the kitchen area. They are very convenient as a place for a brief snack and often are accompanied by matching benches.
Available for view at the Ridjksmuseum Amsterdam-Museum is one of the oldest in existence. Made around the 1600's in Spain it is elaborately designed with inlaid silver in the top. The framework is covered with striking ebony veneer on a wooden base. Made collapsible for easy moving, it is one of the most complete and handsome Trestle Tables in the world today.
by: Gahid Wilson
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