Trestle Table Provide Interest And Function

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.

In the Middle Ages royalty expected nothing but the best in everything. It was the same when they ordered hand carved furniture. The tables were richly decorated and often embellished with special carvings or additions to indicate the person's station in life. The ordinary man, on the other hand, usually had one that consisted of boards placed on two or more supports.

Over the years these tables have became very popular. It is relatively simply made and consists of horizontal beams fastened by two pairs of spreading legs which are used for support of the top. It has become very-well known for its practicality as well as the ability to adapt to any situation that requires a table.

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.

It is possible to select one to fit any decorating scheme. If the room is oddly shaped it is possible to select oval, round, rectangle, or square models. In an office situation, a very long, wide unit is available and is preferred due to the large number of people who are usually in attendance in meeting situations. This eliminates problems when legs interfere with comfortable once seated.

Many of the modern designers have found that this style of table fits in very well with a planned decor. Tuscan and the Victorian Era are very popular in homes and accommodate this style table beautifully. Those preferring Urban Chic decor, which requires everything in monochromatic colors also are inclined to choose this type of furniture as it fits in very well with their decorating theme.

There are many different types and sizes of these tables available for practically any use. In the kitchen they make a very nice snack spot with the appropriate chairs or benches. Bar height units fit in very nicely next to a bar or kitchen counter. They are also available for use at picnics and in work spaces.

Very few of the old world tables are in existence today, but one can be found at the Ridjksmuseum Amsterdam-Museum. There one can view a Trestle Table that was made in the 1600's in Spain. Covered with exquisitely engraved silver tops, resting on bases covered with ebony veneer, it is an outstanding example of the work of that period.

by: Roy Howard

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