Glossy table - a new word in furniture art (21 photos)
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The value of the table in a home setting is hard to overestimate. Everyone will agree that this is an essential subject for creating the interiors of an office, dining room, kitchen, living room. But the appearance, size, shape are already selected individually.
Modern dining or coffee tables do not need additional accessories - tablecloths. Although for some design styles, a tablecloth is a desirable part of the interior.
A glossy table can be considered a self-contained piece of furniture. And the last role in this is played by the countertop. Indeed, it is an interesting color that makes the surface of a coffee table an ornament, and a high-quality coating does not require special protection. The base and top layer of the countertop are made of various materials.
Gloss is the effect of the reflection of light from a surface. The more light reflected, the higher the rate. A surface that reflects more than 90% of the light is called high gloss. Furniture manufacturers are striving for rates of 95-98%. And for this, different materials and techniques are used.
The brilliance of technology: brief descriptions of materials, advantages and disadvantages
The demand for glossy surfaces is constantly growing, which is not surprising. After all, writing or coffee tables with gloss visually add space and light to the room. Consider whether all reflective and smooth surfaces are the same.
Acrylic plastic
Acrylic plastic is used for decorating MDF / chipboard. In this case, the glossy layer is glued only to the front side of the table, and the ends are closed by the edge. Through cracks in the joints, moisture can get on the base, which will spoil the furniture. Therefore, some models use an aluminum profile.
Advantages: plastic resistance to scratches, impacts, chips. The surface does not lose its luster over time and is restored by polishing.
Disadvantages: a small color scheme, you can not use detergents with abrasive additives, low gloss gloss.
Enamelled surface
The surface coated with enamel (varnish) has a high reflectivity. Moisture-resistant MDF boards are also used for the base. Stages of production of countertops: the surface is primed, covered with enamel (varnish). After drying, polishing is done. Processes are repeated several times. The final stage is waxing the product. Thanks to the features of technology, not only the front surface of the product is processed, but also the sides, which increase the wear resistance and strength. As a result of numerous stages of production, high-quality furniture is created.
Advantages: possible flaws in the surface are removed by finishing grinding and polishing. Tables are environmentally friendly and perfectly tolerate changes in humidity and temperature. Sophisticated technological processes make it possible to obtain furniture of various shades with high gloss.
Disadvantages: high price, there are traces of hand touches, it is forbidden to use cleaning compounds with aggressive additives.
If it is difficult to determine the choice of coverage, then you can seek help from specialists who will take into account wishes, financial capabilities and tell you the best option.
Removing contaminants from the surface: methods and rules
The main point when cleaning furniture is not to damage the gloss, that is, try to avoid scratches or stains, so it is better to follow the following recommendations:
- current care - wiping with a damp cloth and subsequent polishing with a dry soft cloth (so that no stains form);
- spilled wine, coffee, tea can just be wet with napkins. Then the dining table is wiped with a damp cloth and finally wiped dry;
- persistent dirt, stains are washed with liquid / gel detergents that do not contain abrasives. If the dirt is dried up, the soapy solution is left for a while, so that the product is absorbed into the stain. After a few minutes, wipe with a wet towel. If it was not possible to clean the table from one time, then it is advisable to repeat the procedure;
- drops of wax / paraffin are removed with a plastic / wooden spatula (effortless). As an option, you can cover the stain with a paper towel, direct at a distance a stream of hot air from the hair dryer to the stain area and blot the melted wax with paper;
- pollution from paints, varnishes (on solvents) are removed by solvents, which are selected according to the recommendations of the manufacturers of the compounds. Stains are erased with napkins moistened with water;
- drops of glue are removed until solidification. Stains are washed with a solvent recommended by the adhesive manufacturer. Traces are removed with wet wipes.
In order not to spoil the surface of the dining table, it is advisable to experiment with means for impact pollution first in its small area.
Range of tables
The practical purpose of the products is great: dining, writing tables for offices or coffee (decorative). When choosing a model, the area of the room and its stylistic design are necessarily taken into account.
Dining tables mainly stand on four legs (hollow metal or made of solid wood). On average, the length of a rectangular countertop is up to 180 cm. Cutlery for a meal of 4-6 people is freely placed on it. As a rule, modern apartments are equipped with such products.
If the room is medium / small, it is preferable to purchase a model with a round / oval worktop (on one leg). Glossy surfaces visually add space, which is important for small rooms.
The advantage of glossy products is the ability to choose a thing for any interior style. Modern design projects will decorate rectangular and square models with bright plastic surfaces. Classics are perfectly complemented by products with rounded with lacquered countertops.
To facilitate the maintenance of the dining table surface, it is recommended to use individual napkins / cutlery stands.
The variety of modern glossy desks is impressive. The market offers models with tabletops and supports of various shapes and sizes.
The furnishings of a separate study are perfectly complemented by a classic single or double drawer desk with drawers. Such a model is also suitable for arranging a student’s working area.
In small apartments, the workplace can be decorated with a rectangular / corner desk with legs (metal or wooden). It is distinguished from a dining table by the presence of one or two drawers. Glossy computer desks can be leading elements of the interior. White and black models fit perfectly into the style of minimalism or high-tech.
The coffee table mainly performs a decorative function, it looks easy and beautiful. Thanks to the gloss, it is the main decoration of the interior. On average, the height of the products is about 42 cm.Some models are located no higher than 10-15 cm and can be tables-transformers (rise in height). The generally accepted pattern: the lower the coffee table, the longer it is.
Gloss gives the tables an aesthetically pleasing appearance, creates a protective and water-repellent layer. And these distinctive features make any types of desks or coffee, dining rooms in demand and fashionable.
Recommendations for the selection and maintenance of tables with glossy surfaces
As a rule, the unusual mirror effect of countertops delights not only the owners of the apartments, but also the guests. Gloss will decorate the interior for a long time, if you choose the right furniture and carefully care for it:
- for studio apartments, a harmonious combination of a coffee table and a dining room is welcome;
- when buying, pay attention to the presence of possible defects: the presence of bumps on the surface, the presence of "grains of sand", scratches, twists;
- the edges of the products should not have a visible seam;
- the glossy surface has a nonporous uniform structure that is resistant to many household detergents. However, one should not “test the patience” of gloss and apply formulations containing aggressive chemical additives (toilets / metal surfaces).
Before using any chemical cleaners, you should carefully study the recommendations and instructions from the manufacturers of the formulations.
