Glass kitchen table looks weightless and helps to visually enlarge the space. This will be especially relevant if the area used is small and compact. It will fit perfectly into any stylistic direction and will be in harmony with other pieces of furniture and decor elements.
What kind of glass is used for tables?
Tables glass kitchen are made of the reliable tempered raw materials. As a result of processing in a special oven at a temperature of 650-680 degrees, followed by cooling with cold air, the canvas acquires many properties:
- moisture resistance;
- resistance to temperature extremes;
- increased impact resistance.
It is also an environmentally friendly material that does not emit toxic substances. Therefore, for finishing the working and dining areas, glass countertops are no less relevant than traditional wooden models.
What is important to know about glass tables?
Before you buy a glass table in the kitchen, you need to decide on the type of design that can be combined. For the frame and legs use the following materials:
- tree;
- rattan;
- a rock;
- metal;
- plastic.
A kitchen with a large space can be equipped with a round or oval table, and for small areas it is better to choose rectangular and square models. It is also appropriate to equip small-sized rooms with sliding structures. When folded, they take up as much space as glass coffee tables, and if necessary, transform into a large dining area. The product can be equipped with a lower shelf, which is convenient to use for storing things.
Advantages and disadvantages of glass sheet designs
Dining tables made of glass are popular in design projects due to their ergonomics and a number of advantages:
- no porous surface. Due to this property, unpleasant odors, grease and other contaminants do not penetrate into the structure of the material;
- durability. Sturdy construction that is virtually indestructible. But even when broken, it is absolutely safe, because it shatters into small fragments with blunt edges;
- easy care. In order to wash the product, use a soft sponge and a glass cleaner;
- do not burn out. It will retain its original appearance for many years.
Among the shortcomings, it is worth noting some features during operation: fingerprints and stains may remain on the surface. Also, the canvas enhances sounds, so when placing dishes and appliances, it is advisable to use napkins and coasters.
Types of kitchen glass table decor
The glass table for the kitchen can be made of transparent, frosted or painted material. Any of the options will fit perfectly into the design, emphasize the decoration of the walls, pieces of furniture and become a real decoration of the interior. Modern technologies make it possible to apply a pattern, ornament or drawing on the tabletop according to your own sketch. A popular and unusual solution for decor is photo printing. Thanks to 3D printing, three-dimensional paintings of any complexity are created on the surface. The studiobis.com.ua website offers many interesting design ideas.
MS Element will bring to life the most daring ideas using glass. We guarantee high quality products.
You can get advice on the use of the canvas by contacting our manager by phone. +38 096 736 52 42, +38 099 003 90 73. We will be happy to help you. The site has a calculator for calculating the cost of glass.
