Gallery Interiors Madrid 6 Seater Dining Table

The first thing anyone will touch on this table is the edge. Along the 2 long sides, the wood has been left in the shape it grew in the tree, with waves, dips and bumps instead of a straight cut line. The ends are cut straight and square, so the table still sits neatly in a room.

What does live edge mean?

It means the side of the table follows the natural outer line of the tree trunk instead of being sawn straight. Because no 2 trees grow the same way, no 2 live edge tables come out the same, and the edge on your table will be its own shape.

The top is very thick and you can see that from the side photos. The grain runs in long stripes from light honey to dark brown along the full length of the top and the glossy polish brings these colors out, so the table shines when light comes in from the window. Under the top, 2 black steel frames hold it up. The black metal against the warm wood gives the set a modern look and the steel base keeps a heavy top like this firmly in place.

The 8 chairs are as interesting as the table. Each chair is solid wood and the back is one curved piece that bends around from one side to the other and comes down into the back legs. When you sit, this curve holds you around your back and sides, so it feels like an armchair even though it is a dining chair. The seats are padded and covered in a dark grey fabric and in the photos they are still in their plastic wrap, as the set is new.

With 3 chairs on each long side and 1 at each end, this table seats 8 people with space for serving dishes in the middle. It needs a proper dining room or a large open hall and against white walls and a light floor, like in the photos, the wood looks even richer.

Looking after it:

• Wipe spills off the top straight away and use mats under hot dishes, so the polish stays shining.
• Dust the live edge with a soft dry cloth, as dust can settle in the small dips.
• Keep the table out of direct strong sun for long hours, so the wood color stays even.