Unique dining tables with live edge

Unique dining experiences: One-of-a-kind dining tables made from recycled teak wood by „Der Tischonkel“

In the world of interior design, there is a growing movement towards sustainable and aesthetically pleasing furniture. One of the most remarkable examples of this are one-of-a-kind dining tables with live edges, crafted from recycled teak wood. These tables embody not only rustic elegance but also the values of reuse and environmental protection. In this blog article we present to you three table series from our range with beautiful live edges!

Unique dining tables made from reclaimed wood

The story behind the wood

The Teak wood, used for these tables often has a rich history. Originally sourced from old houses, barns, bridges, or boats, the wood has been carefully recycled and transformed into new masterpieces. This history gives each piece a unique patina and character shaped by age and environmental conditions.

Natural beauty and imperfection

An essential feature of these dining tables is the Live edge, live edge, which is cut along the natural shape of the tree. This irregular edge gives each table an individual touch and serves as a reminder that nature is not perfect, yet still beautiful. Knots, cracks, and other irregularities in the wood contribute to the charm and uniqueness of each table.

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Designer table with live edge „Old Elements“

With this dining table „Old Elements“ is an interesting combination of raw materials Old wood, stainless steel and glass. Glued reclaimed teak wood planks from the Indonesian islands were used. Java and Bali. By using reclaimed wood, this dining table achieves its very special appearance. A special highlight is the live edge, which, with its naturalness, makes the table a real eye-catcher. The handcrafted tabletop made of recycled wood rests on two custom-made table legs made of brushed stainless steel. Centrally embedded in the tabletop of the dining table is a handcrafted glass insert. This glass insert represents a river flowing through a landscape and provides an optimal storage surface. As a result, the model is not only visually appealing but also very functional.

Model example: Dining table „Old Elements“
9. 300 x 100 cm, height 78 cm (Other sizes available for immediate delivery) approx. 160 x 90 x 77 cm, thickness of the tabletop 6 cm.
11. Recycled old wood ( Recycled teak wood with a table frame made of Stainless steel and glass

Solid wood table highlight „Deep Island“

Dining tables of the series “Deep Island”: A Fusion of craftsmanship and history. The Solid wood table is not just an ordinary table, but a work of art that combines history and craftsmanship. The series “Deep Island“ has become a bestseller in recent years. The Tabletop is made from recycled wood from old houses in Java and Bali and has an impressive thickness of 9–10 cm. Due to the age of the reclaimed wood, which is between 70 and 100 years old, each table tells its own story and reflects the culture of the Javanese people. The dining table is not only solid but also durable and resilient, … it is a dining table that the coming generation will remember us by. Those who want to create their own „Deep Island“ can do so in our Dream Table Configurator to do.

7. Dining table "Deep Island" Dining table „Deep Island“ with a table frame made of raw steel „Freestyle“
9. 300 x 100 cm, height 78 cm (Other sizes available for immediate delivery) approx. 250 x 100-102 x 77 cm, the thickness of the tabletop is solid approx. 9.5 cm
Materials: Recycled reclaimed wood (teak), table frame in industrial design

Unique dining table „Fusion“

Even the shape makes this dining table “Fusion” something truly extraordinary. The tabletop, designed in an organic shape and avoiding any sharp edges and corners, immediately attracts the viewer's attention. With its extraordinary thickness of 10 cm, the tabletop of Dining table “Fusion” is a real heavyweight. Here, everything is solid, no fake, … thoroughly pure solid Wood. On the tabletop itself, there are individual inlays made of glass that allow a view through the dining table. The dining table stands on an impressive table base in the shape of a crescent moon made of brushed stainless steel, which gives the table the necessary stability. Every component of this designer table has been handcrafted. Traces of previous use, such as nail holes or holes from former joints, have been painstakingly filled with wood pieces to preserve the character of the recycled wood.

7. Dining table "Deep Island" Solid wood table made of recycled teak wood „Fusion“, with a table frame in industrial design
9. 300 x 100 cm, height 78 cm (Other sizes available for immediate delivery) approx. 350 x 118-142 x 77 cm, thickness of the tabletop 10 cm
Materials: Solid wood (recycled teak wood), table frame made of raw steel in the shape of a crescent moon, glass

Conclusion

Dining tables with live edge made from recycled teak wood are more than just furniture pieces; they are works of art that combine the beauty of nature and the values of sustainability. Their rustic charm and unique history make them a remarkable element in any home. If you are looking for a piece of furniture that is not only functional but also tells a story and reflects your love for nature, then a dining table with live edge made from recycled teak wood might be just right for you.

So check out our online shop „Der Tischonkel“ or stop by our furniture store in East Frisia Detern!

Sample video. Dining table „Deep Island“ with live edge