Kitchen glass sliding tables: types and choices

Glass sliding table for the kitchen - the choice of those who appreciate the elegance of furniture, its original appearance and ease of use. Such products will help transform the kitchen space, make the interior more light and airy. This article will tell about the varieties of glass tables, their advantages and disadvantages, as well as how to combine such furniture with the interior of the room.

A small folding glass table can harmoniously fit into any space. Due to their lightness and airiness, these products are suitable for small rooms as well as for spacious ones. In the folded position, they occupy a minimum of usable space, and in the unfolded position they represent an overall countertop, behind which households, relatives and friends who came to visit can sit.

For the production of countertops, multi-colored (from pale pastel tones to black), frosted, transparent and mirror glass can be used. There are interesting options with photo printing. Such decisions look bright and original.

In the production of the support base and legs, various materials are used. It could be glass, metal chrome elements, forged structures. Combined glass tables look expensive and luxurious. There are models of tables that are additionally equipped with lower shelves.It is convenient to store various kitchen utensils, prints, and remote controls on them.

The advantages of glass tables are hard to overestimate. Products have a presentable appearance, they are practical and reliable. Modern glass manufacturing and processing technologies make it possible to create durable surfaces capable of withstanding severe mechanical loads.

Tempered glass will not crack or break if accidentally hit or dropped by various objects. To damage the countertop, you will have to make a lot of effort. Even if the glass breaks, it will not shatter into small or large fragments.

Other advantages of glass folding tables include:

• the possibility of transforming and increasing usable area;
• resistance to high humidity - unlike chipboard and MDF, glass does not deform when in contact with liquid;
• ecological purity and hypoallergenicity - products are absolutely safe for human and animal health;
• heat resistance - hot dishes can be safely put on worktops, there will be no signs of deformation on them;
• high strength indicators - the surface of tempered glass is able to withstand power loads of 100 kg;
• hygiene - glass surfaces are resistant to absorption of odors, dirt, harmful microorganisms do not multiply on them;
• ergonomics - when folded, the furniture occupies a minimum of usable area;
• durability - subject to the rules of operation and maintenance, a glass top can maintain external flawlessness for decades.

Glass - cold stuff, which some people do not associate with warmth and homeliness. This minus is conditional. The most significant disadvantages include ringing utensilsformed by the contact of kitchen utensils with the surface of the countertop, striking handprints and dishes.

Especially often, such fears arise in families with small children. Another disadvantage is high cost - such products will cost more than countertops made of PVC, MDF or plastic.

Sliding glass tables are classified by shape.

Models of this form are most suitable for large kitchens. They are impractical to move to the wall or try to fit into a corner. Most often they are located in the middle of the room. At a small and compact round table the whole family can fit. If necessary, it can be moved apart and an overall oval-shaped worktop is obtained.

Such tables are most often chosen by owners of overall kitchens. An oval-shaped sliding tabletop will occupy a lot of useful space, which is why its use in small kitchens is inappropriate.

There are less compact models - folding. In this case, the countertop is divided into 3 parts, 2 of which rise and fall. With limited space, you can lower one half and move it to one of the walls. The result is a worktop in the form of a semi-oval. A family of two can easily accommodate her.

A small but roomy square table will be a good choice for any type of kitchen. Unfolding, it becomes rectangular. You can arrange such a table in the corner, near the wall or in the middle of the room.

Dining tables of this shape are considered traditional. They fit well into a small square or rectangular kitchen. The best location is near the wall.

The range of glass tables is extensive. To make the right choice and not make mistakes, it is important to listen to a number of recommendations from experienced designers.

Going to the store to buy a folding table, you first need to visually estimate how much space is left for this purchase. In this case, it is worth considering the number of households - it is important that when placing each member of the family it is comfortable and there is no feeling of tightness. Ideally, one person needs at least 60 cm of free space. Given the number of family members, it is easy to calculate the table area.

If the house has small children, it is best to look at the round and oval tables. There are no sharp corners in their design, due to which the risks of serious damage due to accidental impacts are minimal.

It is important to inspect the table for mechanical damage - it should not have cracks, scratches, air bubbles and various inclusions. Such defects indicate the use of low-quality glass in production or a violation of manufacturing technology. The design of the table must be reliable. Signs of high product quality:

• edges polished or clad in plastic or wood;
• stable legs (it is better to refuse removable supports);
• the presence of seals between the countertop and legs;
• tabletop thickness from 10 to 15 cm;
• securely attached components.

A thorough visual inspection will help reduce the risk of acquiring low-quality products.

The fact is that glass is a very easily soiled material. On fine smooth surfaces, even small impurities will be visible, because of which they will constantly have to be rubbed to a shine. Matte in this regard are more picky.

The most popular among housewives are glass sliding tables in pastel colors and milky shades. Furnishings in this color scheme will suit any interior style.

For classic kitchens, bulky wooden tables are mostly chosen. However, glass products can be an alternative to them. For rooms decorated in this stylistic direction, the most suitable are countertops in white, black and red shades. You can experiment with colors and pick up any bright or, conversely, discreet monophonic countertops.

Brightness, catchiness and originality - these are the components that you should pay attention to when choosing furniture. Housewives who want to emphasize this direction will not encounter problems when buying a table - there are many products on the market with juicy and non-standard colors.

Fans of minimalism will suit small transparent tables made of glass, and you can also look at the glossy variations. A compact table will not clutter up the space and emphasize all the advantages of a minimalist style. In addition to it, compact chairs or stools made of plastic, wood, metal or a combination of these materials are selected.

The main feature of this direction is the abundance of metal and glass furniturehousehold appliances with perfectly smooth and mirrored surfaces. For hi-tech, you can purchase a product with a transparent worktop and metal chromed legs.

Caring for glass surfaces is straightforward. It is enough to remember that when washing it is not necessary to use hard sponges and products containing abrasive particles. For care fit:

• soft sponges;
• microfiber cloths or rags from any non-coarse fabrics;
• gel detergents.

Otherwise, traces of mechanical damage - scuffing may remain on the countertop. They will forever ruin the appearance of products. To help the housewives created a lot of care products for glass products. These are various polishes, sprays, wipes, impregnated with special substances, and other means. It will be easy to keep the table clean with them, and the cleaning time will be reduced as much as possible.

An overview of the glass sliding table, see below.