Coffee table is a harmonious addition to absolutely any living room. And not just the living room. This compact, but incredibly practical piece of furniture is appropriate in every room, because with it you can solve many everyday tasks - organize a snack while watching TV, place small items, put a beautiful vase with flowers, fold the press, etc.
The most practical is the coffee table on wheels, which moves freely not only within the same room, but throughout the apartment. Such a table on wheels can be used both as a serving table, and as a stand for a laptop, and simply as an original piece of furniture.
To the coffee table equipped with wheels, became your most trusted assistant, "House of Dreams" offers to consider the main features of this piece of furniture and the rules for its selection.
What are the coffee tables on wheels
Coffee tables have become the first pieces of furniture that have been supplemented with wheels. This happened in France, around the XVII-XVIII centuries. However, initially the wheels were equipped with only serving tables, which served breakfast and refreshments during the party. However, having seen that the wheels make furniture incredibly practical and mobile, the masters began to equip these elements with absolutely all models of coffee tables.
Today, almost all furniture manufacturers produce coffee tables on wheels. In the process of manufacturing these products, a wide variety of materials are used, so that their design does not lend themselves to any classification. For example, on sale you can find both wooden classical tables and tables in the Art Nouveau style, featuring smooth lines, bends and complex configurations.
As a rule, the wheels are mounted on the legs of the product. However, if the design of the table does not provide for the presence of legs, the wheels are equipped with its base.
The choice of the design and the design of the coffee table depends on your preferences, the interior direction of the house, and also the purpose of using the piece of furniture. For example, if you are going to use the table as a mini-chest and stand for interior accessories, choose a model equipped with drawers, shelves and hidden items. If the table is often used for serving drinks and snacks, choose a model with a comfortable and sturdy worktop.
The strength and convenience of using the table largely depends on the featureshis wheels. As a rule, rollers for furniture are made of metal, polyamide and polyurethane. Of course, metal products are the most durable and durable, but keep in mind that during movement, metal can leave scratches on the floor covering. To maintain a balance between strength and safety, experts recommend giving preference to wheels that are made of metal, but are covered with polyurethane bearings.
In addition, it is very important that the design of the guide elements of the coffee table is equipped with locking mechanisms, due to which the product does not begin to move by itself.
Ideas for making coffee tables on wheels
So beautiful and practical furniture elements can be done with your own hands. By and large, the wheels can be equipped with any coffee or coffee table, the main thing is to find suitable guide rollers. However, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with several alternative versions of products that will surely bring new colors to your interior.
Pallet tables
Building pallets are excellent materials for creating unusual coffee tables. You can use a single pallet or fold several items in such a way that they represent a single element. Since such a table does not provide the presence of legs, the wheels are mounted to the bottom of the bottom pallet. In addition, a table of pallets can be covered with varnish or paint.
Glass table for wheels
Glass coffee tables look very beautiful, original and stylish. Unfortunately, such products do not differ in democratic prices, but this does not mean that they can not be made by themselves.
To make a glass table on wheels, you will need the glass itself, which will be used as a countertop, and suitable wheels. Note that the edge of the glass should be polished and polished, becausethis is the key to your safety.
Since the construction of such a table, in fact, is only a table-top, it is better to give preference to high and massive wheels. For example, in the photo below, the wheels from the baby carriage and the guides from the decorative cart are used in the glass table.
Table from drawers, suitcases and chests
If you like originality, then you will surely like the idea of making a table on wheels with a table top in the formboxes, suitcases and chests. Depending on the size and height of the original object, such a table can be additionally equipped with legs or you can mount the wheels directly onto the homemade countertop.
One can not doubt that such a non-standard and bright table will be the main accent of your interior style.
Table of boards
A coffee table with wheels can be made from almost any boards and pallets. Wooden products always look stylish and expressive, harmoniously combined with any interior style. But if you want to give your table originality, focus on large and noticeable wheels. For example, below are products that use wheels from wheelchairs, carts, scooters, etc.
Despite its small size, a coffee table on wheels will guard the order in your house and become its bright interior decoration.