How do I care for a polished mahogany table?

Maintain the polished finish by dusting with a soft cloth and avoiding direct sunlight or excessive heat sources that dry out the timber. Use coasters and placemats to protect the surface from moisture and heat damage during daily use.

How do extending mechanisms work on these tables?

Tables use wooden runners or telescopic frames that pull apart to insert separate leaves into the centre. Brass clips or alignment pins often secure the leaves in place to maintain a flat, stable surface.

What is a D-end dining table?

A D-end table consists of sections with curved ends shaped like the letter D, which can form a standalone console or join together. When combined with a central leaf, these sections create a long dining surface suitable for larger rooms.

How can I tell a Georgian table from a Victorian one?

Georgian tables typically display restrained elegance with simpler pillar turns and fine mahogany timber, dating from the 18th and early 19th centuries. Victorian examples often feature heavier proportions, bolder pedestal carvings, and more complex mechanical extension systems.