How do you tilt the top safely?

Most tables use a brass catch or wooden button beneath the surface to release the top from its horizontal position. Support the edge with one hand while operating the release mechanism to guide the heavy rosewood surface smoothly into its vertical locked state.

A loo table is a large circular dining or occasional piece named after the card game lanterloo popular in the nineteenth century. Their tilting mechanisms allowed servants to clear floor space quickly once evening card parties finished.

How do I date a rosewood table?

Dating relies on stylistic clues like carved paw feet, brass inlay patterns, and the proportions of the central pedestal column. Pieces span the Georgian, Regency, William IV, and Victorian periods, each showing distinct shifts in decorative restraint and timber selection.

Can these tables be used daily?

The dense rosewood surfaces withstand regular use provided moisture and direct heat are managed with appropriate table protection. The mechanical pivot joints benefit from occasional checks to ensure the securing pins remain firm and stable.