How many people do these tables seat?

Many standard dining variants comfortably accommodate four to six guests when fully opened. Larger gateleg formats extend further to seat eight people. Compact occasional and Pembroke versions are built for smaller spaces and provide surface area for solitary tasks or intimate tea settings.

How do I care for an oak surface?

Protect the timber by using mats for hot dishes and wiping moisture spills immediately with a dry cloth. Regular applications of beeswax maintain the natural lustre. Keep these tables away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent the oak from warping or drying out over time.

How can I tell the period of an oak table?

Inspect the construction methods, such as the cut of the timber boards and the style of the turned baluster legs. Eighteenth-century pieces frequently display pegged joints and heavy plank tops. Examine the hardware closely; original hand-forged iron or early brass hinges offer strong clues to the manufacturing era of the piece.