Tables for balconies and loggias: types and selection

Balconies in modern apartments and houses are often used as storage for unnecessary things. But such a useful area can be turned into a cozy resting place. One of the necessary elements for translating this idea into reality is a balcony table. Consider in the article what tables are for balconies and loggias, what they are for, how to choose this piece of furniture.

A table on a balcony or loggia, despite any of its purposes, should be compact, since the area of ​​the room determines its minimum dimensions. It is better if it is foldable or non-stationary for ease of use. The balcony table should be made of an easily washable material.

By purpose, the tables on the balcony can be conditionally divided into several types.

The dining or coffee table on the balcony or loggia will allow you to have breakfast, lunch or dinner outside overlooking the courtyard or nature, depending on the location of your home.

For personal care, applying makeup, a dressing table on the balcony will be very useful. After all, good lighting when aiming beauty is an important factor in high-quality makeup.

Instead of a narrow window sill, you can design a wide table on the loggia. Then it forms a kind of bar counter or a place for indoor plants.

On a cozy loggia you want to relax and read a newspaper or a book. A small coffee table will help in this matter, on which you can put literature or the press.

For a business person, a desk on the balcony will allow you to breathe fresh air while working. In addition, now here you can create a semblance of an office where you can calmly go about your business, and no one will interfere.

Furniture in a compact space must meet certain requirements. It shouldn't take up much space.

Tables for the balcony can have various designs.

It can be an ordinary small table, which, in terms of parameters, fits into the width of the loggia aisle. Better to put it in the corner.

Wall structures are often hinged and, when folded, often literally merge with the wall, which is very convenient. The table can be folding, which is also in demand, since it can be used not only on the balcony, but also taken out into the room or into the yard.

The former are hung on a rail or wall and are very mobile. The second - cling to pre-assembled elements. The removable design makes the table easy to care for and put away when needed.

Such a stationary structure is designed together with the finishing of the balcony. Usually built-in tables are made in place of the windowsill or in the further niche of the loggia.

Tables on the balcony can be of the most varied shapes, but their size is usually small. The narrow space will not allow you to turn around, so compact furniture is a necessary measure here.

Let's analyze what shape the countertop on the balcony can be.

• Square or rectangle. Such a table is larger in usable area than all others, but sometimes it can interfere with passability. You can catch on the corners, so here it is important to decide which is more important: convenience or the area of ​​the countertop. A folding or hinged structure will come to the rescue, which, if necessary, can be easily removed.

• Circle or oval... A small round or oval table will look very cute on the balcony, especially if you add other accessories to the interior of the space: curtains, pillows on chairs, indoor flowers.

• Free form. Irregular asymmetrical shapes are in vogue now. For example, a table top made from a cut of a tree trunk, which looks amazing and creates a cozy atmosphere.

The balcony table should be made of durable materials that are easy to clean. Dust in an open or constantly ventilated area obliges you to take this feature into account.

Several materials are predominantly used.

Traditional raw materials for furniture cannot but be used on balconies and loggias. The varnished wooden table is easy to maintain, durable and looks great in your home interior. But its cost will be much higher than that of other materials.

Cheaper analogs of wood are not inferior in external beauty and only slightly worse in strength. The choice of colors and textures is unambiguously leading in comparison with other materials.

Lightweight and comfortable plastic furniture will please many owners. It is easy to clean, easy to move, and the cost is very attractive. One problem is to find a beautiful and non-trivial model.

Metal folding tables are very durable, however many of them can corrode. High-quality metal will be expensive, but it will last forever.

It is rarely used in the manufacture of furniture for balconies and loggias. The narrow space obstructs the aisle, and such a table will be easy to break. That's why glass tables on balconies are used mainly by true aesthetes.

Furniture for a garden or a summer cottage is often made by wicker weaving. It looks just amazing and is perfect for balconies and loggias.

Such parameters completely depend on the overall interior of the balcony. For open loggias, openwork metal models that will decorate the space are suitable.

For tables on the balcony, the most common colors are most often.

• Natural. The color of the wood is pleasant in all respects and suits almost any interior. The metallic sheen of steel or the pleasant shimmer of bronze or cast iron look rich and unusual.

• Neutral. White, gray, brown and black - choosing one of these colors is impossible to miscalculate. Even if you want to change the decor on the balcony, the neutral table will easily fit into the new interior.

• Bright. A table on the balcony can be not just a piece of furniture, but also an interesting color accent. A bright blue, purple or green table will delight the eye on a gloomy autumn day.

When choosing any furniture, it is better to take into account some of the nuances. Then you will definitely not regret having bought it and will enjoy using it. It's the same with buying a table for the balcony.

There are several nuances to consider when choosing.

• Consider the approximate length and width of your table in advance. To do this, you need to go to the balcony and then choose a place where your future table will be located. Then measure its width, taking into account the possibility of passage, if the table is stationary, and think over what its length is.

• Select material. For open loggias, it is preferable to use plastic, metal or glass. Wooden furnishings absorb moisture and mold and mildew can form.

• Pick a color and design. It is impossible for your purchase to look ridiculous against the background of the interior of the balcony or loggia. There should be a cozy and calm atmosphere.

• Find out how reliable the fasteners are if you chose a folding or mounted model... It’s unpleasant if your future table doesn’t even hold up a mug of tea. The fixings are very important, since it is assumed that the table on the balcony will be constantly used. It is better if the fastener parts can be easily replaced.

• Match the price of the table to your budget. Sometimes a tiny table on the balcony can cost more than antiques from the 17th century. Plan a certain amount, and do not go beyond it. You can always find an alternative that will not harm your budget, and will not be worse in operation than an expensive analogue. Even a plastic table covered with an openwork napkin can look sleeker than its wooden counterpart.

Let's look at interesting options for a table for a balcony or loggia.

• A folding wooden table complete with an armchair organically fits into the minimalistic interior of the loggia. You can put a mug and a plate on it and have breakfast with pleasure. If necessary, it becomes level with the wall.

• Another folding wooden table that forms a continuation of the windowsill and imitates a bar counter. Its solid construction and rectangular shape will allow it to withstand a lot of weight, so you can lean on it and look out the window, as well as place heavy flower pots on it.

• A cross between a hinged and hinged structure using plastic and metal. A light, airy table looks great on a plexiglass-lined balcony. The structure is easy to clean and can be carried to a more convenient place.

• A chic wooden stationary table for a large loggia. It will help you to relax after a hard day, enjoy the city landscapes and enjoy a cup of tea and chat with a loved one.

• Built-in wooden writing desk. Beauty is in simplicity. Ideal for creating a personal account on the loggia.

• Plastic beauty round shape. Even such simple pieces of furniture can look beautiful if supplemented with accessories, as in this case. A napkin of a pleasant green color and a flower pot hide the simplicity of the material and even add some sophistication.

• Wicker table creating a special atmosphere of relaxation and comfort... Suitable for a wide balcony or loggia, as it takes up a lot of space.

• Metal forged set with a round table. The graceful beauty of metal with openwork legs will make the interior of your balcony truly exquisite.

• Glass folding option... Creates a feeling of weightlessness. Visually does not hide the space and does not give an extra shadow.

The following video shows an example of arranging a balcony-loggia in an apartment for a workplace with a cabinet for storing things in an individual design.