Tables with photo printing for the kitchen: a variety of models and recommendations for choosing

In the arrangement of any room, special attention is paid to accents, through which the room acquires special expressiveness. As for the kitchen, a table with photo printing can become such an accent in it. In this article, we will consider what these products are and what the subtleties of their choice may be.

The photo print table is different from conventional kitchen dining tables. Today it is an independent structural element of the arrangement, distinguished by its strength and aesthetic characteristics. He attracts the attention of those who enter, looks expressive and impressive in the interior... If you choose chairs of the same style for it, such an accent will become a highlight of the design of any kitchen. He is able to make any space special, regardless of its footage.

Manufacturing technology allows drawing on MDF, chipboard, wood, ceramic tiles, plastic and mirror. Using approximately the same technology, the print is applied to fabric and glass. It is glass products that are in great demand among buyers today - glass has the ability to visually ennoble space, giving it a sense of lightness.

According to another technology, the print is applied to the film glued on the back of the tabletop.... And also the manufacturing technique may imply drawing a pattern between two glass sheets.In this case, the sheets are glued together, which increases the strength of the tabletop and its durability.

If we consider the ideal option in terms of the quality of the picture, then this is glass. It is on such a surface that photo printing holds better and longer. If someone thinks that a glass table is not worthy of attention, then this opinion is wrong. Glass worktops today are made of impact-resistant glass, the thickness of which is different and depends on the specific design.

In this case, the drawing is applied from the underside of the glass sheet, so that it does not wear off during operation. Plastic does not even come close to comparing to glass, as it is short-lived, although it has a print on the back of a transparent acrylic composite. Such a table is prone to scratches into which dirt quickly clogs.

Wooden tables often have a glass top with a photo print on top. In this case, the wood itself is varnished or painted.

MDF and chipboard are cheap materials with a short service life. Such tables, even at the first apparent beauty, are inferior to analogs made of glass or wood. They need to be treated with care, are afraid of moisture, temperature changes and break down from significant mechanical stress. Usually they serve no more than 5 years, and during this time the products have time to deteriorate considerably externally.

By the type of execution, kitchen tables with photo printing are very different. Their shape is round, oval, square and rectangular... Products in the shape of a rectangle 80x120 cm in size are considered common options. In general, products can be designed for the number of persons from 4 to 6 and fit perfectly into most rooms, regardless of their footage and style.

Square-shaped analogs are presented in stores in two varieties: for 4 and 8 people. The sizes of these models are 80x80, 120x120 and 160x160 cm. Round tables with photo printing look more elegant in the interior of the kitchen than corner options and can vary in diameter from 80 to 160 cm.Oval modifications have a greater capacity, they can be narrow and wide.

You can classify tables for the kitchen with photo printing by type of design. Products can be traditional, with a fixed top... It does not expand, does not rotate, but it can have different sizes and shapes. This furniture is made of highly durable materials.

Sliding counterparts are considered a practical solution for kitchens where guests need to be received. As a rule, such tables are equipped with durable and reliable transformation mechanisms, by means of which the tabletop increases in size. They move apart easily and quickly, it takes no more than 0.5 minutes.

Also on sale you can find products, the sides of the countertops of which extend or recline... The extension is provided by means of special guides, the quality of which determines the service life of the products. Analogs with lifting mechanisms are equipped with furniture hinges. To increase the surface of the countertop in these models, it is necessary to raise the necessary sections, fixing them with brackets.

In addition to the fact that tables with photo printing can have folding systems, they can be wall-mounted. These products are relevant for small kitchens, however, when buying a specific option, in this case, you need to pay special attention to the retractable leg.

The prints used for dining tables tend to follow a specific theme. For example, this flowers, coffee beans, berries, drinks, sketches of any landscapes, photos of cities and panoramas. Choosing the right option usually depends on two factors: the assortment in the store and the customer's preference. In some cases, a client can order his own print, using a family photo as a basis or just a beautiful photo image.

However, not every drawing looks beautiful and appropriate on the surface of the countertop. To make the table look expressive and not contradict the basic concept of stylistics, it is worth taking a closer look at abstract patterns, possibly ethnic motives. Compared to large flowers, they look better and more spectacular. If there are no such models in the store, you should opt for options with fruit-themed drawings.

Successful print options would be:

• sliced ​​juicy fruits;
• chocolate candies;
• steaming cups of coffee or tea;
• stylization of palaces and castles;
• world attractions.

Photo print kitchen tables need the right choice, therefore, the buyer can take note of several useful recommendations.

• The product should be in harmony with the general background of the kitchen interior. It is important that the color of the picture is related to one of the tones taken as the basis for the interior design.
• Do not need to use printed tables for kitchens, which is inappropriate in a particular interior style. For example, you do not need to take a table with flowers if the main style is modern or high-tech.
• Before buying, you must definitely decide on the size of the table, this will allow you to select the desired type of construction.
• There is no need to overpay for product options. If the table is needed for a small family, there is no need to purchase a model with a lot of sections.
• The color of the product should be in harmony with the tone of the chairs. In addition, it is important to maintain the similarity of shape and design in general.
• The height of the table should be comfortable, and therefore in the store you can make a "fitting".
• To choose for the arrangement of the kitchen, you need an option with that picture, that will cheer you up or increase your appetite.
• Three-dimensional images look spectacular on the surface of the countertops.

The type of base for a dining table with a photo print can be different: metal, forged, marble and even woven rattan. For modern design trends, look at options with a metal base. In country houses, a table with a rattan base looks good. These products are suitable for Provence, country styles.

A drawing of a specific model can be ordered in the same style as the print of a kitchen apron. These can be compositions in the center of the table top or a background image. Black and white graphics and geometric motifs are great for modern design trends. For eco-styles, a photo printing with a pattern of stone or wood will be a good image.

When choosing a kitchen table model, it is necessary to take into account the fittings of the existing furniture. For example, you need to pay attention to the similarity of the material of the legs, their linearity or curvature. It is important for someone to buy a product with a built-in backlight, which gives realism and depth to photographic printing. Bottom illumination can also give uniqueness to the image in the form of candles, as well as city lights at night.

In general, you need to select an option that is not overloaded with the size and visual perception of the picture. Small photo prints or sketches around the edges of the countertop often look better than huge lilies or orchids. If there is not enough space in the kitchen, you can buy a triangular model of a small table for it.

For an overview of a sliding dining table, see the video below.