Kitchen glass sliding tables: types and choices

A glass sliding table for the kitchen is the choice of those who appreciate the elegance of furniture, its original appearance and ease of use. Such products will help transform the kitchen space, make the interior lighter and more airy. This article will tell you about the types of glass tables, their advantages and disadvantages, as well as how to combine such furniture with the interior of the room.

A small folding glass table is able to harmoniously fit into any space. Due to their lightness and airiness, these products are suitable for both small and spacious rooms. When folded, they take up a minimum of useful space, and when unfolded, they represent an overall tabletop, behind which households, visiting relatives and friends can sit.

For the production of countertops, multi-colored (from pale pastel shades to black), frosted, transparent and mirrored glass can be used. There are interesting options with photo printing. Such solutions look bright and original.

Various materials are used in the production of the support base and legs. It could be glass, metal chrome elements, forged structures. Combined glass tables look expensive and luxurious. There are table models that are additionally equipped with lower shelves.It is convenient to store various kitchen utensils, prints, remote controls on them.

It is difficult to overestimate the advantages of glass tables. Products have a presentable appearance, they are practical and reliable. Modern technologies for the manufacture and processing of glass make it possible to create durable surfaces that can withstand severe mechanical stress.

Tempered glass will not crack or shatter if you accidentally hit or drop various objects on it. It takes a lot of effort to damage the countertop. Even if the glass breaks, it will not shatter into small or large pieces.

Other benefits of glass folding tables include:

• the ability to transform and increase the usable area;
• resistance to high humidity - unlike chipboard and MDF, glass does not deform upon contact with liquid;
• ecological cleanliness and hypoallergenicity - the products are absolutely safe for human and animal health;
• heat resistance - you can safely put hot dishes on the countertops, there will be no traces of deformation on them;
• high strength indicators - a tempered glass surface is able to withstand power loads of 100 kg;
• hygiene - glass surfaces are resistant to the absorption of odors, dirt, harmful microorganisms do not multiply on them;
• ergonomics - when folded, furniture occupies a minimum of usable space;
• durability - subject to the rules of operation and maintenance, the glass tabletop will be able to maintain external perfection for decades.

Glass - cold stuff, which some people do not associate with warmth and home comfort. This minus is conditional. The most significant disadvantages include clinking dishescaused by the contact of kitchen utensils with the surface of the countertop, conspicuous marks from hands and dishes.

Especially often such fears arise in families with small children. Another disadvantage is high cost - such products will cost more than countertops made of PVC, MDF or plastic.

Sliding glass tables are classified by shape.

Models of this shape are most suitable for large kitchens.... It is inappropriate to move them to the wall or try to fit them into a corner. Most often they are located in the middle of the room. A small and compact round table can fit the whole family. If necessary, it can be pushed apart and an overall oval-shaped tabletop is obtained.

Such tables are most often chosen by the owners of large kitchens. An oval-shaped sliding tabletop will take up a lot of usable space, which is why its use in small kitchens is inappropriate.

There are also less compact folding models. In this case, the tabletop is divided into 3 parts, 2 of which rise and fall. If space is limited, you can lower one half and move it to one of the walls. The result is a semi-oval tabletop. A family of two can easily be accommodated behind it.

A small but roomy square table is a good choice for any type of kitchen. When unfolded, it becomes rectangular. You can place such a table in a corner, near a wall or in the middle of a room.

Dining tables of this shape are considered traditional. They fit well into a small square or rectangular kitchen. The best location is near the wall.

The range of glass tables is extensive. In order to make the right choice and not be mistaken, it is important to heed a number of recommendations from experienced designers.

Going to the store to buy a folding table, you first need to visually estimate how much space is left for this purchase. In this case, it is worth considering the number of household members - it is important that when placing each family member it is comfortable and does not feel a feeling of constriction. Ideally, you need at least 60 cm of free space per person. Given the number of family members, it is easy to calculate the area of ​​the table.

If there are small children in the house, it is best to take a closer look at the round and oval tables. There are no sharp corners in their design, due to which the risks of serious damage from accidental impacts are minimal.

It is important to inspect the table for mechanical damage - it should be free of cracks, scratches, air bubbles and various inclusions... Such defects indicate the use of low-quality glass in production or a violation of the manufacturing technology. The structure of the table must be reliable. Signs indicating the high quality of the product:

• edges sanded or clad in plastic or wood;
• stable legs (it is better to refuse removable supports);
• the presence of seals between the table top and legs;
• table top thickness from 10 to 15 cm;
• securely fastened components.

A thorough visual inspection will help reduce the risk of purchasing substandard products.

The fact is that glass is a very easily soiled material. On perfectly smooth surfaces, even small dirt will be visible, which is why they will have to be constantly rubbed to a shine. Matt in this regard are more picky.

The greatest demand among housewives is for glass sliding tables in pastel and milky shades. The furnishings in this color scheme will suit any interior style.

For classic kitchens, bulky wooden tables are generally chosen. However, glass products can be an alternative to them. For rooms decorated in this stylistic direction, the most suitable countertops are white, black and red shades. You can experiment with colors and choose any bright or, conversely, discreet monochromatic countertops.

Brightness, catchiness and originality - these are the components that you should pay attention to when choosing furniture. Housewives who want to emphasize this direction will not face problems when buying a table - there are many products on the market with juicy and non-standard colors.

For lovers of minimalism, small transparent glass tables are suitable, and you can also look at the glossy variations. A compact table will not clutter up the space and will emphasize all the advantages of a minimalist style. In addition to it, compact chairs or stools made of plastic, wood, metal or a combination of these materials are selected.

The main feature of this trend is the abundance of metal and glass furniture., household appliances with perfectly smooth and mirrored surfaces. For hi-tech, you can purchase a product with a transparent top and chrome metal legs.

Glass surfaces are easy to maintain. It is enough to remember that when washing you should not use hard sponges and products containing abrasive particles. Suitable for leaving:

• soft sponges;
• microfiber napkins or rags of any non-coarse fabric;
• gel detergents.

Otherwise, traces of mechanical damage - scuffs - may remain on the countertop. They will spoil the appearance of the products forever. To help housewives, a variety of glass care products have been created. These are various polishes, sprays, napkins impregnated with special substances, and other products. With them, keeping the table clean will be easy, and the cleaning time will be shortened as much as possible.

An overview of the glass sliding table, see below.