Gently Distressed Edges On A Dining Table

Some of the tables in our collection have the option of being ordered with gently distressed edges. So what does this mean, how do we do it? 

What are gently distressed edges?

By distressing the edges of a table and its base, you lose the clean lines of the table and replace them with deliberately random 'scallops' which vary in size profile and position. 

It's important to note that we're not trying to make the table look old. I suppose it just gives it more of a sense of individuality; since there will be no other piece of furniture in existence with the same edge, due to the way it is achieved. 

What aesthetic does this bring to the table? 

Gently distressing the edges of a table-top and base adds to the earthy feel of the piece.  

It's just something that could never have been done by a tool or machine alone. 

They're a good fit for just a few of the tables in our collection, ones that are more traditionally inspired in their design. 

What is the process? 

We use a draw knife to shave away the timber in places, producing random and irregular lines. We then sand these so that they become irresistibly tactile and smooth to the touch. 

This sanding process is a delicate procedure, as we need to sand the shaved edges just enough to make the timber smooth to the touch, but not so much that we lose the beautiful profile that has been created by the draw knife alone. 

Too heavy-handed with the sander and you lose the handcrafted look.