Table of Contents
With a clean appearance and modern look, the glass table is one of the best options for the dining room.
But before betting all your chips on this type of table, it’s worth checking out some of the material’s particulars to ensure you’re making the best choice for your house. Follow up!
What type of glass to use on the glass table?
One of the main questions for those who are thinking of purchasing a glass table is whether the material is really safe to use.
But you can be carefree about it. Manufacturers of glass tops must follow specific standards determined by ABNT.
And what are these standards? According to the NBR 14488 standard, the glass that must be used for table tops is laminated or tempered. This type of glass is more impact resistant, eliminating the possibility of accidents.
But even if the top comes to break, the glass does not generate splinters, as happens with ordinary glass. Both laminated and tempered glass break into small pieces that do not generate sharp blades.
Another important detail is regarding the thickness of the glass. For table tops, the ideal is for the glass to be between 12 and 25 millimeters thick.
So, even if you have children at home, you can use the glass table with the certainty that no accident will happen.
The only concern should be with the corner of the table. However, in these cases, it is possible to have silicone protectors, which go unnoticed aesthetically, but are very useful to prevent children from hitting their heads.
In addition to the physical and safety characteristics of the glass, you can also choose the material’s aesthetic characteristics.
That’s because the glass table can take on different shapes, ranging from round tops, through to squares, ovals and rectangular ones.
The top color is another differential. You can opt for smoked, transparent, frosted (frosted) and colored glass tops.
Glass table base: types and models
The glass table base can also vary widely. Here, you have two options: buy the complete table, with top and base included, or choose to buy the separate pieces, fully customizing the table design.
See below the most used types of glass table base:
wooden base
The wooden base is the most classic and timeless of all. It walks very well between different decorative styles, ranging from classic to rustic.
For a chic and sophisticated dining room, for example, prefer a wooden base with a fine, well-crafted finish.
For a modern or even rustic room, the base wood can be more rustic and little worked. It is even worth using rustic tree trunks as an option for the base.
stainless steel base
The stainless steel base combined with the glass top is modern and elegant at the same time.
This model is ideal for those who want a clean and light decor, but without losing style and personality.
iron base
Another great choice for the glass table is the iron base. Iron is a material that allows for numerous finishes, including different shapes and colors.
marble base
The epitome of sophistication is the glass table with a marble base.
But pay attention to where the table will be placed. As it is a very heavy material, marble can hardly be moved around.
How to clean glass table
There is a legend going around that the glass table is difficult to clean. But is it really?
It all depends on how you take care of the table on a daily basis. The more exposed it is during activities, the more it will get dirty.
The tip to keep the glass table clean for longer is to always cover it with a towel at meal times and when carrying out other activities, such as for the children to do their homework or for home office work.
When not in use, only dust will accumulate on the surface. And dust cleaning is simple. Just wipe with a dry, soft cloth.
Finger marks and grease, which are also common to appear on the glass table, do not need to be cleaned daily. It is recommended to do this complete “cleaning” once a week. But the process is also simple.
Use a cloth lightly dampened with glass cleaner. Avoid using chemicals and detergents that can result in stains on the glass.
Also avoid using lint-free cloths.
Caring for the glass table
- Do not place hot pans directly on the glass table. Use pan holders. Heat and high temperatures can gradually damage the table.
- Watch out for scratches. Therefore, it is always recommended to use towels and cup holders to avoid friction directly with the glass.
- The same goes for steel sponges. They scratch and compromise the top’s beauty, so avoid.
- Use silicone protectors on corners to avoid accidents, both with children and adults.
Here are 50 glass table ideas for you to be inspired (and fall in love!):
01. Rectangular glass table with wooden base: a wild card in any decor.
02. Rectangular glass table following the shape of the kitchen.
03. Square glass table with gilded iron base: elegance and refinement
04. Glass table 6 chairs for a large and spacious dining room.
05. How about a glass table with a wooden base that matches the scenery that comes from outside?
06. Glass on the top and base: a project full of transparency and modernity
07. Glass table 8 seats with rustic stone base.
08. The round glass table is perfect for small rooms
09. Glass table for the German corner.
10. Rectangular glass table with stainless steel base in a sophisticated and modern design.
11. To match the glass table, nothing better than acrylic chairs.
12. Round glass table for 4 seats accompanied by upholstered chairs.
13. Black glass table for personality decoration.
14. The differentiated iron base changes the whole look of the new glass table.
15. Here, the wooden base of the glass table has the same organic shape as the chairs.
16. In this other inspiration, the material chosen to compose the glass table and chairs was iron.
17. Round glass table 8 seats: for those who have a lot of people to receive and little space in the environment
18. Base and chairs almost always combine.
19. And what do you think of this golden base for the rectangular glass table? Super chic!
20. For a full effect of transparency, choose to use the glass table and base.
21. Small round glass table for that comfortable corner of the house
22. Have you thought about using rectangular glass table with benches instead of chairs?
23. Round glass table 6 seats with stainless steel base and chairs
24. Rectangular Dining Room Equals Rectangular Glass Table
25. The rattan chairs are a charm only with this rectangular 6 seater glass table
26. The base of the glass table is always a differentiator.
27. White glass table with Panton chairs
28. 4-seater glass table for the integrated dining room.
29. Upholstered armchairs accompany this other rectangular glass table.
30. Glass may even be common, but it is in the presence of the base and the chairs that the table reveals itself
31. Black glass table with retro design chairs
32. How about bringing a touch of color to the rectangular glass table?
33. 4-seater round glass table with a stylish iron base.
34. Here, the black glass table has enhanced the color palette of the decor.
35. Round glass table with wooden base following the style of chairs.
36. In this modern and clean room, the round glass table bet on the stainless steel base
37. Glass dining table with edges and wooden base.
38. Round glass table based on inspired by the classic Saarinen table.
39. Small rectangular glass table, but full of grace!
40. Glass table 4 seats with an iron base beyond the original.
41. Rectangular glass table made to measure to follow the measurements of the environment.
42. Glass coffee table: one of the favorites in room decoration.
43. Black glass dining table: a trend in modern decorations.
44. Four-seater round glass table with gold base, just like the chairs. Highlight for the luxurious upholstery that closes the set.
45. Rectangular glass table with rustic cement base following the decorative pattern of the walls.
46. Black glass table: single design material
47. For a rustic decor, bet on the glass table with a wooden base.
48. Glass coffee table: beautiful and functional.
49. This other glass coffee table features two tops to add even more functionality.
50. Nothing like a piece full of design like this glass coffee table!
