Aluminum Folding Tables

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Updated 10/05/2021

Some plastic and steel folding tables can be very heavy. Aluminum tables on the other hand are incredibly sturdy, very lightweight, and often easy to clean. There is a size available for any situation, and they're great for camping and children's uses. Take a look at this collection for more.

Buying Guide

Schools, homes, and offices all use tables, and aluminum folding tables are among the cheapest and most versatile options to consider. They can be easily covered with a cloth if you want to hide the metal appearance, and the fact they can fold down enables you to keep them hidden away in a cupboard when not in use. They won’t take up much space unless you want them to, and they are robust enough to withstand damp weather, making them suitable to be stored in a garage or outdoor area. Before committing to buying any tables, here are some important factors you will need to bear in mind.

What size aluminum folding tables should you get?

This will depend on what you intend to use the table for. Schools generally use rectangular aluminum tables which are suitable for seating around 8-10 people. These can be used in certain classrooms and larger halls for group activities or workshops.

A similar size of table is also suitable for an exhibition or stall. If you are selling goods, advertising a product or campaigning, you might find yourself in situations where you need to have a good table. A folding table means that it is highly versatile and able to be transported easily from one place to the next. Aluminum is not only durable, but it is also available in various sizes.

Smaller aluminum folding tables are available. While they are still rectangular in length, they would only seat 4-5 people, meaning they are considerably smaller. Even smaller tables to seat just two people can also be found, and are regularly seen in cafes or restaurants situated outside.

What colors do aluminum folding tables come in?

Aluminum tables are mainly in a silver color since they are metal, but this doesn’t mean that other colors aren’t available. You can find aluminum tables which are actually covered in a wooden layer but have the metal sturdy base that you are looking for.

Other types of aluminum tables may be available in other colors, such as blue, green and pink. These are painted with these colors, and it is easy to paint them yourself if you have bought plain tables and then decided you want to add some color. Colors are most often seen on tables which are in cafes where there is a colourful theme and style throughout the whole place. Patterns may also be included on the table, and even if you buy a plain aluminum folding table, you can decorate it later yourself with something more attractive.

How to maintain aluminum folding tables?

Once you have found the perfect tables and purchased them, you need to think about how you’re going to look after them. Thankfully, cleaning aluminum requires very little effort, and many people don’t waste any time at all keeping them clean. However, it’s important that you keep on top of cleaning them if you want them to last a long time. Every few weeks, take a damp cloth and wipe over the entire table, getting rid of any surface dirt.