Mission Oak Pub Table
Buy the best mission oak pub table selected and recommended by interior designers. By Emily Hilton.
For a sturdy pub table that is designed to last forever, perhaps a mission oak pub table is what you need for your home or business. Mission products are crafted with care and designed to endure the perils of time, and oak is known for its time-honored beauty and durability. Take a look at this collection to determine if we have the mission oak pub table you desire.
Mission Oak Pub Table
Buying Guide
Emily Hilton
Interior Design Expert
Emily is a young, talented designer, whose professional interests gravitate towards kitchen and dining spaces. She prides herself on her attention to detail, obsession with functionality, and appreciation for craftsmanship.
Breakfast nooks, entertainment areas or small spaces can make good use from a pub table and chairs. Often referred to as bar tables, bar-height or counter-height pub tables, they can add extra seating and add distinction to any room where activity takes place.
Different styles of pub tables have emerged to fit nicely into any decor. A Mission oak pub table is warm, elegant, and emphasizes simple horizontal and vertical lines. Whether placed flat against a wall, fitted snuggly into a corner or presented proudly in a dining area, a Mission pub table easily gives answers for style and use.
Mission style tables are made from wood. Solid wood, usually white oak, is stained in light to dark shades to complement the grain of the wood. Simple metal hardware supports the construction. Leather can be found on chairs that surround the table.
The following characteristics are typical of what you will find in a Mission Oak Pub Table.
- Straight lines that have no ornamentation on the legs or table top.
- Substantial weight from being made from solid wood.
- Expert craftsmanship in preparation of the wood and the construction.
- Wood that has a medium to dark stain.
- Simple and well-proportioned in design and stature.
The characteristics of Mission style make it acceptable to many decors. Color merits the use with traditional, contemporary or modern designs. A cherry finish brings a sophisticated accent to a pub table in a traditional home. Medium-colored stain can highlight contemporary furnishings and dark finishes match modern rooms where lots of glass and metal are found. Between the straight lines and the multiple finishes, Mission is the perfect accent style for countless interiors.
The height and length can vary for pub tables:
- Counter Height - A counter-height table is made to support seating that is geared toward a kitchen counter. This size works well when used in a kitchen as furniture for extra island space or dining. 35" to 36" is a traditional height for counter-height. A length of 44" and a width of 24" will set against an open wall nicely with matched stools that fit underneath. A smaller and more intimate table can measure 32" x 24". This size can use chairs with backs and look great in a kitchen nook.
- Bar Height - Bar height tables are popular with the younger crowd for moving around. At 40" to 42" tall, one can easily go from sitting to standing without much effort. This design is traditionally used for enjoying a cocktail or having a snack with company. 30" X 30" is a comfortable table top size for this type of use. Either stools or high-backed work for this design.
The finish on a Mission oak pub table needs to be kept dry and protected from moisture rings. An oil polish should be used occasionally to keep a fine wood luster. Cover with place mats and coasters to add longevity to the table.