Teak Folding Tables
Buy the best teak folding tables selected and recommended by interior designers. By Eliza Bush.
If you think of a folding table traditionally, the mind goes toward plastic or aluminum, but have you ever considered teak? Teak folding tables are an interesting way to transport a table to a location that is both stylish and versatile, plus they can hold a lot of weight. If you are interested in a different style of folding table, maybe teak is what you seek.
Geometric Round Outdoor Folding Teak Table
$399 $474.09
This contemporary geometric teak folding table has a classic 47” wide round shape, a slatted centered surface, and a 4” umbrella hole. The 29.5” tall square eucalyptus legs add unique sturdiness, and a protective coating makes it outdoors safe.
Geometric Round Outdoor Folding Teak Table
Joss & Main
$399 $474.09
Description
This contemporary geometric teak folding table has a classic 47” wide round shape, a slatted centered surface, and a 4” umbrella hole. The 29.5” tall square eucalyptus legs add unique sturdiness, and a protective coating makes it outdoors safe.
Designer Advice
A water-resistant protective coating is an important asset for folding teak tables you plan to use outside. Plus, having a hole already pre-drilled for an umbrella is another useful feature for outdoor tables. And because you can fold them, they’re great for apartments and small yards where you can’t leave a table set up full-time.
Folding Octagon Side Teak Table
$302 $308.69
This honey brown 18” tall, wide, and deep small teak folding table has eight sides. The compact size and curved legs fits all spaces. And at 14 pounds, it’s easy to fold and carry for indoor or outdoor use.
Folding Octagon Side Teak Table
Regal Teak
$302 $308.69
Description
This honey brown 18” tall, wide, and deep small teak folding table has eight sides. The compact size and curved legs fits all spaces. And at 14 pounds, it’s easy to fold and carry for indoor or outdoor use.
Designer Advice
An octagon-shaped teak table gives you the advantage of seating multiple people without feeling cramped. And the compact size and foldable nature mean it can work for extra seating on holidays or temporary outdoor functions and then easily store it away. It’s small and light enough to take on trips for dining or card games.
Butterfly Teak Folding Dining Table
$1444.32 $1664.81
This luxurious contemporary 30.5” tall unique butterfly folding teak dining table stores easily and has a centered umbrella hole. You can fit eight chairs around the 59” L x 59” D (35.5” W with one leaf open) table.
Butterfly Teak Folding Dining Table
Teak Smith
$1444.32 $1664.81
Description
This luxurious contemporary 30.5” tall unique butterfly folding teak dining table stores easily and has a centered umbrella hole. You can fit eight chairs around the 59” L x 59” D (35.5” W with one leaf open) table.
Designer Advice
Teak tables with butterfly fold offer a unique spin on the traditional centerfold. You can put one panel grooved side down for more compact use. Or when the table is fully opened, it becomes large enough to seat eight people. And the pre-drilled umbrella hole makes these table types perfect for an outdoor get-together.
Foldable Modern Square Teak Slatted Table
$99.99 $92.99
This slim solid honey brown wood slatted folding teak table rests on modern arching legs. The 18.5” height by 18.25” depth and length gives this compact table enough space for two people for indoor or outdoor use.
Foldable Modern Square Teak Slatted Table
Loon Peak®
$99.99 $92.99
Description
This slim solid honey brown wood slatted folding teak table rests on modern arching legs. The 18.5” height by 18.25” depth and length gives this compact table enough space for two people for indoor or outdoor use.
Designer Advice
Teak wood is a popular choice of table material because it can be water-resistant, making it suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Foldable teak tables are a great look for outdoor areas while offering a convenient slim size when folded to store easily into any small storage area. Use these compact tables for dining or as a side table.
Bistro Metal and Teak Folding Table and Chairs
This minimalistic bistro set has two 31” tall by 17” wide teak cushioned seats on folding 16” wide metal frames. The matching 28” tall by 22” wide by 22” deep metal frame supports a waterproof folding teak wood tabletop.
Bistro Metal and Teak Folding Table and Chairs
FORCLOVER
Description
This minimalistic bistro set has two 31” tall by 17” wide teak cushioned seats on folding 16” wide metal frames. The matching 28” tall by 22” wide by 22” deep metal frame supports a waterproof folding teak wood tabletop.
Designer Advice
Bistro sets are a great choice for a small table and chairs set to go into compact spaces like patios, balconies, or breakfast nooks. A sleek mixed material design like this helps you get a cohesive look for your dining set for two without feeling cluttered. And the included cushions help with the aesthetic and comfort.
Teak Folding Tables
Buying Guide
Eliza Bush
Interior Design Expert
Eliza is a creative interior designer who swears by the power of sleek interiors and quality furniture to transform daily personal and professional life. With a B.Sc. in interior design from Philadelphia University and a well trained eye for craftsmanship, she offers unparalleled advice on how to arrange your space to make it sophisticated, comfortable, and functional, whether it’s the office or bedroom.
Teak folding tables are some of the most convenient, durable, and reliable furniture that can be used anywhere and anytime. They're portable and they can be placed in the tightest of storage spaces. As there’s a growing demand for space-saving furniture, manufacturers are producing teak folding tables in large quantities as well as in different styles and sizes.
To be smart in making a selection, here are some tips to heed when you’re on the market for a teak folding table:
Resilience and strength are some of the benefits you can enjoy with teak tables. This means they can be used outdoors and indoors as your garage or workshop tables. Although they are a tad bit pricier, they don’t rust or dent, unlike the standard folding table that is made of either melamine or aluminum. Teak folding tables have become status symbols as they're the best when it comes to lasting decades. They can be passed down to several generations as heirlooms but full exposure to direct sunlight isn't recommended.
The legs of teak folding tables are their foundation. They help you determine whether the main purpose of a model is portability, stability, or comfort. If the legs of a table form a frame that’s open, which allows you to stand from or sit on your chair easily, then they’re comfort-style legs. For stability, the best type is the H-style, which features rungs that join ends of table legs but they’re not the best at providing a comfortable use of teak folding tables. For sturdiness and balance, pedestal legs are the best. They fold inward across a table’s underside for a quick and easy setup as well as dismantling.
A teak folding table is added with a finish to protect its surfaces from moisture. A quality finish will also make the appearance of the wood richer. Unlike paint that hides teak’s original surface, a finish will improve its appearance. The most common finishes used for teak folding tables are dye, oil finishes, varnish, shellac, water-based finishes, lacquer, stain, and French polish.
The best type of finish for teak is oil-based as it protects the wood inside out. It will penetrate the cells of the material to give it ample protection against sunlight and the weather.
If your intention for getting a teak folding table is to add a versatile surface in your home for eating and working that everyone can use, the best unit for your household is one with adjustable legs, most especially if you have kids. Standard fixed height tables stand around 30 inches and they will get the job done. But, an adjustable height feature will offer you more flexibility.
If you plan on moving the table frequently, built-in hand grips and casters can assist you on that front. Some units come with automatic lock mechanisms which are convenient when combined with safety stops as they prevent stray hands or fingers from being caught in between a hinge mechanism and legs of a folding table.