The table, which is attached to the wall

Small spaces put forward special requirements for furniture - in the first place, such a factor as ergonomics must certainly be here. Therefore, choosing a table for a small kitchen or a balcony, it is necessary to give preference to compact, but functional models. A wonderful embodiment of such qualities will be a table that is attached to the wall. We will talk about the advantages of such a solution, as well as its manufacture, in this article.

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What is a folding table?

The folding table when assembled is a thin bar that is not just neatly placed along the wall, but practically merges with it. When the product unfolds, it turns into a functional countertop, behind which several people can comfortably fit.

Important! Such a table is fixed on special U-shaped or triangular supports.

Such furniture has many advantages:

• Compact size. A folding table can be placed in any, even the smallest room, without completely cluttering up the space. You can choose any area of ​​the room, since you do not need to adapt to the configuration of the model.
• Functionality. Even despite the rather modest dimensions, such furniture is very practical and able to fulfill all its direct tasks.
• Stylish design. The laconic transforming tabletop will harmoniously fit into the interior, successfully complementing its design ensemble.
• Ease of installation. Since folding tables are sold ready-made, to carry out their installation for everyone. To do this, attach the workpiece to the wall, adjust its position, check how the countertop and support function, and then use self-tapping screws and ordinary loops to attach it to the wall.

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How to choose a folding table?

There are many criteria for choosing a table that is attached to the wall, but we will focus only on the most basic ones, on which the ease of use of furniture will directly depend.

The size

The first fundamental factor is the size of the model when unfolded. Consider the dimensions of the countertop regarding not only the area of ​​the room, but also the number of people who will subsequently be placed behind it at the same time.

Design

The second criterion is appearance - design and shape. The shape of such a table may be different, but the most common are four options:

• Square - a standard option that most closely resembles a regular dining table. The only difference is the absence of the usual legs.

Important! This option is most optimal for a family of three.

• Rectangular - the most popular model of a folding table, since it is the most convenient and roomy. It can have any number of seats - here everything will depend on the area of ​​the room.
• Round - an original version of the table, which is attached to the wall. Although it requires more usable area than a square or rectangular version, such a table will fit into the classic dining area.
• Semicircular - more compact in comparison with the round, but also less spacious, therefore, such a model is not suitable for the kitchen as a dining table - the "half" for the loggia is more appropriate.

Important! As for the color and texture, there are no restrictions - the folding models are almost as good as traditional tables in design, so it will be easy for you to successfully choose furniture for your interior.

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What material to dwell on?

Another important criterion for choosing a table that is attached to the wall is the material from which it is made. Choosing this piece of furniture, it is advisable to pay attention to one of the following materials:

• Particleboard and MDF. Inexpensive and easy to process material with a wide selection of designs. Plates can be veneered or laminated: the first - in appearance they are very similar to wood, and the second - are characterized by a wide color variety. MDF and particleboard are lightweight, moreover, they are very easy to care for. However, there is no need to talk about the durability of materials, since they are unstable to external mechanical and chemical influences. In addition, such countertops are difficult to restore.
• Wood. Refined, environmentally friendly and very durable material, which will decorate any interior with its very appearance. He is not afraid of mechanical shocks, provided that he is treated with special protective impregnations - he is not exposed to the negative effects of even chemical media. Of the minuses of wooden tables can be noted a lot of weight and high cost.
• Glass. The most durable and very beautiful material that fits perfectly into any modern style. Tables are made of tempered glass, so they are not afraid of bumps and scratches. However, it is worth noting that this material is cold, heavy and quite expensive.

Important! Supports are best bought from metal or wood - these materials are stronger than glass, MDF and chipboard, so they can guarantee the product the necessary reliability and stability.

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DIY folding table

In order to make a folding table in the kitchen, the fixture of which is carried out to the wall, it is not necessary to have any specific knowledge. Everyone can manufacture and install the product. To do this, you will need the following:

• Countertop.
• Hinges.
• Fasteners.
• Support.

For this piece of furniture, the window sill or the wall next to it will be the best place for fastening. This arrangement is most suitable for the set goals, and will also make it possible to use a folding table in the afternoon, not including electricity.

Important! If you decide to place the structure above the radiator, then in the countertop it is advisable to make a certain number of holes so that the warm air from the battery enters the room in sufficient volume.

The parameters of the future table with fastening to the wall or window sill should preferably be calculated in advance:

• It is advisable to make a tabletop with a thickness of 2-3 cm. This thickness guarantees strength, but does not add excessive weight.
• The width can be any, the main thing is that it does not exceed the height from the floor to the windowsill, or if the table is attached to the wall, it must correspond to the selected height.
• The length of the countertops is determined independently, depending on the functions assigned to it, the possibility of placement and other nuances.

Types of support for a folding table

In order for the structure to be securely fixed and be safe, support must be made for it. This element can be in the form:

• Triangular headscarf - suitable when the product is not too long. The support is made of bars, which are pulled together in the form of a rectangular triangle. This bracket is fixed at the bottom of the countertop using hinges.

Important! This method is not suitable if you want to install a folding table over a heating radiator, since the whole burden of the structure, as well as the objects on it, will fall on the battery.

• U-shaped - is appropriate in the case when it becomes clear that the triangular scarf for some reason can not play a supporting role. Such supports are made from the bottom of the countertop, on the sides.They are made of beams which are interconnected in the form of the letter P. The finished structure is fixed to the countertop using hinges, which makes it possible to fold the finished product.

Important! The slats for the folding table, which is attached to the wall, can be fixed at the bottom of the countertop or directly to the wall or some other vertical surface.

Folding table assembly

Assembling a folding table is a simple task, if you follow this algorithm:

1. Attach the workpiece to the intended mounting location to determine the required parameters.
2. Attach the finished support strips to the countertop using loops.
3. Attach the countertop to the windowsill or wall using loops.
4. Check for structural strength.

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In such an absolutely uncomplicated way, you can assemble a compact, yet very functional folding table for the kitchen with your own hands. Such a product will perfectly complement the interior of the kitchen without completely cluttering up the space, which is very valuable when the kitchen is not very large.