Ornate Pippy Oak Trestle Table

An ornate trestle table refers to a trestle table that features intricate, decorative details in its design, particularly in the trestles (the supporting A-frame structures) and sometimes the tabletop.

This handmade Pippy oak trestle table was commissioned by a client who had just completed an interesting building project. The completed building has a wonderful vaulted ceiling so in conjunction with the client we designed this table with the series of arches in mind. Altogether the end result has been greatly admired and future commissions have come as a result. The table top is particularly beautiful with a stunning array of little burrs known as Pippy oak. English forests produce the finest Pippy oak in the world.

The open nature of our woodlands, hedgerows and parks allows easy light penetration which encourages ‘epicormic growth’ on the main trunks of the trees. These growths, which look like tumours on the outside, can sometimes consume the whole trunk, creating one big ball of burr. The growths penetrate deep into the heart wood of the tree and when cut perpendicularly to the direction of travel, they appear as cat’s paws or patches of burr on the board.

Matching Oak Furniture

Add matching set of chairs or benches to complement your pippy oak trestle table, talk to Steven about your requirements. We have a wide range of crafted seating available, Steven can also create the right seating to match your table. Whether you are looking for traditional seating or something more contemporary.

If you need some inspiration, you can view some of our previous seating and benches here:

Handmade Chairs – Handmade Benches