Massive Live Edge Bubinga Slab Table Natural Wood Dining Table Conference Desk Custom Size

Wood: burl bubinga

Features: slab

Size: 120*60*10cm,180*80*10cm,240*100*10cm

Table Legs : Stainless steel / aluminium / cast iron metal


### **1. The Wood: Bubinga**
*   **Origin:** Bubinga (scientific name: *Guibourtia spp.*) is a dense, luxurious hardwood native to the rainforests of West and Central Africa, particularly in countries like Cameroon, Gabon, and Congo.
*   **Appearance:** It is renowned for its spectacular figuring. The wood often features a rich, reddish-brown or pinkish background with dramatic darker streaks of purple, brown, and black. Its grain can be interlocked or wavy, creating a mesmerizing, three-dimensional pattern that looks like flowing ribbons or beeswings.
*   **Durability:** Bubinga is extremely hard, dense, and durable, making it perfect for a heavy-use surface like a dining or conference table.

#### **2. The "Live Edge"**
*   **Meaning:** A "live edge" or "natural edge" means that the natural contour of the tree's outer bark has been preserved on one or both long sides of the slab. Instead of being milled into straight, uniform lines, the table retains the organic, untamed shape of the tree it came from.
*   **Aesthetic:** This feature celebrates the tree's natural history, bringing an raw, organic, and sculptural quality to the piece. No two live edges are ever identical.







#### **3. The "Slab" Construction**
*   **Meaning:** A "slab" refers to a thick, single piece of wood that has been cut lengthwise from the trunk of a tree. The term "massive" indicates that the slab is exceptionally wide, long, and thick, often coming from very old, large-diameter trees.
*   **Impact:** Using a single slab (as opposed to glued-together planks) ensures a continuous, seamless grain pattern across the entire tabletop, highlighting the wood's natural story and grandeur.

#### **4. Design and Craftsmanship**
*   **Base:** The massive slab is typically paired with a base that complements its weight and beauty without competing for attention. Common choices include:
    *   **Modern Metal Legs:** Powder-coated steel hairpin legs, industrial iron bases, or minimalist tubular frames create a stunning contrast between the organic wood and sleek metal.
    *   **Natural Wood Bases:** A live edge slab can also be mounted on a more substantial wooden base, such as a trestle design or custom-built legs from the same wood.
*   **Finishing:** The slab is meticulously sanded to a glass-smooth finish and sealed with hard-wearing oils (like tung or linseed oil) or polyurethane. This process protects the wood while enhancing its natural color and depth, making the grain "pop."