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Everything You Need To Know About Live Edge Furniture

When going for a modern style of décor, whether it’s the living room or dining area, most people’s first choice of furniture these days is live edge furniture. From custom-made furniture to showrooms, live edge wood has become the latest trend with its bold style. Regardless of it being a bit more pricey than other furniture, it does bring a unique statement to the décor. So, if you’re thinking of buying a live edge bench or table for your office or home, it’s better to know a little bit more about it:

Sligh Studio Designs La Costa Live Edge Writing Desk

Sligh Studio Designs La Costa Live Edge Writing Desk

What is Live Edge Furniture?

Live edge is a type of furniture that is made by keeping the natural edge of the tree retained in its raw form. The edge of the wood, which shows the tree’s age, remains untouched to give it a one-of-a-kind look.
And the detail of it is completely different from any of the woods used in furniture pieces, all the reason for it to be expensive.
It can be made using single slabs or multiple slabs, both offering different quality, price, and rarity.

Sunpan Wyatt Coffee Table

Sunpan Wyatt Coffee Table

What types of Live Edge Furniture are there?

Nowadays, live edge wood is found in all kinds of furniture pieces whether it's a live edge dining table, desk, chairs, conference tables, countertops, you’re looking for.
There are many options that you can go for like a natural only live edge wood piece or the ones with stones, marbles, steel-based, or other materials.
Live edge wood furniture brings a touch of nature, simplicity, and modern style to your home. It’s all up to your choice.

Sligh Studio Designs Katara Live Edge Media Console

Sligh Studio Designs Katara Live Edge Media Console

Why is it so Expensive?

One of the main reasons for the live edge wood furniture to be pricier than one piece of furniture is that its wood is more difficult to mill.
And its unique concept and one-of-a-kind look is another reason what its furniture pieces are more expensive and in demand.
With its natural vibe, the materials the wood is combined with, no. of slabs used, all those factors affect the furniture price.

Sunpan Rusteak Coffee Table

Sunpan Rusteak Coffee Table

What Type of Finish does it come with?

Most of the live edge furniture comes with lacquer or oil finish, with both requiring completely different maintenance and repair.
When applied on the wood surface, lacquer completely seals the wood while oil soaks into the wood grain and strengthens its fibers.
On the maintenance level, lacquer finish live edge furniture is the one you should go for. But if it’s a durable live edge coffee table or furniture piece you’re looking for then an oil finish one is the perfect choice for you.

Sunpan Terrance Dining Table

Sunpan Terrance Dining Table

How is its Overall Craftsmanship?

Quality wood, beautiful aesthetics, great concept, durable, live edge furniture overall offers excellent craftsmanship. But it all comes down to what quality you’ve bought, the type of furniture, and the other material used with it, all together makes up for a great live edge furniture piece. So, even if it's live edge desk, table, kitchen, bathroom, or dining room furniture you’re buying, make sure to check the quality and everyone else.

Sunpan Marquez Extension Dining Table

Sunpan Marquez Extension Dining Table

Summary

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