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…new coffee table

May 22, 2014 by christen | 17 Comments

I have been looking for a new coffee table casually for a few years. When I say “casually” it means I haven’t had a total bee in my bonnet like I usually do when I feel like I NEED something.

I was convinced to make the plunge after staying at a Four Seasons Hotel over spring break. They had a reclaimed wood coffee table and although I’ve seen them before for some reason this was the clencher for me. IMG_9081

I ordered the medium-sized one and sometimes I think I should have gone larger. I knew I wanted to have it to really use instead of just put things on to look pretty. My kids want a place to put their puzzles and games.

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Yes, there is a child in this photo and yes, that is Wylie Coyote on the television.

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There are a few things that I am learning about this type of natural reclaimed wood. It is not very forgiving when it comes to water spots and the like. I have done my research and I have a few choices. I could seal it with a matte poly or a beeswax, but the color will deepen and I’m not sure I want that. Or I could leave it as is and let the marks become part of the rustic look. I could always sand them out if I got sick of them.

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The water marks do not look like your typical water rings. They integrate a bit more into the wood. So, I’m not sure yet what I will do. I may even just use my ASCP clear wax. I’ll be sure to let you know!

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  1. Elaine says

    May 22, 2014 at 11:19 am

    Where did buy the table?

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    • mary says

      March 7, 2015 at 6:34 pm

      where did you by that coffee table at?

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  2. Judy Sanscartier says

    May 22, 2014 at 11:36 am

    It’s beautiful Christen. It fits perfectly into your room!. It was meant to be!!
    Btw, please tell me what colour and brand of paint is on your wall in that room!

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  3. Rachel says

    May 22, 2014 at 12:05 pm

    Yes….WHERE did you order from? Love it.

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  4. Liza says

    May 22, 2014 at 12:27 pm

    They have similar tables at restoration hardware. I have loved this table for a long time. Can you tell me where you bought yours from? Love Love Love.

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  5. Liza says

    May 22, 2014 at 12:30 pm

    They have similar tables at restoration hardware is this from there? I have loved this table for a long time. Can you tell me where you bought yours from? Love Love Love. Thank you.

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  6. Jeanne L says

    May 22, 2014 at 12:33 pm

    Very nice and perfect for that room! I would just have a few coasters underneath & available for the kids/adults to use. It’s beautiful, I’d hate to see it marred with waterspots. Normal wear and tear shouldn’t hurt it too much – but drinks & food might. Lovely piece!

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  7. Wendy says

    May 22, 2014 at 1:19 pm

    Love it, Christen!

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  8. Dorothy Durbin says

    May 22, 2014 at 2:28 pm

    Love, love, love it!!!

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  9. Melissa says

    May 22, 2014 at 4:50 pm

    Yes, please tell us where you got this from!!! Love!

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  10. Brenda Bijak says

    May 22, 2014 at 6:27 pm

    This looks like the one a friend of mine has. She bought hers at Living Spaces. Love the look! Very pretty.

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  11. Courtney says

    May 22, 2014 at 7:16 pm

    Where is this table from I love!

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  12. Chiara says

    May 23, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    Restoration Hardware? 😉

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  13. Amy says

    May 25, 2014 at 6:39 pm

    I saw a table just like this one at Luckett’s Spring Market!! I fell in love with it too! It’s Gorgeous!

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  14. Beverly says

    May 26, 2014 at 11:18 am

    Hi Christen! Can you share with me where I can find the gorgeous greenery sphere? I need a large one to fit into an olive bucket I found. I just can’t find one as large as this one appears to be.
    Thanks!

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  15. Mary says

    May 28, 2014 at 3:03 pm

    Please tell us where you got your table? Ive wanted a reclaimed wood one like this also!
    Thanks!

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  16. Liza says

    May 30, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    Hi guys,
    I just wanted to let you all know that Joss & Main has a table just like this one for sale now. It’s under ” A stoies Past” the Aberdeen Coffee Table and only $322.00

    Reply

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