A trestle table is an item of furniture consisting of two or three trestle supports linked by a cross-member over which a board or tabletop is placed. This simple, collapsible style remained the most common Western form of table until the 16th century but you can find such pieces today too, they are stable, comfortable in using and bring that rustic charm that everyone loves. Some of them have additional open storage compartments, which is also a great reason to get such a piece. Let’s have a look how to rock a trestle table or desk in your interior to make it look harmonious.
Trestle Dining Tables
The most popular usage of a trestle table is rocking it in your dining space: such a table will easily add warmth, coziness and a rustic feel to any space where you place it. Actually, a trestle dining table can be incorporated into any interior: coastal and industrial, modern and shabby chic, feminine and masculine – there are many versions and looks of this famous table, and you will be able to find the one you need very fast. A large, especially dark stained, wooden trestle table will stand out in any space and any colors, and you’ll have not only a dining table – a game one and you can even dance on it – it’s very durable!
a coastal dining room with a rough wooden trestle dining table that adds texture and style
a cottage dining room with white chairs and a wooden trestle table, a glam chandelier to add style to the space
a white shabby chic dining space with a wooden trestle table
a modern industrial-inspired space with colorful chairs is made warmer with a wooden table
a gorgeous modern dining space with a trestle wooden table and black chairs
a coastal dining space with a view looks cozier with a rustic dining table
a whitewashed shabby chic dining room is enlivened with a large wooden trestle dining table
a dark stained wooden trestle table adds a vintage rustic feel to this small breakfast nook
in this white space the trestle dining table is highlighted with a matching bench
a rustic dining space with a wooden tabletop and white legs and a matching bench looks cozy and intimate
a modern dining space with upholstered chairs is made cozier with a dark stained trestle dining table
Trestle Desks
A trestle desk is also a great idea for any home office or real office. First of all, it looks timeless and chic. second, it’s durable and practical – there are additional storage compartments, they are open and the desk won’t look bulky. Third, there are many options to choose from and if you don’t want a traditional stained wood desk, you can get much more! If it’s a masculine office, paint the tabletop black, if it’s an industrial space, go for metal legs, if you want a neutral piece – just take a white trestle desk and voila!
a kid's study space with a light-colored trestle desk, which has storage compartments
a metal and wood trestle desk for an industrial or masculine home office
a dark stained trestle desk makes a statement in a giirlish home office
a modern laconic version of popular trestle desk - black legs and a wooden tabletop
a modern version of trestle desk in white looks amazing in this girl's home office
a Scandinavian workspace for two with a long trestle desk on white legs, which is used instead of a windowsill
adapt your trestle desk to the style of your space like here - the desktop was painted black to make it look more masculine
a white and light-colored wood trestle desk has additional open storage compartments
a trestle desk like this one is a perfect for a boho home office with a vintage feel
natural-looking home office with lots of light-colored wood and a wooden trestle desk
Trestle Console Tables
A trestle table is a perfect console for lots of entryways and living rooms! Get a rustic trestle table and make your entryway more inviting yet timeless with it, or opt for a refined vintage one to contrast your modern living room interior. If you want something really minimalist, change the tabletop for a concrete one, and you’ll get a modern and very long-lasting piece.
a modern version of trestle table with a concrete top to use it as a durable entryway console
a rustic trestle console table with blackened metal decor echoes with vintage metal framed mirrors
a small trestle table used as a console for a vintage-inspired entryway
a small vintage rustic trestle table fits this refined modern space as a tiny console
a trestle table used as a console in a shabby chic entryway - such a cozy and comfy in using piece
a wooden trestle table used in an entryway or living room as a console, a basket for additional storage
rustic wooden trestle table is repurposed into a console that adds warmth to this living room