In short: “Medium” No. 3 is a garden table with benches made of solid oak: a rectangular table of thick planks and two benches with backrests. The backrest of one bench is made of a half-log, and the other of a wide plank with a natural edge. The set is more massive than the light model but not yet the heaviest, and its size and finish are agreed individually.
What the garden table with benches “Medium” looks like
In the photo the set stands in a spacious yard on a mown lawn. Fruit trees with whitewashed trunks grow all around, and a wooden fence can be seen farther off. The day is overcast, so the warm brown color of the furniture looks calm and rich.
The table. The tabletop is made of five thick planks with beveled, rounded ends. The planks are laid with small gaps so that rainwater does not collect on the surface. The tabletop is held up by two massive legs made of thick planks, which widen at the bottom and rest firmly on the ground. The legs are joined by a longitudinal beam, whose end passes through the leg and is clearly visible in the photo. This traditional joint keeps the table from wobbling sideways.
The benches. Both benches stand on thick, shaped legs. The seats are made of wide planks with rounded edges. That is what makes the set interesting: the benches are not identical. The backrest of the front bench is a rounded half-log resting on diagonal braces. The backrest of the rear bench is a wide plank whose upper edge is left wavy, just as it was in the tree.
Wooden dowels can be seen in the joints. They not only hold the parts together but also show that the furniture is joined in the traditional carpenter’s way, not only with screws.
The brown finish unites the furniture: although the backrests of the benches differ, the color and the grain tie the whole set into one. The oak rings are clearly visible through the coating, and in some places knots too. Such marks show that the furniture is made of solid wood, not of glued boards. The edges of the planks are rounded, so neither hands nor clothes catch on them when you sit.
The photo details in a table
A short summary of what can be seen in the photo of this typical example:
| Detail | Visible |
|---|---|
| Rectangular tabletop of five thick planks | Yes |
| Massive table legs widening toward the bottom | Yes |
| Longitudinal beam between the table legs | Yes |
| Bench with a half-log backrest | Yes |
| Bench with a backrest of a plank with a natural edge | Yes |
| Wooden dowels in the joints | Yes |
| Chairs or armrests | No |
There are no chairs in this set: everyone sits on the benches. It is a simple and practical solution: benches take up less room than separate chairs, and children can sit closer to each other on them.
Two different backrests in one set
The half-log backrest is round and massive. It looks rustic, and its shape recalls the walls of log houses. It especially suits a yard that already has a log cabin, a sauna or a gazebo.
The backrest made of a wide plank supports a larger area of the back. Its natural, wavy top gives the bench liveliness, since no two such planks are completely alike. This backrest looks lighter and a little more elegant.
In the photo both types are combined in one set, and that can be a good idea if you want to try both. But if you prefer identical benches, it is enough to say so when you order. The type of backrest, the length of the benches and their height are agreed individually, so the set can be put together to your taste.
It is also important that on both benches the backrest is fixed to sturdy posts. When you lean back, the bench stands firmly, because its legs are massive and rest widely on the ground.
What “medium” means and who it suits
The names of Laukbaldis garden furniture, “Light”, “Medium” and “Heavy”, tell you how massive they are. “Medium” is the middle option. Its tabletop planks and legs are thick, but the set is not as massive as furniture made of trunks or solid slabs.
It is worth choosing a set like this when you want sturdy furniture that the wind will not affect, but that you will need to move now and then. For example, when mowing the lawn or carrying the furniture under a roof in autumn. Still, solid oak is heavy, so it is better for several people to carry the table.
“Medium” suits a family yard where the furniture is used almost daily: coffee in the mornings, dinner in the evenings, guests at weekends. It also suits a farmstead or a garden plot, where furniture stands outdoors all season. Since the set consists only of a table and two benches, it does not take up much room and looks good even in a small yard.
If you want to compare, look at the light oak furniture set No. 1 and the heavy set with a live-edge tabletop No. 4. Similar in style but with different proportions is the medium table with benches No. 6. All the models are collected in the section garden and outdoor furniture.
A table among fruit trees: what to take into account
In the photo the set stands in a garden, near fruit trees. A place like this looks cozy, but it has its own peculiarities that are worth thinking about in advance.
- Falling fruit and leaves. Apples and pears that fall on the tabletop may leave stains, so toward the end of summer it is worth inspecting and wiping the table more often.
- Shade. The crowns of fruit trees create pleasant shade on a hot day, but under them wood dries more slowly after rain.
- Roots and uneven ground. The ground under trees is often uneven, so it is worth putting slabs under the legs so that the table stands level.
- Mowing the lawn. Leave enough room around the set so that you can drive a mower around it conveniently.
If you want the furniture protected from rain and falling fruit, you can choose a spot under a roof. A wooden garden gazebo is perfect for this: the table with benches will stay dry there all season.
When choosing a spot, also think about when you usually sit outdoors. If you like breakfast in the sun, put the table on the eastern side of the garden, and if you prefer dinners, where the evening sun shines longest. A good place is one with a hard path leading to it from the house, so that you do not have to walk through dewy grass carrying dishes and food.
How to care for the brown finish and wooden joints
The warm brown coating brings out the oak rings and helps hide small bits of dirt. To keep it looking good for a long time, simple but regular care is enough.
In spring, before the first lunches outdoors, wash the furniture with warm water and mild soap and let it dry well. If the surface has become rough or faded, coat it with an oil made for exterior wood. Apply the oil in a thin layer and wipe off the excess with a cloth after a while. Furniture standing in a sunny spot may need its coating renewed more often than furniture standing in the shade.
Once a season, inspect the joints too. Over a year wood swells and dries a little, so the wooden dowels and the ends of the beams may shift slightly. If you notice that the table or a bench has started to wobble, consult the maker about the best way to tighten the joint.
For winter it is best to carry the furniture under a roof. If that is not possible, at least lift it off the ground and cover it with a breathable cover. Then snow and meltwater will not collect on the tabletop or soak into the ends of the legs. In spring, before using the furniture again, let it stand dry for a few days and only then coat it with oil.
Ordering: what to say when you call
UAB “Laukbaldis” has made wooden products since 1996. As the company states, it was the first in Lithuania to start making this production. The furniture is made of solid oak by experienced craftsmen, and the knots and natural curves of the wood make every product one of a kind.
To order, call +370 687 25388 and quote No. 3. Before the call, think about a few questions: how many people usually sit at the table, where the set will stand, whether you want both types of backrest or identical benches, and what shade of finish you prefer. The website shows only typical examples, so the length of the table, the number of benches and the finish are agreed with each customer individually.
Before you call, measure the place where the set will stand. Add to the length of the table the room needed to pull the benches out and walk around. If the furniture will stand in a gazebo, measure its interior between the supports. Simple figures like these help you choose the right table length straight away, so that the set does not look too big or too small.
Frequently asked questions
How many benches are there in the Medium set No. 3?
The photo shows a table and two benches with backrests. The number and length of the benches can be changed, because the composition of the set is agreed individually.
Can both benches be ordered with identical backrests?
Yes. In the photo one bench has a half-log backrest and the other a wide plank, but the type of backrest can be chosen. It is agreed when you order.
How does the medium set differ from the heavy one?
The medium set is made of thick planks but is lighter and simpler in shape than the heavy furniture made of trunks or solid slabs. It is easier to move, for example when mowing the lawn.
Is it a good idea to put the table under fruit trees?
Yes, but toward the end of summer you will need to wipe off fallen fruit and leaves more often. It is worth putting slabs under the legs so that the table stands level on uneven ground.
How often should the finish be renewed?
Usually it is enough to coat the furniture once a season with an oil made for exterior wood. Furniture standing in a sunny spot may need its coating renewed more often.
How do I order this garden table with benches?
Call us and quote No. 3. Together we will agree on the length of the table, the type of benches and the finish.
