Besides handcrafting this wooden dining table, we can’t take too much credit for its beauty. The appeal of The Brendan comes entirely from the natural grain patterns of the Los Angeles lumber.  With an austere all-wood base attached directly to the tabletop, the best thing we did during this design process was get out of the way.

The two solid wood plank legs are set comfortably in from the ends, allowing plenty of legroom for the heads of the table.  The legs also rest as far from the long sides of the tabletop's edge as possible, preventing the other guests from knocking into the wooden uprights as well.  

Besides the visual appeal, solid urban hardwood or reclaimed wood deliver the level of durability that any good dining table must deliver. Never artificially grown or cut from tree farms, The Brendan’s 1.5"-thick hardwood surface thrives under the rigors of full-time use. Even better, this table is environmentally-friendly, as we only use woods that would have otherwise ended up in landfills.

At Parkman, we have respect for the natural durability of solid beams, but we wanted to make sure that The Brendan remains in peak condition as long as possible. With that in mind, we give it an extra level of protection with a hard-wax oil finish or a water-based varnish. These finishes protect the table's surface from dings and stain damage while highlighting the essential attractiveness of the wood.