Saturday, September 24, 2016

Why A Zinc Table Is Addition In An Industrial Interior Designed Kitchen

By Carol Edwards


Industrial contemporary interior design has been in trend for the past two years now. There is good sense to this type of interior especially when one lives in the metropolis. This style is characterized by the usage of industrial materials and surfaces like brick, steel, wood and metal. The urban vibe of this kind of interior is a cross between the efficiency and comfort.

Picking the perfect pieces of furniture is vital to the overall vibe of any interior. A zinc table is a popular way to freshen up and renew old tables. What is great with this alloy is how it is not only limited to being used as a table top material. The material is a tad bit more costly than its other metallic contemporaries but it has its perks.

The alloy becomes more charming as time goes by. This is why people usually opt for this material because of the vintage effect that the patina causes. The surface reacts to lemon juice, fingerprints and other things that may come in contact with it and over time, develops as dark blue gray patina that most people like. This can take a long time though.

The stylistic versatility of this furniture makes it ideal not only to industrial looking kitchens but even to ones that want to achieve a traditional country look. Additionally. The durability of metal tops make it a perfect choice for many kitchens with lots of people. This use if this alloy on bar tops was popularized before the second world war.

Metals are one of the basic style elements in any urban interior. Because metal is low maintenance, they are at the top of the most efficient materials that can be used and easily found, which is the basic philosophy of industrial design. Other popular options are pewter, copper, bronze and stainless steel.

Zinc is easy to use for refurbishing old furniture. The process is as easy as cut and pasting like wrapping a book with a plastic cover. The sheet is wrapped around the plywood with construction adhesive. Solder the edges to make sure they stick to each other after wrapping.

Mild soap and water is all that is needed to clean these surfaces. Take great care and do not use abrasive and strong chemicals that corrodes the material. Regular wiping down dirt and grime are all that is needed to keep it clean with minimal effort.

Usage and maintenance are simple, too. These tables can handle sharp objects but unlike stainless steel, direct contact with a knife or a piercing object can leave an impression on the surface. In this case, always use a cutting board. This surface also has a melting point of 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Use hotplates and trivets to avoid problems and do not put hot pots and pans directly on the top.

Urban interiors have a certain charm using materials like reclaimed wood and the genuine beauty of exposed metal beams and construction materials. Naturally these elements are found in the building or rooms making. The chrome, black, metal and wood combination make zinc a perfect fit in this particular setting. Using zinc is versatile enough for the different aesthetics of modern, contemporary and even traditional interior design.




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