George Side Table

Walnut is prized in fine furniture for several interconnected reasons:

• Its heartwood ranges from rich chocolate brown to ash grey-black, a color that's both rare and deeply luxurious — most hardwoods are pale by comparison
• The grain is typically straight but often features beautiful figuring: curly, crotch, and burl patterns that are visually striking
• It has a natural luster that takes finishes exceptionally well. It's tight pores create a satin smooth touch
• Despite being hard and dense, walnut is ideal for creating refined shapes and designs. Adapting easily to fine, complex designs without tearing or splintering.
• It's strong and stable once dried, resisting warping and movement with seasonal humidity changes — critical for longevity in furniture
• Good dimensional stability means joints stay tight over decades

This is made of solid Walnut wood and is available in your choice of Natural Finish which enhance's the wood's natural color slightly--adding a warm glow--while still highlghting the organic beauty of the Walnut grain.

We own and operate our wood working facility in China where this piece is made. We purchase Walnut wood from orchards that sell the trees when they are no longer producing nuts. The wood is kiln-dried and each piece is crafted by skilled carpenters. Gingko's Design Office and Warehouse is located in northern California.

The walnut table top is finished with protective coat of lacquer and then a natural wax is added for a rich, satin finish. This finish will be damaged by exposure to heat and liquid, so it is important to put coasters under drinks and wipe up any spills. If placed in direct sunlight, the wood's color will fade over time. The table top will benefit from regular dusting with a soft cloth and occasionally treating it with a high quality wood oil. The great thing about a solid wood table as opposed to a veneer or pressed wood table is that deep scratches or stains can be addressed by refinishing the table top.