Walnut Dining Tables
Walnut doesn't need much help. A clear matte finish is all it takes to bring out its deep chocolate color and purplish undertones. Groundwork has built custom dining tables by hand in Philadelphia since 1993, and every solid walnut table we make is built to order in the size, shape and base that suits your room.
Inquire About a Walnut TableWhy walnut
Each hardwood we work with has its own character, and walnut's is hard to miss. Its dark, chocolate-toned grain with purplish undertones looks finished on its own, so there's no need to stain it. We just protect it with a clear matte finish and let the wood do the work. We source our walnut from Pennsylvania mills whenever possible.
Walnut suits clean-lined, contemporary rooms. It also brings warmth to a space full of white walls, stone or steel.
How we build a walnut table
Every walnut table is built to your exact specifications by skilled local artisans in southeastern Pennsylvania. Two directions we've taken it:
- Live edge walnut. The natural edge of the slab is left intact, so the table keeps the organic shape of the tree, and no two are the same.
- Walnut with other woods. Walnut pairs well with lighter species. One of our tables combines a maple and walnut top on a sculptural walnut X base, letting the contrast between the two woods show.
For the base, you can stay in wood or go with steel. Our steel bases can be left with a natural finish and a coat of wax, or powder-coated in any of hundreds of colors. Painted bases are available in any color. Tops can be rectangular, square, round, elliptical oval or racetrack oval.
Sizes
We build every table to the length and width you give us. The two walnut tables shown here are 72 inches long, one 30 inches wide and one 48 inches wide, but yours can be any size. Send us your room dimensions and how many people you usually seat, and we'll help you work it out. As a general rule of thumb, plan on roughly 24 inches of table edge per seated person and about 36 inches of clearance between the table and the wall.
Walnut dining tables we've built
Here are two of our walnut tables. Use either one as a starting point and change the size, shape or base.
72" × 30" live edge walnut on curved steel pedestals
A 72" × 30" live edge walnut top is supported by curved steel pedestal bases, blending the organic character of natural wood with sculptural steel. The flowing live edge preserves the individuality of the walnut, making each table unique.
72" × 48" maple and walnut oval on a walnut X base
A 72" × 48" elliptical oval top in maple and walnut is supported by a sculptural walnut X base. The contrasting wood species highlight the natural beauty and character of each, creating a bold composition.
How ordering works
- Share your idea. Choose a gallery table as a starting point, or send a photo, a magazine clipping or a simple sketch. Tell us your size, shape and the base you like.
- Design and refine. We'll review your ideas, respond with some thoughts of our own along with a sense of pricing, and go back and forth with you until the details are right.
- Place your order. We'll send an order form with the final price and lead time, so you have a clear, realistic timeline before anything is built.
- Built by hand. Your table is built to your exact specifications by local artisans in southeastern Pennsylvania.
- White-glove delivery. When it's ready, we carefully transport it, bring it into your home and place it exactly where you want it.
Custom doesn't have to mean endless. Fully bespoke furniture can take a year or more, but most Groundwork tables are finished in a matter of months.
Start your walnut table
Inquire About a Walnut TablePrefer to talk? Call 215.790.0144 or email sales@groundworkhome.com.
Philadelphia, PA
FAQ
What finish do you use on a walnut dining table?
Walnut needs nothing more than a clear matte finish to bring out its deep chocolate color and purplish undertones. There's no need to stain it; the wood speaks for itself.
Is your walnut solid wood?
Yes. We build solid walnut tables, using walnut sourced from Pennsylvania mills whenever possible.
Can I get a live edge walnut dining table?
Yes. We've built live edge walnut tables, like our 72-inch by 30-inch top on curved steel pedestal bases. The flowing live edge preserves the individuality of the walnut, so each table is unique.
Can walnut be combined with other woods or materials?
Yes. One of our tables pairs a maple and walnut top with a sculptural walnut X base, and walnut tops can sit on steel bases for a more contemporary look. Every table is built to your exact specifications.
How long does a custom walnut table take, and how do I get a price?
Most Groundwork tables are finished in a matter of months. Send us your idea through our inquiry form and we'll reply within 2 business days with questions and a custom quote. Before you order, you'll get an order form with the price and lead time.