The same model presents a striking different appearance in oak as compared to maple. Oak shows lots of grain and has a warm, informal appearance. Although maple shows interesting grain patterns too, it has a smooth, glass-like finish that imparts a more formal feeling. Mahogany, a premium tropical species, has long been prized for fine furniture because of its rich dark color and satin finish. Gandy will also custom match any wood finish sample.
Some legs are interchangeable.
Some tables are also available with six legs which we highly recommend for 9 and 10 ft. models because of the added strength and stability. It comes in two styles, scalloped as shown below, or straight. On white tables, colorful abalone diamonds are used. Even at that, they are sometimes plastic substitutes rather than genuine mother of pearl. Since each diamond is painstakingly inlayed by hand it adds considerable cost to the table.