This old elm coffee table uses a solid-wood and veneered-panel construction to balance natural timber character, structural stability and sourcing cost.
The tabletop is built with a solid wood perimeter frame surrounding a plywood core finished with thin old elm veneer. The table legs are made from solid wood.
This construction preserves the visible character of natural timber while reducing the amount of solid wood required across the large tabletop surface.
The standard dimensions are 115 × 115 × 40 cm.
Product Information
Product Type: Coffee Table
Standard Material: Old Elm
Tabletop Structure: Solid wood perimeter frame with old elm veneer over plywood
Table Legs: Solid wood
Standard Dimensions: 115 × 115 × 40 cm
Alternative Wood Options: White Oak / Ash
Veneer Color: Customizable
Dimensions / Finish: Custom options can be reviewed
Development: OEM / ODM
Order Basis: MOQ is 10 pieces per design, with commercial orders and shipment generally arranged on a full-container basis.
Why Use Solid Wood and Veneer Together?
The tabletop is deliberately not made entirely from solid wood.
Large solid-wood surfaces can respond to environmental changes, while a plywood-based veneered panel provides a more stable base for a broad tabletop.
On this model, the outer edge remains solid wood, so the visible perimeter retains the substance and texture buyers expect from timber furniture. The veneer over the plywood center maintains a consistent old elm appearance across the top.
The solid wood legs then give the lower structure a genuine timber construction.
For furniture buyers, this combination provides three practical benefits:
- Natural wood appearance remains visible
- The tabletop structure is more stable and less prone to deformation
- Material use is more cost-efficient than producing the entire top in solid timber
This type of combined construction is common in furniture manufacturing when appearance, stability and commercial pricing all need to be considered together.
Our September guide to oak furniture construction also explains how solid wood frames and veneered panels can be used together when their connection and edge details are properly considered.
Old Elm Gives the Table Its Character
Old elm gives this version a visibly different character from a standard white oak coffee table.
The material direction works particularly well for furniture collections that want a stronger natural or aged timber appearance rather than a completely uniform contemporary surface.
Because this is furniture intended for B2B sourcing, the material specification is important. Buyers should know which areas are solid wood and which areas use veneer rather than receiving a general “wood coffee table” description.
MrsWoods develops wooden furniture for furniture brands, wholesalers, retailers and project buyers, with material and construction adjusted according to the required collection positioning.
More related models are available in the MrsWoods Coffee Table Collection.
Can It Be Made in White Oak or Ash?
Yes.
The existing old elm version can also be reviewed in white oak or ash.
When the timber changes, the corresponding veneer and finish direction should be considered together so the tabletop and solid wood components remain visually coordinated.
The veneer color can also be adjusted according to the buyer’s collection.
This gives furniture brands and wholesalers several ways to reposition the same basic design:
- Old elm for a more aged timber character
- White oak for an oak furniture collection
- Ash for a different grain and material direction
- Custom veneer color to coordinate with an existing range
Material changes should be confirmed before sampling because changing the timber affects more than just the final color.
Custom Development for Furniture Brands and Buyers
MrsWoods works as a custom furniture manufacturer and supplier, so this product can be purchased in its existing form or used as the starting point for an OEM or ODM project.
Buyers can provide:
- Product drawings or reference images
- Required dimensions
- Preferred timber
- Veneer or finish reference
- Color requirements
- Expected order quantity
- Collection or project requirements
The material, construction and finish can then be reviewed before quotation and sampling.
For more information about this process, see our OEM & ODM Furniture Development Service.
A Practical Option for Commercial Furniture Sourcing
For a retailer or furniture brand, specifying an all-solid-wood tabletop is not always necessary.
This model offers another approach: use solid timber where the edge profile, structure and tactile quality are important, while using a veneered plywood panel across the larger tabletop area.
The result retains the timber-led appearance while providing a more stable and commercially efficient construction.
That balance can be useful for buyers developing mid-to-high-end furniture collections where appearance, repeat production and target pricing need to work together.
You can learn more about MrsWoods’ sourcing, product development and quality-control capabilities on our About MrsWoods page. MrsWoods supports international furniture brands, wholesalers and project customers with product development and supply coordination.
FAQ
Is the entire coffee table made from solid old elm?
No. The tabletop combines a solid wood perimeter with old elm veneer over plywood. The legs are made from solid wood.
Why is the tabletop made this way?
The panel construction improves tabletop stability and reduces the risk of deformation while retaining the appearance and feel of natural timber. It also provides a more cost-efficient option than an entirely solid-wood top.
What are the standard dimensions?
The standard dimensions are 115 × 115 × 40 cm.
Can the material be changed?
Yes. White oak and ash can be considered as alternatives to old elm.
Can the veneer color be changed?
Yes. The veneer color and finish can be reviewed according to the buyer’s collection requirements.
Can MrsWoods manufacture from our own design?
Yes. Furniture brands, wholesalers and project buyers can provide drawings, reference images, dimensions and material requirements for OEM or ODM development.
Source This Coffee Table for Your Collection
If you need an old elm coffee table manufacturer or supplier that can balance solid wood appearance, veneered construction and commercial sourcing requirements, send MrsWoods your required dimensions, timber choice, finish reference and expected order quantity.
We can review the material and tabletop construction together before sampling and production.
