How often do you or your team move tables around to reconfigure your space or make minor adjustments here and there to create extra space or balance the room?
It often requires multiple people, or you end up dragging tables, which makes a horrible noise that disturbs colleagues and guests and can also damage the floor.
Tables can be heavy and awkward, making reworking layouts time-consuming and labour-intensive. However, adding additional mobility options like built-in wheels can be the solution to a quicker and easier set-up, requiring fewer people and taking less time.
On several of our tables, we offer options with discreet wheels that complement the furniture’s style without looking out of place, as in the Slimfold and System-C examples below:
6 Benefits of Adding Wheels to Your Tables
1. Effortless Maneuverability: Adding wheels to your tables allows you to glide them across different surfaces, whether moving them within a room or relocating them to another area. Quickly turn tables around 360 degrees or make subtle changes when needed. This effortless manoeuvrability means you make small and significant layout changes with minimal effort, making it easier to reconfigure for different purposes, meetings, or events. These additions are also ideal for restaurants and offices, as well as for quick and quiet changes.
2. Save Time and Money: Applying wheels to tables will significantly reduce the time and effort required to move them. Instead of needing a team of people to lift and carry tables around, a single person can now push or pull the table to the desired position. As you require fewer people to reorganise, it will free up your colleagues or employees to use their time more effectively on other tasks. Reducing the numbers needed also cuts labour costs, making it a cost-effective solution.
3. Reduce Noise: One common issue with moving furniture is the noise it can create, which can be disruptive in quiet environments such as offices, restaurants, libraries, or during events. Dragging tables across floors can produce loud scraping sounds that disturb guests or colleagues. Wheels allow for near-silent movement, eliminating the noise associated with dragging furniture. This feature is particularly beneficial when maintaining a quiet atmosphere is essential.
4. Avoid Floor Damage: Dragging tables across hard or gloss floors can lead to scratches, marks, and potentially permanent damage, which causes unwanted repairs or restoration. Carpeted floors are not an exception, as dragging can cause wear on the fibres, which could lead to tears or holes. Wheels help prevent these issues by lifting the table off the ground, only allowing the wheels to be in contact. This prevents scratches and marks, preserving the condition of your flooring and extending its lifespan.
5. Prevent Wobbly Tables: Over time, the feet of tables can become worn down from constantly being dragged across surfaces, leading to instability and wobbling. It is annoying for customers, especially when trying to dine at a table, and it also often leads to accidents or customer complaints. Adding wheels removes the friction that causes wear and tear on the table’s feet. The wheels help maintain an even, stable surface, ensuring your tables remain steady and useable for extended periods.
6. Safe Handling: Moving heavy tables without wheels can pose a risk of injury. Lifting or dragging a table’s total weight can lead to strains, sprains, and other injuries, especially if the individuals struggle or lift incorrectly. Wheels eliminate the need to lift the total table weight, allowing you to pivot on the wheels. This safer method of handling reduces the risks, protects your team, and promotes a healthier work environment while protecting the furniture from damage.
Simply adding wheels to your tables enhances their functionality, protects your surroundings, and ensures the safety and well-being of those who need to move them. If you would like to find out more about the table options with castors, feel free to contact our team on +44 (0)33 0333 9258 or email us on hello@burgessfurniture.com.