The 7 Best Reasons To Prefer Live Edge Slabs For Your Projects

Live edge slabs are becoming a very popular choice for enhancing the spaces you spend time in. Do you know why? If, like us, you believe that wood is the most sophisticated and elegant material there is. Then, it’s no wonder that slabs are  today’s most preferred choice.

What makes Live Edge furniture so unique is that it retains much of the natural character of the wood, preserving its visible grain, wavy edges, and end imperfections that keep it looking original.

Live edge slabs used as tables have an elegance and naturalness that simply cannot be matched. Despite the many decorating style options on the market, the warmth and comfort of wood are unbeatable.

For this reason, many companies choose large live-edge conference tables to bring their business meetings to life. It’s no secret that our work environment affects our productivity, and the beauty of a live-edge table is known to stimulate creativity and service. 

Slabs regularly contain wood imperfections such as stains, knots, and holes that add to the unique appearance of each piece. If treated skillfully, these defects are not a problem, but contribute to the overall beauty.

There are many reasons that make slabs a perfect and wise choice when looking for a unique design with personality, and good taste. But here are the ones that Brazilian Lumber considers  the most important: 

1. Durability
2. High quality 
3. Workability
4. Uniqueness 
5. Natural look
6. Sophistication and elegance
7. Recycled material

The beauty of a live edge slab cannot be described in words. Each piece of live edge is truly unique. At Brazilian Lumber, each of our live edge slabs is hand selected and dried to ensure a perfect natural product. 

All of our slab material comes from tropical hardwood trees. The ones we have right now are made from Tigerwood and Angelim Pedra.  Both in a variety of sizes ready for your projects. 

Tigerwood is an exotic type of hardwood which has a distinctive light golden-brown to reddish-brown coloring with exotic black and brown streaks. Therefore, ist color gives the wood such a unique appearance. 

This amazing hardwood has a non-preservative lifespan of over 30 years, does not mold or mildew, and is sustainably harvested. Any project made of Tigerwood will look like a true work of art.

The color of Angelim Pedra wood varies from tan to yellow, with vertical stripes in shades of dark red, and brown. It is also very durable and resistant to dry-wood termites. Plus, it is a very affordable option.

Common Uses Of Live Edge Slabs

We have them as root slabs, prefinished or unfinished live edge slabs, and round live edge slabs, in a variety of sizes. Click here to check out our slabs. We will be happy to try to help you get the item you require in the colors and styles that best suit your project.

The live edge tables built by our artisans are handcrafted from sustainably harvested wood and built to last. Although decorating trends come and go, live edge furniture continues to be passed down from generation to generation. That’s why buying it means investing in the best choice.

With a Live edge slab, you can expect its unique design, fascinating shapes, and textures to impress anyone who looks at it. These are some of the uses that people normally give them:

• Table Tops
• Coffee Tables
• Barn Style Doors
• Rustic Headboard
• Decorative Art Piece
• Floating Shelf

Each piece of slab is wood in its purest form. With this raw shape comes a uniqueness and beauty that other options cannot beat. Combined with a strong base, this piece of art provides an extraordinary surface for eating, sitting, and getting together with friends.

These incredible pieces of wood retain their natural shape, markings, and other elements. This means that no two slabs are alike, and the furniture made from them is one of a kind. 

This can be considered the most significant characteristic of the live edge slabs, which makes them so unique. It is their imperfections, asymmetry, and roughness that make the slabs especially impressive.

Not all trees are the same, but they are all beautiful in their own way. Sometimes, furniture that seems imperfect at first glance can be truly exquisite with unique designs. Slabs are a good example.

Of course that by imperfections we don’t mean cracks or bark inclusions. That can not stay on the wood. So don’t worry about that.

Live Edge Slabs Are Made From Recycled Materials

As you learn what you should know about live edge slabs, consider the fact that these works of art utilize what others have traditionally dismissed as useless.

Originally, live edge wooden furniture was preferred and created by 19th century settlers, who needed to build most of their worldly possessions by hand using any material that was available. 

Whether cut from trees or reclaimed wood, slabs continue the valuable tradition of recycling. This while producing items of considerable utility and beauty.

To sum up, a live edge slab is a remarkable piece in your home, office or anywhere. It is available in different types of wood and textures while  giving a rustic yet modern touch that will impress your guests.