The conference table is a table that conferees use while holding a meeting. The conferees sit around the conference table. It is important office furniture that is used by the employees as well as the owner of the organization to discuss the agenda of the meeting. Conference table [โต๊ะ ประชุม, which is the term in Thai] are generally large in size. They are often available in rectangular or oval shapes. In a conference room, conference table is the central point. Hence, it is necessary that size of the conference table is appropriate, nor too large neither too short. The conference table must be hosted in the center of the room.
Types of the conference table
- Rectangular conference table: Rectangular tables are the preferred kind of table for offices. They are both stylish and functional, suitable for a boardroom meeting. The top of the table is flat which makes it usable for other purposes as well.
- Boat shaped conference table: This type of conference tables are slightly tapered on the ends and have convex sides. They look stylish and classy because of the curve.
- Round conference table: This type of conference table is generally used in smaller conference rooms. It creates a relaxed atmosphere in the conference room.
Type of base for a conference table
- Slab or panel base: As the name directs these tables have slabs on either side of the table. This type of base offers stability and balance to the table.
- Trestle base: Trestle base are the ones that are T-shaped. It has a narrow base and an upright leg that joins the table to the bases base.
- Pedestal base: The conference table comes with various types of pedestal base. The shape of the pedestal base includes square, cylindrical, rectangular, etc. They add a formal look to the conference room.