How to Choose a Microcement Table — Complete Guide

Choosing a microcement table well is not about deciding between models: it is about answering four questions — the use it is going to have, the space it occupies, the shape the room needs, and the color that must accompany it. This guide walks through each of those decisions with concrete criteria, so that the table you choose truly solves the space where it is going to live.

1. First, the use: dining, living room, or side

A microcement table can be a dining table, a coffee table, or a side table. The scale changes completely from one to another, even though the material is the same:

Allma microcement dining table, rectangular, on a steel base

2. Shape: round, oval, or rectangular

Shape organizes the circulation of the room. The round microcement table favors passage in compact spaces and eliminates the corners; the oval balances capacity and flow in the dining room; the rectangular maximizes the surface for six or more people. In the dining room, a practical rule: leave at least 60–80 cm of clearance around the table so you can sit down and stand up comfortably.

Core round microcement table

3. Dimensions: how to calculate them

  • Dining: 120 cm for four people; 140–160 cm for six. The standard height is 74–76 cm.
  • Coffee: the table length ideally between half and two thirds of the sofa; leave about 50 cm between the sofa and the table.
  • Side: the height follows the sofa backrest or the bed, depending on the model.

The complete guide to dimensions, tolerances, and assembly is in the dimension guide.

4. Color and finish

Marlot Baus's mineral palette starts from five base tones — Off White, Ivory, Sand, Gray, and Black — and is completed with intermediate tones on request. In bright rooms, light tones add lightness; in dark interiors, Gray and Black anchor the piece. The finish is a satin matte, tactile, without the shine of lacquer; the base accompanies in oak, walnut, or stainless steel. If you are in doubt between tones, a physical sample of the color always resolves it better than any screen.

Microcement color samples in the Sand tone

5. The material on the inside: the nine-layer system

Every table is built over a high-density base with a system of nine layers applied by hand: primer, base microcement, fine coats, pre-sealing, and final sealing. That system is what makes the surface continuous, waterproof, and repairable. Subtle variations in tone and grain between pieces are normal: they are the signature of the hand finish, not a defect.

6. Maintenance and the life of the table

Well-sealed microcement asks for little: a damp cloth with neutral soap, no abrasives, and a pass of maintenance wax every six months. If an area gets scratched over the years, a specialist can retouch it locally without replacing the piece. The complete detail is in the maintenance page.

7. Lead time, warranty, and shipping

All tables are made to order: 8–10 weeks from confirmation. Delivery is insured to your door (DAP) across the entire European Union, and every table includes a 3-year warranty.

Which table for which space: summary

Space Shape Scale Starting point
Dining, 4 people Oval or rectangular 120–140 cm Dining family
Dining, 6 people Oval or rectangular 140–160 cm Dining family
Living room, in front of the sofa Round or oval 60–90 cm Coffee table
Bedside, hallway, side Depending on the model Compact Side table

Cinzia microcement coffee table for the living room

Frequently asked questions

How much does a microcement table cost?

Every table is quoted to measure according to diameter, shape, and base. Request a quote with no commitment: the quotation is free and with no commitment.

Does microcement crack?

The nine-layer sealing system includes flexible layers that absorb the small deformations of the base. Normal daily use does not generate cracks, and if any area gets marked, it can be retouched locally.

Can microcement and wood be combined?

Yes, and it is the most common combination: a microcement top and an oak or walnut base. You have examples on the microcement and wood tables page.

How long does manufacturing take?

8–10 weeks from order confirmation, with insured DAP delivery across the entire European Union.

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