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What is a Formica table top?

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What is a Formica table top?
Formica table tops are tabletops that are made of a composite material invented for industrial products in the early 1900s. Formica, today, is one of the brands that produces HPL, a high-pressure laminate that is heat-resistant and durable and ideal for use in tabletop construction. Find a collection of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
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Modernist Italien writing desk with drawers and light blue Formica table top.
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Rare modernist desk with mahogany veneer and light blue Formica table top. The three drawers are
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Formica, Wood

Hexagonal teak and formica side table designed by Hans C. Andersen, Denmark 50s
By Hans C. Andersen, Artex
Located in Hägersten, SE
. Teak base with formica table top. Very nice joinery detail between the legs and table frame. Good
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Formica, Teak

Mid-Century forged Triangle shape Coffee Table - Formica Side Table 50s
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Countries. French Mid-Century forged Triangle shape Coffee Table from the 50s Wonderful Triangle Formica
Category

Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

French Mid Century Formica Brass Phono Table-Magazine Console Table-60s
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
French Vintage Magazine Rack-Retro Formica Console from the 70s Stylish Table with Formica Table Top
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Dining Table Contract Base by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
table has an aluminum contract base and white formica table top framed with rubber edge. Very good
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Small Wooden Writing Desk with Metal Structure, Italy, 1960s
Located in Madrid, ES
Small writing desk of wood and metal, Formica table top. Front of the two drawers painted in black
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

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