

Something very mild like diluted Dawn dishwashing liquid is OK. Never use bleach, ammonia, or other aggressive household cleansers. For light cleaning, they can be wiped with a slightly damp rag, and buffed immediately with a dry cloth. Periodic maintenance of blackened steel items may be required. Steel hardware should not be installed with dissimilar metals this may initiate galvanic action, and accelerate corrosion of the steel. For a more durable exterior finish, or for interior kitchen and bath areas, we recommend the stainless steel, bronze, or powder coated steel finishes (if available). Coasters or placemats can protect the finish. Condensation from hot and cold drinks will leave rings on blackened steel table tops. Our blackened steel pieces installed outside, or in areas exposed to moisture indoors, especially in marine environments, will rust. They are essentially “live” finishes that breathe.

These finishes allow the metals to age naturally and develop their own character and patina through time and through use. Our blackened steel and bronze products are sealed with oil and wax, which over time are not impervious to moisture.
Black desk series#
In particular, Tom Kundig’s Black series of folded steel tables, shelves, and desk have pronounced tool marks from the process of bending the steel, and variations in surface texture and color are part of the intrinsic nature of steel plate. Tooling marks and surface scratches are part of the character of many finished pieces. Our products are fabricated and finished by hand variations in size, shape, and patina color are a natural result of this process. The Black Desks are not available for online ordering. One of the four dyed color choices will provide a less active “live” finish.ĭue to size and weight, these desks must be crated and shipped by freight. In the product photos, a comparison image shows new and slightly aged Natural leather side by side. Please note that the Natural leather is undyed, and will darken from UV light, absorb hand oils & moisture, and develop a rich patina over time.

Leather offered in Carbon, Basalt, Pewter, Terra, and Natural. Leather shown in detail photos is the light gray Pewter. The desk can be ordered with the drawer on either the left or right hand side.

The drawer is solid Oregon walnut, with undermount slides and a hemmed steel face. The writing surface has a teardrop hemmed front edge, and is wrapped with 1/8” belting leather.
Black desk update#
A good desk can update your workspace, provide a comfortable place to sit and work at your computer, offer storage for documents and stationery, or even provide a relaxing station for the dedicated gamer. Whether you prefer traditional wooden furniture or are on the lookout for a modern glass desk, there is plenty of choice among new, refurbished, and second hand pieces. Study and work in comfort with practical and elegant desks and computer furniture, ideal for your home office or bedroom.
