The Best Folding Tables Buying Guide

Our folding tables are strong, durable and built to last a lifetime. We are proud to offer a product that is truly sustainable which sets us apart from those organisations who have sadly chosen to offer poor-quality disposable furniture.

It goes without saying that this is neither cost-effective for the buyer nor environmentally sustainable – it is estimated that over 20 million pieces of furniture are thrown out every year in the UK.

Taking the time to choose the best folding table for your particular needs and ensuring that you are buying one that will last for years, will ensure that you are doing your bit for the environment and helping to reduce the amount of furniture that inevitably ends up in landfill.

Luckily, here at Gopak we know a thing or two about folding tables and have been making them by hand for over 70 years in our British factory.

Our expertise and dedication to producing high-quality and sustainable furniture has led to us becoming the UK’s leading supplier of lightweight, aluminium framed folding tables, built to last many, many years.

There are considerable differences in the costs of folding tables, which are determined by the quality of the materials used and the craftsmanship in putting them together. The saying, ” you get what you pay for” has never been more relevant, as those tables that have been poorly built with inferior materials, will, without doubt, be the cheapest options. You will find folding tables for sale in retail stores and online for as little as £25.

That price tells you something. It is extremely likely that this super cheap folding table will only last a few trips out and then will be consigned to the back of the shed, ready for the next tip run. Therefore buying cheap is not the most cost-effective solution in the long term, as this type of disposable furniture will not withstand multiple uses and will more than likely prove to be unstable and unreliable.

It is far more prudent to invest in a quality folding table based upon your needs, that you can use time and time again. Not only can you be assured that you will benefit from a higher quality piece of furniture that you can rely on, but it will look better, does not necessarily need covering with a cloth and should be available in a choice of colours and designs to complement your wider décor.

You will also benefit from buying a product that is built to last and doing your bit to ensure that you are creating a more sustainable lifestyle.

Here at Gopak, we have ensured that we offer a wide selection of folding tables that are suitable for all budgets and really value for money. Longevity of product life is essential in our design process and we know that there are many Gopak folding tables who are still providing sterling service in excess of 40 years since they were purchased. And with their lightweight aluminium frame, this can be recycled at the end of the table’s useful life.

Our Contour25 Folding Table is the best-selling folding table in the UK and provides plenty of space for dining, meeting and socialising. It has an incredibly strong aluminium frame that is complemented by a plastic laminate table top that is easy to clean and it also boasts a simple fail-safe folding mechanism.

Available in a selection of 21 colours, you can be certain to find a colour to suit your organisation’s décor and your personal taste to match your style.  These folding tables are available in a variety of different lengths, meaning that you are certain to find the perfect size for the space available to you.

The table lengths are suitable for the following numbers of people:

• 3 feet (915mm) – 2 to 4 adults
• 4 feet (1220mm) – 4 to 6 adults
• 5 feet (1520mm) – 4 to 6 adults
• 6 feet (1830mm) – Up to 8 adults
  

If you prefer to have extra space per person, we recommend our 6ft tables or 4 to 6 adults – this will give you ample room to spread out your paperwork during meetings or relax and enjoy meals together. When you gather children around our 6ft table, you’ll find that 8 little ones fit easily.

Available in four lengths, you can pick up our smallest 3ft x 2ft table for £112. This size of the table can prove infinitely useful for somewhere to put the tea urn, socialise at coffee mornings, display sale items, complete a jigsaw puzzle or get out the sewing machine.

Unlike cheaper alternatives, you will not be tempted to condemn this table to the scrap heap but will enjoy years and years of use. If the tabletop starts to look a bit tired, you can always throw over a tablecloth to hide any imperfections.

Pop a little table next to the BBQ in the garden to hold the extra accoutrements close at hand, such as sauces and crockery.

Our Economy 6ft Folding Table is a cost-effective foldable table for both organisations and domestic buyers on a smaller budget.

It is a high-quality British-made folding table that has been designed to the highest standards with a simple fail-safe folding mechanism that is suitable for a variety of occasions. Our largest-sized Economy Table is 6ft x 2ft3″ and comfortably seats 6 to 8 adults

If you require a table that provides maximum flexibility in terms of its usage, our Premier Folding Table are what you need.  While still portable, this table boasts an exceptionally strong aluminium frame with a strengthened leg structure and is one of the strongest and most reliable folding tables that you can buy, really giving us the edge over the competition.

These are ideal for a variety of professional purposes, including:

• School dining rooms
• Community Halls
• Leisure Centres
• Retail Outlets

These folding tables have been meticulously designed for daily and heavy usage and offer a wide range of lengths and widths, meaning that you can be sure to find the ideal heavy-duty table for your needs.

Round Folding Table

Our Round Folding Table 1220mm Diameter are perfect for those looking for a table that is great for meetings and functions but can be easily folded and stored away when not required.

Available in a diameter of 4ft or 5ft, these folding tables provide a socially-orientated design when dining.

Incredibly strong and durable, these tables have been designed to roll to provide ease of transportation and remove the need to lift and can be folded to a depth of 12cm to maximise storage space when not in use.

Our 4ft round folding tables are available in a variety of heights to suit all age groups from nursery to adult use.  Schools use them for dining and halls use them for meetings and weddings.  Unlike many round folding tables, these ones are built for the longevity of life.

Folding Table Weights

Gopak folding tables come in a range of weights depending on the model and size of the table. Our lightest folding table is the 915 x 610mm (3ft) Contour25, weighing 6.50kg, and our heaviest folding table is the 1529mm (5ft) Round, which weighs 27.50kg.

You can find more detailed information about the weight of each folding table based on its height and length on our product pages.

We all enjoy a spot of outdoor dining or drinks on the patio over the summer months – weather permitting, of course. When hosting friends and family, either sporadically or on a more regular basis you will need a durable and reliable folding table that you can rely on to be sturdy enough to do the job.

It can get boring always eating in the same spot, so choosing a portable folding table is also important so you can easily move it to a different location in your garden if you are fortunate enough to have the space.

Each of our carefully selected folding tables is suitable for use outdoors and can be easily wiped clean in case of any mishaps thanks to the plastic laminated top and folded away for storage at the end of the day.

3ft Contour Folding Table

The Contour25 Folding Table in 915mm x 685mm is the perfect-sized table for those looking for a flexible working-from-home desk. Its size means that you will not take up too much space during the day before folding it away during the evening. If you prefer something away from the hustle and bustle of daily home life, it is compact enough to fit into a spare corner elsewhere in your home. When complemented by one of our high-quality folding chairs, this really is the perfect flexible furniture solution when working from home.

If more than one of you is working from home, then the Contour 5ft folding table is large enough to seat 2 adults working on laptops. Again, like the smaller version, this too can be folded away and offers far greater amounts of flexibility compared to traditional home office equipment, while also having the benefit of being repurposed for other uses.

Gopak has been proudly providing the Scouts and Guides communities with furniture for decades. Throughout the UK, our most popular folding tables as used for weekly group activities and annual camping trips. This is due to them being incredibly robust and durable but also easy to transport.

The versatility of our foldable tables means that they are suitable for every purpose throughout any camping trip and can be easily transported to your camping destination in the back of a car or vehicle.

• When choosing a folding table for camping, you need to make sure that it enables you to do the following:
• Prepare and cook food
• Have enough space to eat meals around the table
• Easily clean up after meals
• Carry out various activities, such as playing card games and crafting
• Use it is a focal point where everyone can gather
• Is the right height to match your camping chairs or benches

What could be better than having a folding table designed specifically for playing board games or cards?

Our Games Folding Table is ideal for card playing including whist drives, poker games and patience. Board games that have lots of components benefit from a surface which grips slightly and the baize top of the folding tames table does just that. Enjoy the likes of Rummikub®, Scrabble® and Cluedo® with the completely flush table edge and a perfect playing service for up to 4 players.

It may well be smaller than some of our other folding tables, but it certainly does not compromise on quality and is as strong and stable as our others. It also has a weight-bearing load of 500kg.

Our folding tables have long been popular with those seeking a folding display table for conferences, events and exhibitions. This is thanks to their stability and a weight-bearing load of 500kg, making them a reliable solution for product displays for a variety of businesses.

It is imperative that the folding table provides robust stability that you can rely on, especially if you are displaying heavy products over the course of several days – we have developed the best display foldable table for your needs that will exceed your expectations.

Vantage Folding Tables

The Vantage Folding Table is the perfect foldable display table for product displays at exhibitions, product launches and conferences. The weight-bearing load of 500kg is further enhanced with Posi-lock folding technology that provides strength and stability that is comparable to a fixed leg table.

Its unrivalled stability means that you can be assured that it will be up to the job of displaying your products for a lifetime. This is complemented by incredible durability, meaning that it is perfectly suited for being transported between venues and locations.

Weighing between 13.75kg to 24.25kg, it can be transported and set up by members of your team, however, we would recommend using our specially-designed Gopak trolley as an ideal transport and storage solution for ease of use.

Cheaper and inferior products will have a limited lifespan and will ultimately need to be replaced relatively quickly compared to when investing in premium and better quality folding tables. The materials and build quality of these tables will often not offer the levels of quality you require, leading to mishaps occurring when your table is in use. It is likely that they will be available in limited top sizes and heights with no choice of the top colour. It may be white, or white!

If you are looking for a folding table for a one-off event or usage, we would implore you to try and borrow one, or even seek out the services of a furniture rental company for the occasion. We strongly believe that the reliance on disposable furniture is unsustainable in the long term and has a direct impact on our planet.

However, unfortunately, this is not the only drawback of choosing to purchase cheaper furniture. Tables with inferior quality will tend to use an old-fashioned sliding clip to release the legs which poses greater risks for accidents and can prove to be particularly cumbersome to handle. These types of folding tables also tend to have excessive weight levels, meaning that they will often require several people to lift and transport them. Alternatively, you may come across folding tables that are light in weight but have limited load bearing and may sag in the middle when weight is added.

For those using tables for the display of precious items, nobody wants to see their products or produce sliding, unceremonially into each other on an
inferior folding table.