Magnetic floating tables, sometimes called levitating tables, use the power of magnets to suspend objects in midair above their surface. They create a distinctive decor element that is sure to astound. When you first lay eyes on one, you’ll likely do a double-take. Is that table actually floating? These special tables give the illusion of defying gravity, delivering visual intrigue.
The Float Table, which looks like a peculiar oversized Rubik’s cube, is part of RockPaperRobot’s Float Collection. Its playful design invites interaction, providing a delightful conversation starter. Engaging with it might transport you back to childhood, as you tap and nudge the cubes, half-expecting them to come alive with the right combination.
Key Features
- Uses magnetic force and tension cables to create floating effect
- Handcrafted wood blocks with magnets embedded inside
- Repelling polarity allows blocks to levitate
- Customizable sizes, shapes, woods and colors
- Expensive but visually impressive statement piece
- Stable and rigid floating design
How RockPaperRobot’s Floating Table Works
The Float Table by RockPaperRobot features magnetized wood cubes to create a dynamic but stable coffee table.
RockPaperRobot is a company that combines elements of art, technology, and furniture design. Poking at the curiosity of even the most knowledgeable individuals, the team was able to engineer a levitating table that stabilizes itself when force is applied. The kinetic design features magnetized wooden cubes that are reinforced by a grid of tensile steel cables. Magnets are seated deep within the core of the wooden block to make it appear like the table is floating.
Harnessing Magnetic Repulsion
Demonstrating the simple rules of physics, this floating table uses magnetic force to maintain a comfortable equilibrium. With the inherent ability to bend, dip, sway, and twist, The Float Table may have one more dance move than most clubgoers. Opposite forces repel alternating cubes just enough to keep an even spacing as sturdy steel cables help keep the entire structure in order.
Customizing Your Magnetic Floating Table
RockPaperRobot allows you to create your own unique Float Table by customizing it with a selection of woods and finishes. Choose from a rich walnut with a beautiful natural finish to complete a rustic design, or select an array of vibrant colors for those aiming for a contemporary flair.
This magnetic table can be ordered in any shape or size. Its simple design allows RockPaperRobot to change the number of magnetic cubes to accommodate large dining tables or small coffee tables. Individually handcrafted, The Float Table is a contemporary concept that has assuaged skeptics’ concerns. Those who have seen the table in person have called it “rigid and stable.”
Cost Considerations
With a price tag ranging anywhere from $10k to $20k, it is a rather expensive piece of furniture that is sure to dazzle and amaze your guests. We’ve seen some interesting furniture designs in the past, like the Acapulco Chair, Il Treno Fuori, and the Infinity Swing Hammock but The Float Table combines a diverse array of features that is utterly intriguing, to say the least. Be sure to watch the video above to see a full demonstration of RockPaperRobot’s Float Table!
- Float Side Table – 3x3x3 Cubes starts out at $10k
- Coffee Table Configuration – 6x3x3 Cubes is listed at $20k
- Customizable with a selection of woods and finishes. Note: special orders may increase production time and price.
The applications for magnetic floating tables like the Float Table are endless. Beyond decorative appeal, they could be used for interactive museum exhibits, practical desktop storage, game night enhancements, and more. As magnetic technology continues advancing, we may someday see floating beds and sofas! For now, the innovation behind the Float Table remains a breathtaking blend of science and design.
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Todd is a co-owner of Patio Productions and has worked extensively in the furniture industry since 2002, when he started a company that designed and manufactured bathroom vanities. He now has a hand in all online business operations, including keeping tabs on industry trends and making sure Patio Productions remains an innovative leader in the outdoor furniture space. He lives just outside of Denver, Colorado with his wife, two boys, and two dogs. They live on a lake where they can make the most of the outdoor lifestyle. His favorite patio furniture sets are his Harmonia Living sectionals.
