Marble & Travertine Table FAQ

We make dining tables, coffee tables and side tables in marble and travertine. You can choose an existing design, adapt one of our models or develop a more specific custom table.

See the Tables Collection and our Custom Tables page.

Yes. Dimensions and proportions can be adapted to the room, seating requirements and intended use, subject to the structural limits of the design and stone.

We review the requested size before confirming the construction and price. Learn more on the Custom Tables page.

Both are possible. Many projects begin with an existing E MINA OBJECTS design and change the dimensions, stone or details. A table can also be developed from a new idea when the project requires a different format or construction.

The right size depends on the number of seats, chair width, circulation around the table and the proportions of the room. As a practical starting point, allow enough clearance for chairs to be pulled out and for people to move behind them.

Send us the room dimensions, desired number of seats and any floor plan or photographs. We can review the proportions with you before the design is confirmed.

Our table materials include selected marbles and travertines such as Arabescato Corchia, Carrara Bianco, Rosso Orobico, Rosso Levanto, Dark Emperador, Roman Travertine and Silver Travertine. Availability varies by slab size and project requirements.

Explore the current selection in the Material Guide for Tables.

Yes. We consider the room, color direction, level of veining, intended use, finish and whether the table will be indoors or outdoors.

The Material Guide for Tables explains the visual character of the main options.

Yes. We share available slabs that match the selected stone and general color direction. You review and approve the actual slab before production begins.

See How Tables Are Made for details about slab selection and how the tabletop is positioned within the slab.

Yes, within the technical limits of the stone and construction. Depending on the design, options can include honed or polished surfaces, straight or rounded edge profiles, different tabletop shapes and adapted base proportions.

These choices are reviewed together as part of the custom table process.

The price depends on the size, stone, slab availability, thickness, base construction, finish, edge profile and delivery location. Existing table designs provide a starting orientation, but the final quote is based on the confirmed project.

Send us the approximate dimensions, preferred stone and delivery location for an initial assessment.

Every table is made to order in Italy by specialist stone workshops. The tabletop and base are cut, shaped, hand-finished, inspected and prepared for freight delivery there.

See How Tables Are Made for the complete process.

Production usually takes 4 to 6 weeks after the design, slab, project details and initial payment have been approved. Highly customized or technically complex tables can require more time, which is discussed before production begins.

Freight transport time is additional.

Both. CNC machinery cuts and shapes the stone accurately according to the technical drawing. Surfaces, edges and detailed transitions are then refined and finished by hand.

No two natural stone tables look exactly the same. Product images show earlier tables, while your table is made from the slab you approve.

A slab photograph shows the complete slab; the finished tabletop uses the area required for its dimensions and shape. Lighting, screen settings and the chosen finish can also affect how the color appears.

Natural stone can contain color variation, veins, mineral markings, pores, filled areas and natural fissures. Travertine naturally has an open pore structure.

These material characteristics are different from structural cracks or transport damage. Every slab is reviewed for suitability and the completed table is inspected before dispatch.

A honed finish is smooth with a low sheen and gives the stone a calmer appearance. A polished finish reflects more light and usually makes color and veining appear stronger.

The suitable option depends on the stone, table design and intended appearance.

Filled travertine closes most natural openings and is usually the most practical choice for dining tables because it is easier to clean. Partially filled travertine retains some texture. Unfilled travertine leaves the pores most visible but requires more attention in daily use.

See How Tables Are Made and the Table Care guide for a fuller explanation.

Yes. Every E MINA OBJECTS table is professionally sealed before delivery. Sealing improves resistance to liquids and makes cleaning easier, but it does not make natural stone stain-proof or resistant to acids.

Tables are transported by freight carrier in a protective wooden crate secured on a pallet. Standard delivery is curbside. White-glove delivery can be arranged on request where available.

See the Delivery & Assembly guide.

The carrier unloads the crate at the nearest accessible curbside, driveway or entrance point. Curbside delivery does not include carrying the table indoors, stairs, unpacking, assembly or packaging removal.

It is available for selected destinations through specialist partners. The service can include indoor delivery, unpacking, placement, assembly and packaging removal. Availability and price depend on the table, destination and building access.

Most tables are shipped in separate tabletop and base components for safer transport. Assembly is usually straightforward, but the exact method depends on the model and is explained before the order is finalized.

At least two capable people are required after curbside delivery. For larger dining tables, heavy components, stairs or difficult access, we recommend white-glove delivery or professional handling.

Yes, when the component dimensions, weight and route allow it, but this is not included in standard curbside delivery. Measure doors, corridors, stairs and elevators before ordering and tell us about access restrictions early.

Every table shipment is insured. Check the crate before signing and photograph any visible damage. If damage is found, contact us promptly and send images of the crate, packaging and affected component.

We handle the case with the carrier and insurer. Full instructions are in the Delivery & Assembly guide.

Yes. They are durable natural stones and can be used every day when properly sealed, cleaned gently and protected from acidic liquids, strong stains, direct heat and abrasive products.

See the Table Care guide.

A stain is caused when a substance is absorbed into the stone. Etching is a dull or lighter mark caused when acid reacts with the surface finish. Sealing reduces absorption but does not prevent acid from etching natural stone.

Use a soft cloth, warm water and a pH-neutral cleaner suitable for natural stone. Avoid vinegar, lemon-based products, bleach, anti-limescale cleaners, abrasive powders and scouring pads.

Coasters are useful for wine, coffee, citrus drinks and glasses that may leave rings. Use trivets under hot cookware and serving dishes, and do not cut directly on the stone surface.

For a dining table used regularly, we generally recommend checking and resealing the surface about once a year. Coffee and side tables with lighter use may need it every two years or less often. The interval depends on the stone, finish, location and use.

Yes, depending on the material, finish, climate and placement. Outdoor tables are exposed to more rain, sun, dirt and temperature change, so they may need more frequent cleaning and resealing.

Tell us the intended location when planning an outdoor table.

Blot the area, clean gently with warm water and a pH-neutral stone cleaner, then dry it. Do not experiment with bleach, vinegar, lemon or abrasive products.

If the mark remains, send us a clear photo before trying a stronger treatment. The correct method depends on whether it is a stain, etching or another surface change.

Payment is split into two parts: 50% when the order is confirmed and before production begins, and the remaining 50% before the table is prepared for shipping.

Made-to-order tables are produced specifically for the confirmed design, dimensions and slab and are not eligible for a change-of-mind return. The order cannot be canceled once production has begun.

Please review the Return & Refund Policy and ask any questions before approving the order.

Orders outside the EU are generally shipped Delivered at Place (DAP). The website price does not include local VAT or import duties unless explicitly stated otherwise. These charges are assessed by local authorities and paid by the recipient.

See International Orders for details.

No. The 4 to 6 weeks normally refers to production after approval. Packing, dispatch and freight transport happen afterward, and delivery time depends on the destination and chosen service.

Yes. We work with architects and interior designers on made-to-order stone tables, produced in Italy from premium marble and travertine.

See Working with Architects & Interior Designers for more information.