Robust Leadwood Live Edge Coffee Table (33.86" x 29.53" x 2.76") with "H" Legs

🌳 Hardekool

Make a powerful, contemporary statement with this exceptional Leadwood Live Edge Coffee Table, handcrafted by the team at African Live Edge Furniture. With a substantial top measuring approximately 33.8" x 29.5" and a solid 2.75" thickness, this piece showcases the legendary strength and rich color of one of Africa's most sought-after woods.

The natural, authentic live edge beautifully frames the dense, deep-toned heartwood, providing a striking organic contrast. This enduring slab is anchored by a sturdy, minimalist "H" shaped metal base. This industrial-modern leg design ensures maximum stability and perfectly complements the wood's rugged texture, making it an ideal centerpiece for any sophisticated living area.

The History & Heritage of Leadwood Wood (Hardekool)

Leadwood, known in Afrikaans as Hardekool ("hard coal"), is celebrated for its incredible density, making it one of the hardest and heaviest timbers on earth—so heavy, in fact, that it sinks in water.

• A Symbol of Endurance: The Leadwood tree (Combretum imberbe) is famed for its longevity, with many specimens living for centuries. Its timber's durability and exceptional resistance to rot and termites made it historically invaluable for heavy-duty applications like railway sleepers and mine supports across Southern Africa.

• Highly Prized & Protected: Due to its slow-growing nature and immense value, Leadwood is now a protected species in South Africa. This makes legally and sustainably sourced timber, such as the slab used in this table, a rare and deeply valued commodity.

• Natural Color and Character: The wood is characterized by its dramatic, dark brown to nearly black heartwood, often featuring captivating grain patterns that make every single table inherently unique.

This handcrafted Leadwood coffee table with an H-base is a durable heirloom piece, bringing the enduring heritage and rare beauty of African Hardekool into your home.