Features and types
The selection is divided into two macro-categories: supporting bases (plinths and four-spoke bases) and tabletops in various materials. This separation is useful when replacing a single component or building a custom-sized table for a contract or residential project.
Flat plate bases
Flat plate bases distribute weight over a wide continuous bearing surface. The Moia Greenwood Cast Iron Table Base Steel Anthracite Plate and the round versions in white and anthracite steel (Ø 40 cm, 9.5 kg) are suitable for fixed installations in indoor environments or sheltered from the weather. The plate can be secured to the floor or left to rest freely, with stability guaranteed even on generously sized surfaces. The Moia Greenwood Table Base Flat Plate Steel Brown adds a warm, earthy finish suited to rustic or country-style environments.
Four-spoke bases
Four-spoke bases combine visual lightness and solid load-bearing. The Moia Greenwood 4-Spoke Table Base Black Steel 60×60 H72 is dimensioned for contract use with 60 mm tube and supports tops up to 120×80 cm. For installations in windy spaces or with large tops, the Moia Greenwood 4-Spoke Aluminium Base Ballasted Anthracite integrates additional weight within the structure, increasing stability without on-site modifications. Also available in white finish.
Tall bases for bar and bistro tables
For bar tables, counters and standing stations, Moia Greenwood offers tall bases with plate foot in anthracite and white steel, dimensioned for tops at 105–110 cm from the ground, suitable for outdoor seating, breweries, bistros and contract spaces. The Moia Greenwood Tall Table Base Steel Anthracite Plate is among the most requested solutions for bar and restaurant fittings: robust structure, finish resistant to daily impacts.
Folding aluminium bases
The Moia Greenwood Folding Aluminium Table Base Anthracite Ø 60 mm 7 kg — also available in white — weighs 7 kg and folds for storage or transport. Ideal for seasonal outdoor fittings, terraces that change configuration or multi-purpose spaces where the table is needed only during certain periods of the year.
Nardi Clip System
The Nardi Table Base Clip in polypropylene, in Anthracite and Tobacco versions, introduces a patented pressure-lock system that allows you to fix and release the top without tools. The material is inherently resistant to moisture and UV rays. A solution aimed at outdoor seating and seasonal terraces where the table is frequently dismantled and reassembled.
Tabletops: HPL and porcelain stoneware
Moia Greenwood offers tops that can be paired with its bases:
- HPL Rust-effect top 70×70 cm, 12 mm thickness: high-pressure laminate, resistant to impacts, heat and chemical agents; suitable for indoor and covered outdoor use.
- HPL marble-effect top 55×70 cm: technical surface with decorative finish, more compact in dimensions.
- Porcelain stoneware Grey top 70×70 cm, 12 mm thickness: waterproof porcelain stoneware, ideal for outdoor; heavy material, requires solid bases.
- Porcelain stoneware white marble-effect top 70×70 cm: same thickness and resistance, more formal aesthetic.
How to choose the right base
Based on intended use
For fixed indoor use — dining room, office, restaurant — steel plate bases offer maximum solidity without risk of shifting. For outdoor use, terraces and gardens, Moia Greenwood aluminium bases with epoxy powder coating resist corrosion and salt spray; Nardi polypropylene bases are waterproof by design. If you're looking for a ready-assembled table for the garden or terrace, also explore the selection of outdoor tables or fixed tables already complete.
Based on top height
The final table height depends on the base e and the top thickness (12 mm for HPL and porcelain stoneware in this selection):
- Top at 74–75 cm (standard dining table): bases H72–H74, such as the Moia Greenwood 4-Spoke Black Steel 60×60 H72.
- Top at 105–110 cm (bar table): tall Moia Greenwood bases with plate foot — total height is obtained by adding base + top thickness.
- Top at 90 cm (low counter or standing desk): bases of 58–60 cm.
Always account for top thickness in your final calculation.
Based on top dimensions
The ideal ratio between base and top: the diameter or width of the base should correspond to approximately half that of the top. A 60×60 cm four-spoke base supports tops up to 120×80 cm or round tops up to Ø 100 cm. For larger tops, consider a ballasted base or one with wider spokes. For complete ready-assembled configurations for dining or kitchen, you can compare options in the indoor tables.
Based on disassembly frequency
For contract spaces, hospitality or seasonal outdoor seating, the Nardi Clip system allows quick attachment and release without tools — a practical solution for those who reconfigure outdoor seating at the end of the season. For long-term fixed installations, bolted plate bases guarantee maximum stability. Those setting up restaurant spaces will find useful details on the dedicated page for contract outdoor tables for bars, restaurants and outdoor seating. For comparison with complete outdoor metal structures, you can also see the Vermobil.
FAQ — Frequently asked questions about bases and tops for tables
What is the difference between a plate base and a four-spoke base?
The plate base offers continuous floor contact: maximum stability, recommended for fixed installations and heavy tops like porcelain stoneware. The four-spoke base distributes weight across four points, is visually lighter and easier to move, suited to contract settings and intensive daily use.
Are Moia Greenwood aluminium bases suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. Moia Greenwood aluminium bases are coated with epoxy powder finish that resists corrosion, salt spray and UV rays. For Nardi polypropylene bases, the material itself is waterproof and is unaffected by prolonged sun exposure.
How do I choose the base height for a bar table?
For a top at 105–110 cm from the ground use a base of approximately 73–75 cm, subtracting the top thickness (12 mm for HPL and porcelain stoneware in this selection). For a 90 cm counter use bases of 58–60 cm. The tall Moia Greenwood bases with plate foot are designed for these contract standards.
What does "ballasted base" mean?
Ballasting adds weight to the base — via cast iron or steel discs — to increase stability with wide tops or in windy environments. The Moia Greenwood 4-Spoke Aluminium Base Ballasted Anthracite integrates the ballast weight during production, without need for additional accessories.
Are HPL and porcelain stoneware tops also suitable for outdoor use?
12 mm HPL resists impacts, heat and chemical agents; it is suitable for both indoor and covered outdoor use. Porcelain stoneware 70×70 cm is waterproof and frost-resistant, so it is also suitable for exposed outdoor use. Both can be cleaned with water and neutral detergent, avoiding abrasive sponges or solvents. To match top and base to a complete table structure, compare ready-assembled solutions with the modular combinations in this section.
L'Arcolaio was founded in 2000 in Pignataro Interamna (FR), near the Cassino exit on the A1 motorway. In the 5,000 m² showroom you will find Moia Greenwood and Nardi table bases and tops available for direct purchase, as well as online with delivery throughout Italy and to 21 European countries. Open Monday–Saturday 8:30–19:00, Sunday 10:00–19:00.
