Where does an oval tray outperform round and rectangular trays?
An oval tray outperforms round and rectangular trays when serving longer items or seating a crowd: its elongated shape carries platters, bottles and glasses along a table or console without the wasted corners of a rectangle. At Eleish Van Breems Home we carry oval trays in several materials. Compare the round tray.
What size oval tray suits a console or dining table?
Choose an oval tray sized to its spot: a small oval suits a console or bar, a medium works on a coffee table, and a large oval serves a dining table or ottoman with room to spare. Measure the surface first. For a warm metal, see the brass tray.
How do I use an oval tray as a table centrepiece?How do I use an oval tray as a table centrepiece?
Use an oval tray as a table centrepiece by filling it with a low run of candles, small vases or seasonal greenery, so its shape leads the eye down the table without blocking sightlines. Keep it low. An oval tray is particularly useful when serving a crowd because its elongated shape provides plenty of room for drinks and dishes. Compare a serving tray.
Does an oval tray work for serving as well as display?
An oval tray works for both serving and display: use it to carry drinks and dishes, then style it with objects between meals, choosing a wipeable finish if it will see food. Match material to use. For a sculptural option, see the Tina Frey tray.
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