Retro Tangerine Formica Drop Leaf Table – Mid Century Kitchen or Craft Table, Seats 1–4

Bright, bold, and bursting with charm—this original mid-century drop-leaf table is a rare find. Topped with a striking tangerine linen-weave formica, it brings a pop of retro joy to any space. We’ve never had this colour before, and we absolutely love it!

Dating from the 1950s–60s, this table is still fully fit for purpose—a brilliant blend of character and everyday functionality. Whether you’re creating a compact kitchen corner, fitting out a stylish café, or setting up a creative workspace, this piece adapts beautifully to modern life.

Key Features:
• Authentic mid-century design
• Eye-catching tangerine formica top with a woven texture pattern
• Solid beech legs, sanded and re-oiled to bring out the natural grain
• Brass hinges and original wooden drawer with sculpted pull
• Drawer interior has some faint pen marks, but it’s been thoroughly cleaned
• Drop-leaf design with solid wooden arms for support—both leaves sit flush with the central section
• Removable legs fixed with bolts and butterfly screws for easy transport or storage
• Underside and tabletop have been degreased, cleaned and oiled
• Wipe-clean surface makes it ideal for children, crafting, and kitchen use.

Seating Capacity:
Perfectly proportioned to seat 1, 2, or even 4 people depending on configuration—ideal for flexible living or multifunctional spaces.

We’ve styled it with a pair of stacking stools and a classic Ercol Windsor chair (as shown in our photos). If you’re after seating too, let us know—we’re happy to offer discounts on multiple purchases, just message us with your requirements.

Versatile Uses:
• Compact dining or breakfast nook
• Coffee shop or studio table
• Creative workstation or homework hub
• Retro styling for modern homes.

A wonderful example of 1950s–60s British design—restored, practical, and ready for its next chapter.

Approximate Measurements

Height 76 cm
Depth 80 cm
Width 52 cm when folded
Width with one extension up 72 cm
Width with both extensions up 92 cm

CONDITION

Please bear in mind that all our vintage and retro items have had a life before you purchase them (sometimes quite a long one!) therefore they will show signs of wear and use, these may include knocks, dents and scratches, bumps and scuffs which are commensurate with age and previous use. We never sell items that we wouldn’t be happy to have in our own homes and provide images detailing any significant damage or unusual wear. Please carefully read the details and examine the images prior to purchase. All our items have been thoroughly cleaned and de-greased, re-oiled and polished (where necessary) and are fit for purpose. If you’re unsure, or would like some more information, please contact us, we’re always happy to help.

OUR DELIVERY POLICY

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Safely delivering items you purchase in a timely fashion is both our priority and also one of the most challenging aspects of our business.

Wherever possible, we try to offer free kerbside delivery, contact-free, to most mainland UK addresses, either by ourselves or via our dedicated, trusted, couriers. This ensures that your purchases arrive in exactly the condition they were in when you purchased them, as accurately described on our site. You should expect delivery to be within 1 to 3 weeks of you placing the order. We will contact you directly with a firm delivery date and advise you in advance of a two hour delivery window.

Exclusions to free delivery apply, including where tolls or congestion zone fees apply, for which there will be an additional charge.

Free delivery does not apply to locations a long way away from our location in Cambridge or to areas of mainland UK not routinely covered by our trusted couriers - if this applies to your purchase, we will simply charge you what we are charged for delivery, less any Etsy fees, and notify you of this as soon as practicable after the sale goes through.

We are able to package and export items beyond mainland UK and have done so as far afield as Hong Kong and New Zealand. We regularly export to Northern Ireland and Eire and the majority of Europe. Please contact us directly for a tailored quotation.

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Please note that if we are unable to deliver on a pre-arranged day, you will be charged a flat fee of £50 for re-delivery.