Epoxy Resin Table Design & Style Trends

An epoxy resin table blends wood with clear or pigmented resin to form a custom, durable surface with a glossy, glass-like finish. I broke down exactly what makes these tables unique in this blog all about epoxy resin tables.

A river table features two live-edge wood slabs with colored epoxy resin poured between them to resemble a flowing river. I shared the full process (and a few lessons I learned the hard way) in this blog about making my first epoxy river table.

A live edge epoxy table preserves the natural shape and edge of the wood slab, with epoxy resin poured around or between the edges to create a functional, artful surface. I talked about why I keep coming back to this style in this blog about live edge epoxy tables.

In most cases, “epoxy table” and “resin table” mean the same thing—epoxy is simply the most durable and furniture-friendly type of resin. I broke down what makes epoxy ideal (and how it compares to other types) in this blog about choosing the right resin for tables.

Sand through progressively finer grits, buff the resin for a glossy finish, and apply oils or polyurethane only to the exposed wood areas. I shared what finishing steps gave me the cleanest results in this blog about what actually worked on my resin tables.

Use wet/dry sandpaper starting around 120 grit and gradually work up to 1000+ grit, keeping the surface wet to reduce heat and avoid scratches. I shared my full sanding process and what worked best for me in this blog about polishing my epoxy table.

After sanding with high-grit paper, apply a polishing compound and use a microfiber pad or buffer to bring out a mirror-like finish. I shared exactly what I used (and what gave me the best results) in this blog about polishing my epoxy tables.

Brush on a thin epoxy coat or use a form to pour against the edge for clean, glossy sides.

Epoxy creates a thick, glossy finish that’s great for depth and shine, while polyurethane adds UV resistance and has a softer, more natural look. I compared both options in real projects in this blog where I tested epoxy and polyurethane side by side.

Yes — epoxy tables remain popular for their unique mix of natural wood and sleek resin, offering a custom look that fits both modern and rustic interiors. I shared what I’ve noticed in this blog about the current demand for epoxy tables.

Current trends include embedded LED lighting, bold pigments, round and oval shapes, and creative inlays like maps, dried flowers, or found objects. I featured some of my favorite design ideas in this blog showcasing epoxy tables I’ve fallen in love with.

Popular styles include river tables, ocean-inspired pours, geode effects, and tables that embed natural elements like flowers, shells, or stones. I shared some of my favorite builds and inspirations in this blog featuring epoxy table designs I couldn’t stop thinking about.

Yes — epoxy tables can be made in nearly any shape, including round, square, oval, or freeform. It all comes down to the mold you use. I experimented with this in this blog about making a nontraditional epoxy table shape.

Epoxy tables can range from small coffee tables to 10+ foot conference tables if poured in sections.

Yes — epoxy resin can encase objects like flowers, shells, stones, or even LED lights to add texture, color, and a personal touch to the design. I tried this myself in this blog about adding LED lights to an epoxy table.

You can use any color pigments, mica powders, or dyes to create effects like marble, ocean waves, smoky swirls, or even glow-in-the-dark resin. I played with a bold color choice in this blog about the pink epoxy table that surprised me.