Dirk Wynants Gargantua Garden Table
The first born The Gargantua garden table was the first ever Extremis
product by Dirk Wynants (1964), designer and founder of Extremis. The
further development of Extremis as a company (and a brand) was actually
based on the success of this creation.
The functionality that
characterizes the Gargantua lies in the adjustable benches that can be
changed in height depending on social or family circumstance: for
adults, or children or as an extension of the table top. Seating for 8
and palce for up to 12 people. If one bench is removed, people in
wheelchairs can also join the table.
The applied materials are
perfectly suitable for outdoor use: FSC labeled hardwood, galvanised
and stainless steel. For all ages and sizes Gargantua is a
multifunctional piece of garden furniture design accommodating at least
8 people (4 benches). Every bench can be unhinged and replaced by a
wheelchair or a highchair. For children, the bench can be installed in
2 other adapted heights.
With all the benches in the highest position,
Gargantua becomes a giant round table accommodating 12 people. It is
like having flexible garden furniture benches in your garden. The
benches can even be equipped with specially designed cushions. The
outdoor teak benches can stand any weather condition, so the Gargantua
table doesnt need to be dressed up with a garden furniture cover every
night. FSC label for the jatoba hardwood Gargantua is a piece of
unpainted furniture, made of galvanised metal (supporting structure of
the benches and the frame), stainless steel (middle of the tabletop)
and FSC labelled jatoba hardwood.
You can perfectly combine the
Gargantua table with any other design garden furniture. The combination
of these materials results in a perfect balance between design,
functionality, comfort and quality. The table's wood is untreated. If
you leave like this, it will get a silver-grey patina. If you do not
wish to obtain this effect, you can treat it with jatoba oil. This
treatment maintains the wood's flexibility but is not necessary: it is
up to you to decide which effect you prefer.
Bear in mind however that
even with an oil treatment the colour of the wood will change under the
influence of UV-light and moisture. To keep the surface nice and
smooth, we advise you to slightly sand the wood every year. Important
Wood is a living matter and, in spite of the superior quality provided
by jatoba, it constantly has to adapt to extreme changes in temperature
and humidity. Due to internal stress resulting from these constant
adaptations the wood "warps". This warping can among other things lead
to cracking. Colour and structure changes can also appear. These
characteristics are typical of the material and by choosing this
material you accept them.
Jatoba requires hardly any maintenance. It
may however be useful to remove persistent dirt from time to time by
means of a watering can and/or a brush. We strongly advise you not to
use a high-pressure hose as this will roughen the smooth surface of the
wood and irreparably damage the wood's fibres. If you are looking for discount patio furniture or plastic
garden furniture, you will not come across elegant garden furniture
like the Gargantua table. Nowadays, Gargantua has become a real classic
in patio and garden furniture. It enjoys international recognition and
appreciation in the world of garden furniture design.
Design:
Dirk Wynants
Year:
1994
Manufacturer:
extremis
Dirk Wynants designs
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