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Jesmonite: A Complete Beginner’s Guide

An introduction to jesmonite

You’ve probably seen beautiful jesmonite crafts taking over your TikTok for-you-page, your Instagram feed or your Pinterest page. Those crisp, matte trays, jewellery or candle holders with perfect corners popping so-satisfyingly out of flexible moulds. An array of pastel or jewel tones, terrazzo and marble finishes – even gleaming with bright metallic flecks.

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Assorted coloured jesmonite trays

£12

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Vintage tone hexagon coaster

£14

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Duo Candle Set

£54.99

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Jesmonite planter

£16.50

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Black marble jesmonite plate

£35.99

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Gingko leaf jesmonite earrings

£22

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Pastel pink pen tray

£15

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Trinket dish slate green and plaster pink

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Handcast jesmonite vase in slate green and plaster pink

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But what…is jesmonite? Is it easy to make, and how do you get started? How do you know when to sand or seal jesmonite, and can you paint it? Is it food-safe? Is it toxic?

We’re going to answer all of this – and much more – so by the end of this post you’ll be ready to order supplies and get to creating (maybe even selling!) your ver own jesmonite creations.

Let’s start at the beginning…

What is jesmonite?

Jesmonite is a composite material (that just means it’s made of more than one component) that’s used in arts and crafts, as well as in some construction and manufacturing.

Simply put, jesmonite is a powder and a liquid, which when combined and left to solidify, turn hard and resilient. The powder is gypsum-based (gypsum is a soft mineral – it’s also used in chalk and plaster of paris), and the liquid is an acrylic resin.

Jesmonite is…

eco-friendly

water-based

non-toxic

VOCs-free

What is it good for?

Because you start with a pourable, liquid mix (it’ll be about the consistency of double cream – that’s heavy cream if you’re in the US) – jesmonite is brilliant for using with silicone moulds (more on them later).

It comes out of the mould with a chalk feel, but once sanded and sealed it has a hard, satin finish. Depending on the type of finishing wax you use, it can be more or less water-resistant.

Is jesmonite food safe?

No, you shouldn’t use jesmonite for direct food storage like bowls or plates. But it’s non-toxic, so fruit bowls, platters (for food in wrappers) or similar are all on the table – metaphorically speaking. It also isn’t microwave- or dishwasher-safe.

Is it heat-resistant?

Only partly, so don’t use it for making trivets for hot pans. But it’s fine in direct sunlight or generally warm environments.

Is jesmonite chip-resistant?

It’s sturdy, but not as hard as substances like granite or quartz. So it shouldn’t be used in flooring, chopping boards or kitchen worktops. But for the tops of occasional tables, trays, jewellery and other decor items, it will stand up well. And because the colour is throughout rather than painted on the surface, even it chips it will still look good.

Can it be painted?

Yes! But you might not need to. Naturally, jesmonite is an off-white colour and it takes pigment brilliantly. Which means that rather than painting the surface, you dye the substance itself with liquid or powder pigments (more on these later). You can combine colours and techniques to make marble, terrazzo, watercolour and other beautiful effects.

Is jesmonite water-proof?

Let’s say splash-proof. Once sealed, you can wipe it clean with a damp cloth and use it somewhere it may occasionally get damp, but it shouldn’t be left in standing water – so vases or plant pots should have a waterproof liner to protect the jesmonite.

What can you make from jesmonite?

That just depends how creative you can be!

Popular options include…

tea light holders

coasters

jewellery

trays

soap dishes

trinket dishes

vases

planters

candlesticks

How to get started

Here’s everything you need to get started with jesmonite casting:

jesmonite – make sure you get a two-part product, base and liquid

pigments (see below for options)

moulds (see below for options)

plastic sheeting to protect your workspace and make chips, if you choose

cups or bowls for mixing

scales

wet and dry sandpaper in assorted grits

beeswax to seal

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Beeswax tin

£9.99

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Wet & dry sandpaper

£6.59

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Digital scales

£10.99

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Stainless steel mixing bowl set

£16.49

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Polythene dust sheet

£8.82

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Jesmonite 3.5kg kit

£37.90

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If that looks a little confusing, don’t worry! You can also get one of these convenient ‘starter kits’. They can be a little more expensive but set you up with everything you need to dip your toe into the world of jesmonite casting.

Now that we’ve got what we need, let’s get crafting! This is the most simple version of the process – once you’re confident, you can try more involved processes like making jesmonite terrazzo.

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Terrazzo jesmonite coaster workshop

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Jesmonite planter kit

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£36

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Seal&Glow polishing set

From £2.75

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Jesmonite casting starter kit

£42.35

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Measure out 300g of powder and 120g of liquid. Mix together in a bowl. This is the magic ratio for sturdy jesmonite that sets properly – you can scale it up or down but keep the ratio the same

Add your chosen pigments (more on these later) – less is more! Pigments are very powerful and you can always add more, whereas you can’t really take it away once it’s in there. To be really conservative, dip a cocktail stick in your pigment then dunk into your jesmonite mix and stir

Once smooth, pour the mixture into your mould (more on these later, too). You want to ensure it’s in all nooks and crannies so tap the base gently on your work surface, and give it a gentle wobble to remove any air bubbles. Then leave for 30 minutes to an hour. Your mould might get warm as it sets – this is because jesmonite creates an exothermic reaction as it combines – but it won’t get hot

Once set, gently ease your piece out of its mould. If your mixture flooded the mould successfully, there should be no holes or spaces from bubbles

Use your wet and dry sandpaper to smooth your piece, starting with a courser grit and ending with the finest where you’re buffing the surface smooth. Keep adding a dash of water to your sandpaper to keep it wet so as not to damage the terrazzo. You’ll get a creamy paste coming away, but that’s helping you get a smooth finish

Seal with beeswax or your choice of sealant by gently buffing a dab of it into the surface with a duster or clean cloth, and you’re done!

Pigments explained

Pigments are intensely coloured elements – usually liquid or powder – that you add to a base substance to change their colour. With jesmonite, we tend towards liquid pigment as it’s easier to control, and to mix.

Pigments come in basic colours – primary colours, plus green, white and black is a common combination. But by mixing drops of pigment in your jesmonite mix, you can create any colour under the sun. It just takes patience – and practice!

Here are some great, basic pigment kits:

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Terracotta pigment

£11.99

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Fifteen mini pigment set

£30

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Six pigment kit

£14.60

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If you want to try something more adventurous, here are a few more creative options:

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Neutral toned pigments

£4

Buy Now

Neon powder pigments

£12.50

Buy Now

Gold/brown pigment

£5

Buy Now

You can also buy pre-made chips, pearl powders and metallic flecks for adding a little sparkle and flair to your jesmonite creations:

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Winter-inspired mixed foil

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Spring-inspired mixed foil

£2.75

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Gold foil flakes

£2.75

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Copper foil flakes

£2.75

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Bright crushed jesmonite

£5.70

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Crushed natural aggregates

£6

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Nude jesmonite chips

£4.50

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Terrazzo chips jungle & flamingo

£4.70

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Terrazzo chips coral & willow

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Moulds for casting jesmonite

What sort of moulds should you use for casting jesmonite?

The most important thing is to choose a flexible mould – silicone or moulded plastic are the most common types. Advanced surface designers and artists make their own moulds, either by sculpting them by hand using scalpels and a rubber-like medium, or by using a high-tech piece of kit called a vacuum former, which will make a mould of any object.

But, as a beginner, you’ll want some ready-made moulds for your jesmonite activities. These are made up of one or several pieces which, when put together, create a chamber for your jesmonite to flow into. You leave it to set, then carefully peel away the mould.

A great way to find interesting moulds for jesmonite casting is to look for candle-making or even chocolate-making moulds, as the same principles apply.

Here are some simple moulds that are great for beginners:

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Assorted tray and holder moulds

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Pyramid mould

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Geometric heart mould

£9.99

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Roman column moulds

£10.63

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Oval tray mould

£14.95

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Silicone coaster mould

£17.99

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Once you find your flow with jesmonite, you might want to experiment with more elaborate moulds to create ornaments…

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Bubble cube mould

£12.99

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Geometric assorted moulds

£19.82

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Venus body mould

£9.72

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Zodiac sign mould

£3.99

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Cloud mould

£5.99

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Moon face moulds

£19.50

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And as you build up confidence, you can combine shapes to make your own completely unique creations. For example, add a simple tray on top of a geometric column for an elevated stand – just join your pieces after sanding and before sealing, and use a high quality glue at any joins.

Some creative jesmonite project ideas

Want some more inspiration? Take a look at a few of the more advanced projects you could try your hand at once you find your feet with jesmonite casting – you’ll have beautiful pieces (and viral TikTok videos!) in no time…

You can create an incredible marble finish by adding tiny amounts of black pigment to your white jesmonite once in its mould, and lightly dragging a cocktail stick through the pigment to swirl rather than fully combine.

Combine jesmonite with clear resin and dried flowers for this amazingly contrasted piece. To make this happen, create a full jesmonite tray in your mould, remove and finish then carefully break it in two. Put half back in the mould and fill the remainder of the mould with resin, pressing in your dried flowers.

Add a couple of smaller round pots to a round tray to create a desk or make-up organiser, with separate areas for all your pens or brushes. Just cast the pieces separately then glue together.

Lightly swirl two contrasting colours together for a bold, modern and abstract look.

Can I sell jesmonite pieces?

There are lots of artists and creators who make a living from creating and selling jesmonite art. It’s a crowded field though, and important to learn the practice really well before you think about monetising it.

But if you do get there, start with a platform like Etsy that takes a lot of the upfront investment – in your own website domain, design and hosting – but charges more on a per-order basis.

That’s a whole other post though – next time…

Good luck creating!

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Jesmonite: A Complete Beginner’s Guide

An introduction to jesmonite

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Assorted coloured jesmonite trays

£12

Buy Now

Vintage tone hexagon coaster

£14

Buy Now

Duo Candle Set

£54.99

Buy Now

Jesmonite planter

£16.50

Buy Now

Black marble jesmonite plate

£35.99

Buy Now

Gingko leaf jesmonite earrings

£22

Buy Now

Pastel pink pen tray

£15

Buy Now

Trinket dish slate green and plaster pink

£32

Buy Now

Handcast jesmonite vase in slate green and plaster pink

£42

Buy Now

But what…is jesmonite? Is it easy to make, and how do you get started? How do you know when to sand or seal jesmonite, and can you paint it? Is it food-safe? Is it toxic?

We’re going to answer all of this – and much more – so by the end of this post you’ll be ready to order supplies and get to creating (maybe even selling!) your ver own jesmonite creations.

Let’s start at the beginning…

What is jesmonite?

Jesmonite is a composite material (that just means it’s made of more than one component) that’s used in arts and crafts, as well as in some construction and manufacturing.

Jesmonite is…

eco-friendly

water-based

non-toxic

VOCs-free

What is it good for?

It comes out of the mould with a chalk feel, but once sanded and sealed it has a hard, satin finish. Depending on the type of finishing wax you use, it can be more or less water-resistant.

Is jesmonite food safe?

Is it heat-resistant?

Only partly, so don’t use it for making trivets for hot pans. But it’s fine in direct sunlight or generally warm environments.

Is jesmonite chip-resistant?

Can it be painted?

Is jesmonite water-proof?

What can you make from jesmonite?

That just depends how creative you can be!

Popular options include…

tea light holders

coasters

jewellery

trays

soap dishes

trinket dishes

vases

planters

candlesticks

How to get started

Here’s everything you need to get started with jesmonite casting:

jesmonite – make sure you get a two-part product, base and liquid

pigments (see below for options)

moulds (see below for options)

plastic sheeting to protect your workspace and make chips, if you choose

cups or bowls for mixing

scales

wet and dry sandpaper in assorted grits

beeswax to seal

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Beeswax tin

£9.99

Buy Now

Wet & dry sandpaper

£6.59

Buy Now

Digital scales

£10.99

Buy Now

Stainless steel mixing bowl set

£16.49

Buy Now

Polythene dust sheet

£8.82

Buy Now

Jesmonite 3.5kg kit

£37.90

Buy Now

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Terrazzo jesmonite coaster workshop

£32

Buy Now

Jesmonite planter kit

£35.91

Buy Now

Beginner’s jesmonite kit

£35

Buy Now

DIY jesmonite coaster kit

£36

Buy Now

Seal&Glow polishing set

From £2.75

Buy Now

Jesmonite casting starter kit

£42.35

Buy Now

Measure out 300g of powder and 120g of liquid. Mix together in a bowl. This is the magic ratio for sturdy jesmonite that sets properly – you can scale it up or down but keep the ratio the same

Once set, gently ease your piece out of its mould. If your mixture flooded the mould successfully, there should be no holes or spaces from bubbles

Seal with beeswax or your choice of sealant by gently buffing a dab of it into the surface with a duster or clean cloth, and you’re done!

Pigments explained

Here are some great, basic pigment kits:

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Terracotta pigment

£11.99

Buy Now

Fifteen mini pigment set

£30

Buy Now

Six pigment kit

£14.60

Buy Now

If you want to try something more adventurous, here are a few more creative options:

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Neutral toned pigments

£4

Buy Now

Neon powder pigments

£12.50

Buy Now

Gold/brown pigment

£5

Buy Now

You can also buy pre-made chips, pearl powders and metallic flecks for adding a little sparkle and flair to your jesmonite creations:

function openUrlInNewTab(url) { var win = window.open(url, '_blank'); win.focus(); } function openUrlInSameTab(url) { var win = window.open(url, '_self'); win.focus(); }

Winter-inspired mixed foil

£2.75

Buy Now

Spring-inspired mixed foil

£2.75

Buy Now

Gold foil flakes

£2.75

Buy Now

Copper foil flakes

£2.75

Buy Now

Bright crushed jesmonite

£5.70

Buy Now

Crushed natural aggregates

£6

Buy Now

Nude jesmonite chips

£4.50

Buy Now

Terrazzo chips jungle & flamingo

£4.70

Buy Now

Terrazzo chips coral & willow

£4.70

Buy Now

Moulds for casting jesmonite

What sort of moulds should you use for casting jesmonite?

A great way to find interesting moulds for jesmonite casting is to look for candle-making or even chocolate-making moulds, as the same principles apply.

Here are some simple moulds that are great for beginners:

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Assorted tray and holder moulds

£14.99

Buy Now

Pyramid mould

£16.99

Buy Now

Geometric heart mould

£9.99

Buy Now

Roman column moulds

£10.63

Buy Now

Oval tray mould

£14.95

Buy Now

Silicone coaster mould

£17.99

Buy Now

Once you find your flow with jesmonite, you might want to experiment with more elaborate moulds to create ornaments…

function openUrlInNewTab(url) { var win = window.open(url, '_blank'); win.focus(); } function openUrlInSameTab(url) { var win = window.open(url, '_self'); win.focus(); }

Bubble cube mould

£12.99

Buy Now

Geometric assorted moulds

£19.82

Buy Now

Venus body mould

£9.72

Buy Now

Zodiac sign mould

£3.99

Buy Now

Cloud mould

£5.99

Buy Now

Moon face moulds

£19.50

Buy Now

Some creative jesmonite project ideas

Add a couple of smaller round pots to a round tray to create a desk or make-up organiser, with separate areas for all your pens or brushes. Just cast the pieces separately then glue together.

Lightly swirl two contrasting colours together for a bold, modern and abstract look.

Can I sell jesmonite pieces?

But if you do get there, start with a platform like Etsy that takes a lot of the upfront investment – in your own website domain, design and hosting – but charges more on a per-order basis.

That’s a whole other post though – next time…

Good luck creating!

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The Anatomy of Melancholy, 63: Indivisible

Table of Contents. Second Instar, Chapter 30. Go to previous. Go to next. TW: Human experimentation talk, triage-type medical gore, various stages of undress.

Find X, knowing why.

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‘Choly’s brains scrambled in the moment. Everything in the past few minutes had transpired in a smudge. Was he truly alone on base now with a ton of severely chem-mangled raiders? No Olivia? No leader of the Rust Devils? No Sticks? Not even a robot left standing?

Not a robot. He failed to stifle crying at the thought he didn’t even have Angel by his side.

But he couldn’t just sit there. If he couldn’t move fast enough to escape before the base self-destructed, he could find a way to disarm it. With a mental wheeze, he resigned to no other choice but to try. Maybe he could convince the base he was the General now. Maybe, just long enough to matter.

Frantic to locate a terminal, he scooted across the floor one-legged in the caster-wheeled office chair. The nearest was mounted in the wall beside the doors to Wing II. He checked that the decryption holotape was still in his Pip-Boy, but couldn’t make sense which of two key-prong ports to connect to. There was a chance each only did something specific, but they weren’t labeled. He didn’t remember terminals ever really having two.

He hemmed trying to guess which one was right, struggling to keep even a firm grip on the key-prong with the hand of his broken arm. A hand came up from behind him and grabbed his left wrist until he let go of the key-prong in a reflexive wince. The woman shoved him aside by a few feet, and he barely kept from toppling out of the chair. With a Pip-Boy on each arm, she unfurled both key-prongs and plugged them into the terminal simultaneously.

After having grown accustomed to her ghoulification, it took some time before he could grasp he was staring at Olivia Francis, standing before him completely human again, wearing the raider’s leather jacket and nothing else, navigating the SCRAM protocols with effortless intensity. She exuded an everything-ness that he couldn’t quantify, a SPECIAL quality which captivated and terrified in the same measure.

The sirens powered down. She unplugged with a huff, and walked back over to the various scraps of clothes in the floor in the hopes a pair of pants survived. Fed up boredom laced her rich voice.

“Not that I think you could right now, Carey, but don’t move.”

She’s not dead. She looks human again. He fidgeted dumbly with the hem of his coat. Hm. His thumb smeared away blood. It didn’t soak in. Comes right off. He tried to do the same of the leg of his Vault Suit, but it didn’t budge.

He frowned.

Eventually he glanced up.

“That voice... That was her Eyebots out there...” He pointed at the Power Armor, for lack of a raider leader to reference.

“I really made a stellar choice, to put you in charge of my enlisted today, didn’t I?” She patted him on the shoulder, exhaustion on her heavy lids. She dropped an Addictol in his lap, with the insistence in her posture that he use it. “Sharp as a marble. Sober the fuck up, soldier.”

“Biometrics recalibrated for: General Olivia Francis,” the terminal announced. “Welcome back, General.”

“Couldn’t have you staging a coup, now, could we?” she deadpanned.

Drawing in the lungful of medication stung less for its effect and more for the strain on his broken ribs.

“I swear I don’t want to be General--” he stuttered, hasty to exhale the salty medication just to get the words out. His head spun, the faster he tried to talk. “I only took your place while you were--”

“--You took me for dead, but I appreciate you lying through your teeth. Now as for your accomplice...” She motioned to Angel returning, dragging a half-naked Sticks. “Ugh.” With displeasure, she input a few commands into her Pip-Boy. “I must get that Klutz pitch disabled before you men get any more indecent.”

“Angel! Oh thank god. Why--”

“--I couldn’t leave Mister Hawthorne unattended on premises, Colonel Carey!” it replied a little too spryly.

It demonstrated the enthusiasm of following orders. ‘Choly swallowed. Had Olivia always had the ability to hack and control Angel? At least while it operated on base? What timing, that the command had kicked in right when Angel would have opened fire on the Rust Devils’ leader.

“I’m disappointed in you, Hawthorne. Not surprised, but certainly disappointed. I expected you to have your fingers in more than one pot, but you had your mitts on everybody’s business.” She didn’t even bother with the body language to care about the captive ghoul, while she scrounged for whiskey in one of the desks. She drank directly from the bottle.

Angel tightened its grip on Sticks when he wouldn’t stop wriggling. He tried to slip out of his Nostrus glove to get a limb free, but Angel caught onto the attempt and changed its grip on him.

“And I mean everybody’s. Keep your enemies closer, and all that. Isn’t that right?You want to lose that other hand, too, don’t you? You’ll have to forgive me if I don’t share this one, gentlemen.”

Angel pulled Sticks closer to ‘Choly so it could provide triage. He had to right the dislocations in his right hand and wrist first. From there he did his best to reset joints and line up bone in his left elbow, powering through the searing pain of actually having to go by feel. Angel administered a Stimpak directly into it.

Sticks squinted at her in a stupor, visibly agitated ‘Choly wasn’t helping him get loose.

“You... aren’t a ghoul.”

“Oh, two marbles!” she exclaimed, clapping distastefully. Her sarcasm slowly boiled into a snarl. “It’s shaping up to be a regular game of it. And to think I’d lost ‘em all. All right, so I haven’t been completely honest about the state of things around here. There’s certain things that operate like a lady’s age and weight. You just don’t ask about it! But you two have had your secrets, too. Let’s lay out some honesty. So tell me, Sticks. How far out did you plan this whole con? Weeks? Months? Hmm? Are you the one who coaxed Laverne back up here a goddamn year ago!?”

‘Choly looked between her and Sticks as she waved between the two of them. He shook his head of the suggestion of collusion.

“Oh, don’t look so wild, Carey. I know he didn’t give a rat’s ass if I made it out of this SNAFU alive, as long as he made sure you did. It’s why he fired the fucking flare directly onto base.”

“The Devils were already on base,” Sticks reasoned, sweating. “They were already rounded up. Like fish in a barrel, Gen.”

She sat on the desk, and took another belt of whiskey before capping it and mellowing into a bitter, mocking monologue.

“So it was, so it was. Let me guess how the rest of it went. You cut a deal with every single party at the table, and saw your opportunity to get every reward you’d invested in. Instead of walking away with one prize, you could have it all. Laverne promised to restore the Pip-Boy functions in your hand if you helped her infiltrate Deenwood. I promised you more chem stock if you got the Furriers to agree to play sheepdog for me. The Furriers promised to give you your hand back, after what happened in 2124. Well, that doesn’t seem to have panned out. And Carey... Carey, you promised to play kitchen chemist for him if either of you managed to net any of Deenwood’s classified chemistry data, didn’t you?”

‘Choly couldn’t argue, bright red ear to ear. Angel urged him instead to focus on mending his leg. For a moment, his mortification superseded the pain of realigning the snapped head of his split tibia under his kneecap. Angel’s last Stimpak only helped dull the sensation enough to keep him from yelling.

“The toast we did before you left this morning. I had to feel out how well Sticks had you under his thumb. I knew he’d assume a cocktail from me would have some lingering benefits, so I ‘garnished’ each of them. Not only did he drink yours, he drank his, too. He wanted you to think he saved you from getting poisoned, deranged, or feeble--but what he really wanted was a guarantee, from doubled effects, that he could bend you into the pretzel of his whims. It might’ve caught him off guard that I’d added Magnetizer rather than Day Tripper, but it suited him all the better in playing you today. And the whole dance certainly got your tongue running on exactly everything he’d already fed you, that you’d assumed was point blank fact.” She looked to Sticks again, far more exhausted with him than the chemist. “You were tired of having to deal with me, every time you needed more premium chems to push. And you didn’t want to risk Laverne offing you after she got what she wanted. Really, I should’ve known you’d already warned the Devils about Rad-I-Canned when they waited so long to stage their full attack on Deenwood. But they didn’t expect you to be the smoking flare gun, did they?”

She laughed, trying not to cry. With a snivel she got up and stooped to retrieve the six-ampuole hexagonal inhaler.

“And you didn’t expect me to use X-Seed to rub out my ex when she broke my wife in half. She sure as fuck didn’t!”

“Then the Devils didn’t just want Deenwood’s robots,” ‘Choly uttered. “Their leader... wanted you...?”

She tossed down the empty inhaler to be refilled at a later point, and started pacing.

“The three of us. She, Helen, and I. We had chemistry. But she got to where she hated me, for everything I wasn’t and couldn’t be. She resented Helen even more. --God, if I can’t restore her. I don’t know what I’ll do. She’s been with me so long.” She shuffled over to Sticks, and grabbed him by the jaw. “If I can’t, her head rests squarely on you. Did you calculate for that, entrepreneur?”

“I’m not the ass who ripped off her head with power armor,” the ghoul snapped, starting to shake. “Technically speaking, that’d be your doing. Wouldn’t it.”

“You’re not in a position to get cute with me.”

She slapped him. She sighed and glanced to ‘Choly, then strolled around from terminal to terminal, initiating print orders. She began collecting things and humming a bit between her commentary. Some of what she gathered included holotapes.

“My sexual involvement with robotics isn’t perverse in the slightest, I’ll have you know. It’s out of necessity.” She sniffed. “X-Seed flesh can’t subsume metal and plastics. We were deeply, romantically embroiled, at that. Helen was... will be perfect again.”

“And ‘X-Squared flesh’?” He wasn’t entirely sure what he meant by it, but the very thought of it invoked a nebulous dread sentence.

“I figured you’d take the dose I gave you. I told the truth about that one. There’s no withdrawals. If you’re suffering from something after taking it, it’s not the squared. It’s whatever those Vault-Tec loonies did to you. Sticks, on the other hand? Your luck was particularly shit this go-around, hmm? You didn’t count on your Root to stick this time.”

She gathered up various stacks of the continuous feed stock she’d been accumulating, into a printout binder.

“Caught up in the euphoria of the X-Seed, I’m feeling both generous and accomplished. I’m going to let you escape with all your fingers and toes. After today, I don’t want to see either of your faces ever again. Do you understand me? But before I turn you loose again, I have to ask you, Carey: Did you get lucky? Could you put your hands on leftover Psycho when you killed those raiders, or did you have to cook up your own with two hundred year old morphine?”

His face drooped, a little too literally.

“Hubflower can be reduced into a new form of Gregory’s salts.”

She brightened a tic.

“I was hoping you’d teach me something before you left.” She approached ‘Choly and set the hefty pair of binders in his lap. “The MKEXCEED papers. The formulas for X-Cell-Root and X-Cell-Squared are here, along with a number of other things I’m sure you wanted. You’ll need to get versed in the precursors for Root in particular. If this is what it takes to get rid of Sticks once and for all, it’s not worth my time! I’m washing my hands of him. He’s all yours, Carey. I can’t think of a worse fate for him. Consider it a thank you, though. For giving Olivia and I exactly what we wanted. This is still my base. They’re still my enlisted. And in a way, we’ve still got each other. Who knows. Maybe I’ll reinstall Helen’s AI into a Sentry Bot this time. She’s had stranger bodies.”

She rubbed at her full head of hair, giving Helen’s next form genuine thought for some time before slouching and pacing more.

“This is a soaking lot of chaos. I haven’t had enlisted on base in a hundred eighty years. My head’s pounding for them all. Now, you two need to leave. Before I change my mind that you can.”

Angel mechanically hoisted up ‘Choly with two tendrils, keeping the third on Sticks’s right arm. ‘Choly stuffed the papers into Angel’s storage, in disbelief that it got in his hands so soon and with so little resistance once it came down to it. In the moment, he didn’t even care whether the binders contained blank paper and junk holotapes: they symbolized her letting them go free. On their way out, ‘Choly used one hand to stretch his face to jeer at her, not even really considering in the impulse that it might stay that way.

By the time he let go, he was very, very grateful she hadn’t seen it.

On their way to the North gate, Olivia came on the loudspeaker, to address her soldiers. While they’re walking, they saw that the Rad-I-Canned shell would have been fired from the mortars of a Deenwood Sentry Bot, but since origin and target had matched, the shell detonated in situ and destroyed the Sentry. She’d already sent a few Unfolded to work on disabling the Klutz whistle.

“Welcome back to base, soldiers. Going forward today, you will no longer require the services of Sticks to obtain what is rightfully yours as descendants of Deenwood’s enlisted. It was wrong of me to require you to broker with this manipulative cretin. I will no longer be doing business with him, I promise you. Our first order of business is to rebuild after our little crisis of identity. I know tonight took a lot out of everyone. Help yourselves to as many MREs as you like tonight. You’ve earned it. We will regroup at oh six hundred. We keep military hours. Makes the robots happy, so it makes me happy. Habits die hard.”

“They... ruined a golf course and a military base for this.”

‘Choly frowned at a loss. It was soaking in that Sticks’s stunt cost him all the prewar amenities of the Deenwood Compound, but at the same time, he couldn’t help but blame himself all the more for being such a patsy.

A battered, one-tendriled Gutsy sprinted up to them with a parcel.

“Madam General says you two are indecent. I’ve been sent along with fresh laundered uniforms. For you, Colonel Carey, and for you, Private Sticks.”

Its gruff, holographic voice ground the title like it didn’t even want to say that much. Angel received the uniforms when the two men sputtered over the remark.

“Apologies that we can’t stay longer,” it started, to keep them all moving. “I’ll miss you!”

“You’re the one heart of gold in that bunch, DIA Angel,” it called off after it.

“Well I suppose she’ll just have to find herself another SFC!” Sticks rang out with sarcastic indignity, like it was some mark of distinction.

“God, consider yourself lucky she didn’t court-martial you,” ‘Choly jabbed, unsure whether his enlisted rank was in seriousness.

Bozhemoy, either ply her, or avoid her altogether, is right...

‘Choly had so many things to say to Sticks, but in the sunrise twilight, the words simply wouldn’t come. He didn’t have the mental acuity to argue or make accusations, and only barely had the physical constitution to focus on balancing jockey-style atop Angel. Sticks was too tired to make conversation, either, fortunately. Once they’d turned down the straight shot North to Rourke Bridge, Angel let him go, and they walked onward in relative silence, stuffed up in the claustrophobic ambiance of the Merrimack echoing through the Highlands ruins.

Once they got inside Glenn Johnny’s, Sticks carried ‘Choly upstairs on his back, and Angel powered off its thruster downstairs for the first time in forever. The two stripped and slumped into bed in their underwear, too battered to care about their relative filth.

‘Choly permitted Sticks to spoon him, but mostly to share body heat.

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Long Beach, California Home Design

When the designers went to see this house, it was already stripped to the studs and ready for a full on remodel. The clients of the talented interior designers at Three Salt Design Co. were staying on their boat in the mean time. As professionals in the banking world, the clients wanted their space to prioritize function and family, but still give the appeal of a bayside getaway with a lot of character. The designers focused on inclusive and functional millwork, sleek contemporary lines and a coastal element throughout that paid homage to the bay and the best part of Long Beach.

Pin your favorite coastal interior ideas, make sure to follow the this designer on Instagram and have a great time, everyone!

Long Beach, California, Home Design

The exterior features a modern Mahogany front door. Exterior paint color is White Sand Dunn Edwards.

House Trim – Barrel Stove Dunn Edwards

Front Door – Custom, African Mahogany – similar here & here.

Entry Stone – Buffalo Grey Flagstone Pavers

Interior Paint Color

“We used only Sherwin Williams throughout this house, with all the main walls painted in First Star. Baseboard & Trim was done in High Reflective White, ensuring that the furniture, millwork and art will be the stars of the show. We focused our color creativity on the custom cabinetry, where we let the coastal blues set the tone.” – Three Salt Design Co.

Dining Room

I think you guys will love this home as much as I am!

The dining room feels inviting with a round dining table and a comfy rug. Also notice the sleek staircase with glass railing and the beautiful wine cellar.

Table – CFC Monstro Dining Table – Other on sale: here, here, here, here, here & here.

Rug – Westerly Jaipur Rugs

Chandelier – Rhys Prism by Restoration Hardware – similar here.

Vintage Poster – here.

Dining Chairs

The dining chairs are Carter Dining Chair – Others on Sale: here, here, here, here, here, here & here.

Wine Cellar

The wine cellar is located under the stairs and it features a glass door.

Flooring throughout: Argile Zenitude, Panaget (French Oak) – similar here & here.

Shelves

Wine Room Shelving – Custom Design, made out of African Mahogany.

Kitchen

Custom Cabinetry: “Our firm specializes in custom millwork and cabinetry, so we designed every cabinet, every column and every storage space in the house. From the floating vanities in the bathrooms, to the function of each drawer in the kitchen, we worked with our clients on function and intention to make sure their spaces were not only beautiful but worked perfectly for their family.” – Three Salt Design Co.

Kitchen Pendants: Nashua 4 Light Pendant by Uttermost – Other Beautiful Lighting: here, here, here, here, here, here & here.

Counterstools: Houzz

Island Paint Color

Kitchen Island – Anchors Aweigh SW 9179 by Sherwin Williams.

Kitchen Island Dimensions: 12’ x 4’4”

Countertop

Kitchen Countertop is Lincoln Quartz by Aurea Stone – on the island and perimeter.

White Kitchen Cabinet Paint Color

Kitchen Perimeter Paint Color – Pure White by Sherwin Williams.

Kitchen Backsplash: 4×12 Calacatta Cressa Marble Subway Tiles, laid in a double herringbone pattern.

Kitchen Cabinet Hardware: Reeded Pull by Top Knobs

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Canisters: Anchor Hocking

Cabinet Style

Kitchen Cabinet Style: Shaker – Wood Type: Paint Grade Maple

Kitchen Faucets: Hunley 18” x Waterstone (Chrome)

Window Treatments – Alta & Lutron

Lounge Area

On the right side of the kitchen, you will find a lounging area with a bar and comfortable chairs.

“All of the upholstery on level 1 in the house is custom, designed by us and produced by our exclusive artisans. We put our custom goods together with beautiful case goods to create a space that exudes comfort and ease.”

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Art – View of Ocean II, Leftbank Art – Other Beautiful Artwork: here, here & here.

Coffee Table – Jacob Cocktail Table by Arteriors

Wallpaper

Wallpaper is a cork wallpaper by York.

Rug – Westerly Jaipur Rugs

Living Room

What I love the most about this home is the fact that it feels uncomplicated without loosing its warmth.

Coffee Table – Four Hands – similar here – Others: here, here, here, here & here.

Sofa – Custom – available through the designer

Floating Shelves

The fireplace is flanked by a pair of framed artwork and chunky white floating shelves.

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Arm Chair: Uttermost Gamila

Pillow: Custom – similar: here

Side Table: here & here – similar

Fireplace

The fireplace features a grey marble surround and hearth/bench.

Monstera Plant: here – similar

Rug – here & here – similar

Pillows

Pillows are custom – Fabrics: Fabricut & Robert Allen

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Landing Office

The landing area features a functional home office/homework space. Cabinet paint color is Sherwin Williams Pure White.

Office Chair: Eames – similar here.

Laundry room

Who wouldn’t love to have a laundry room like this? The designers got really creative with this space!

Laundry Backsplash: 3×12 Tesoro Crayons Ceramic x GB Tile – similar here.

Laundry Faucet: Single Kitchen Faucet x Huntington Brass (Chrome) – similar here.

Laundry Wallpaper: Fabricut Izelle Bungalow

Cabinet Paint Color

Grey cabinet paint color is Sherwin Williams Acier.

Countertops: Athena, Vadara Quartz

Cabinet Hardware: Charlotte Pull, Top Knobs

Floor Tile: Cementine Retro, Arizona Tile – similar here – Others: here, here, here & here.

Guest Bedroom

This cozy guest bedroom features a simple yet inviting decor.

Headboard: Pottery Barn

Bedding: here & here – similar

Glass Table Lamps: here & here – similar

Blue Bathroom Cabinet

Cabinet Paint Color: Sherwin Williams Indigo Batik.

Countertop: Athena, Vadara Quartz

Floor Tile: Telaio 2” Marble Hexagon

Shower Tile: Bedrosians – similar here

Cabinet Hardware: Kinney Pull, Top Knobs

Faucets: Litze Wall Mount Faucet Brizo

Shower Fixtures: Litze Fixtures, Brizo

Lighting: Renwil – similar here.

Mirror: Renwil – similar here.

Grey Bathroom Cabinet Paint Color

Grey Bathroom Cabinet Paint Color: Sherwin Williams SW6255 Morning Fog.

Countertops: Athena Vadara Quartz

Floor Tile: 12×24 Bianco Dolomite Marble

Shower Tile: 4×12 Bianco Dolomite Subway & 4×12 Carrara Marble Subway Striped

Cabinet Hardware: Charlotte Pull, Top Knobs

Faucets: Litze Wall Mount Faucet, Brizo

Lighting: Tranquil Bay, Quoizel

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Master Bedroom

The master bedroom opens to a private waterfront balcony.

Bed – Charlton, Ethan Allen – Other Beautiful Beds: here, here, here, here & here.

Wallpaper

Wallpaper – Fabricut Grimaud – Other Beautiful Wallpaper: here & here.

Nightstands – Safavieh – Others: here, here, here & here.

Sconces – Modo x Roll & Hill – similar here.

View

The master bedroom has a lovely view of the canal.

Rug – Custom

Artwork

Art – Custom / Commissioned

Bathroom Cabinet Paint Color

Cabinet paint color is Sherwin Williams Anchors Aweigh.

Countertops: Statuario Venato, Vadara Quartz

Cabinet Hardware: Square Pull Top Knobs (Matte Black)

Faucets: Litze Wall Mount Faucet, Brizo (Matte Black)

Master Bath Lighting: Redford Picture Light Regina Andrew

Master Bath Mirrors: Renwil

Tiling

Floor Tile: 12×24 Bardiglio Arizona Tile – similar here.

Shower Tile: Bianco Dolomite 12×24 Marble – similar here.

Shower Pan Tile: Carrara White Basketweave Marble

Shower Fixtures: Jason Wu for Brizo (Matte Black)

Tub Accent Tile

Bath Accent Tile: Fan Club Ice White x Artistic Tile

Tub Filler: Fixtures: Jason Wu for Brizo (Matte Black)

Chandelier: Arnold Chandelier Gabby Home

Stool: Serena & Lily

Outdoor Kitchen

How fun would it be have an outdoor kitchen like this one?! I am loving these custom barstools.

Accent Stone – Ledger Stone Honed

Concrete

The patio also features a lounging area with concrete-looking furniture and firepit.

Concrete Furniture – Sunpan

Cushions

Bench Cushions – Custom – Fabric is Fabricut.

Patio

Patio Stone – Mountain Bluestone Pavers

Furniture

Dining Furniture – FrontGate

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Beautiful Outdoor Pillows: here & here.

Coastal Lifestyle

This home is truly beautiful and inspiring… and it certainly made me get even more excited for summer!!!

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This sophisticated coffee table is a special piece of furnishings, developed by the talented Italian designer Hagit Pincovici. It is integrated in each the Metaphysics Collection and the Eclipse Series. The piece functions an Art Deco inspired abstract design and style with a present day twist, and is a subtle representation of aerial photography. Brass legs support a best round surface divided into 3 sections. The accent is a round form manufactured of white marble, superbly complemented by two ‘pie chart’ pieces produced of wood, decorated in black and red and covered with hand-utilized premium resistant lacquer.

Marg Coffee Table

Avant-garde in style, shape and materials, this striking coffee table is a fine illustration of the inventive thoughts of the Japanese designer Shinobu Ito based mostly in Italy. It is produced of wood fiber gently colored in a light shade of grey and completed with a bamboo wood veneer. What helps make this piece so attractive is its uncommon form and framework. The table comprises of two separate elements that, when positioned shut together, fit into each and every other like Yin and Yang. The unique hexagonal decoration of the leading can make it virtually impossible to notice the connection line among them. On the other hand, the two sections can be utilised individually, preserving the general style idea.

Isamu Kenmochi Customized Coffee Table

This minor vintage bijou was produced in Japan back in 1956. With its sophisticated unobtrusive style and apparent functionality, it encapsulates the style philosophy of the Japanese industrial designer Isamu Kenmochi. The piece is produced of rosewood whose beautiful reddish-brown colour provides a warm feel. Time has left its traces, even though. Thin abrasion from use can be somewhat noticed on the surface and there is also a little discolored spot. The leading has a slightly notable foggy appearance to finish in raking light. The overall situation of the vintage coffee table is however really very good and it is a great conversation piece to have at home.

Swedish Coffee Table

This original coffee table is an excellent example of the ‘Live Simply and Close to Nature’ – design and style philosophy of Scandinavian designers. The piece is an unique vintage exhibit pleasing the eye with rustic aesthetics. It is developed of normal driftwood and features a base of complex construction and a flat leading of irregular shape. There is a small damage at one finish of the table which is nevertheless properly concealed by the nature of the materials.

Stadium Coffee Table

This exquisite coffee table strikes with its intriguing structure and original design and style. The base is comprised of three irregular rings made of veneered ebony Macassar wood, with its characteristic dark brown strikes. The parallel aspects are organized vertically crowned by a wide top of transparent crystal. The complete structure is supported by four legs in black metal with silver highlights. A fabulous artistic piece of furniture that would superbly complement any modern interior!

‘Blue Print’ Coffee Table

Exhibited as Coffee table #2 this exclusive piece was one of the most attractive objects at the solo exhibition of Ron Gilad in 2009. Its structure is inspired by architectural drawings and represents the designer’s minimalist insight at finding aesthetic expression by means of the geometric purity of blueprints. The legs are of enameled brass supporting a prime of ultra clear glass. The piece is in an outstanding issue.

Sculpture Coffee Table

This chic coffee table with a relatively futuristic layout was produced by the Berlin-born, New York–based designer Karl Springer. The provocative framework is produced of no-significantly less provocative material, carved horn completed with black lacquer. The design and style showcases pre-postmodernism functions of captivating sleekness. The coffee table comes with a certificate of authentication from Tom Langevin, former director for Karl Springer, Ltd., regardless of of some minor defects.

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51 Outdoor Coffee Tables to Center Your Stylish Patio Arrangement

For those who look forward to a daily dose of gentle breezes and mild sunshine, outdoor living spaces can prove just as important as the ones indoors. Compiling the perfect patio set is a labor of love – a matter of seeking out the right balance between durability, style, and flexible functionality. The coffee table is just one component, but it’s certainly an important one. Find the perfect place to rest your book or cool beverage with this useful compilation. We’ve collected a list of 51 outdoor coffee tables for every furniture style from rustic to super-modern, for small balconies and spacious poolside decks alike.

$183BUY IT Modern Black Outdoor Coffee Table: Crafted from sturdy aluminum with a silky black finish, this simple sled-base coffee table presents a sleek and modern aesthetic for the outdoors. Coordinate with any of your favorite contemporary seating options.

$253BUY IT Modern Metal Outdoor Coffee Table: This grey aluminum sled-base coffee table cuts an even more minimalistic profile, a perfect pairing for streamlined seating options. Weather resistant finishing ensures lasting style.

$135BUY IT White Modern Outdoor Coffee Table: Bright, sleek, and surprisingly inexpensive. This design is built around an aluminum inner frame with a sleek plastic resin body. The tabletop is perforated to prevent puddling. Choose from a wide range of bright color options to suit your outdoor decor.

$126BUY IT Low White Outdoor Patio Coffee Table: A durable tempered glass top makes this minimalistic outdoor coffee table easy to clean and maintain, giving a bright polished look for instant appeal. The body is made from powder-coating aluminum and the legs are capped in non-marking plastic.

$198BUY IT Aluminum Outdoor Coffee Table: Looking for something a little bolder for your outdoor patio arrangement? This aluminum coffee table catches the eye with its honed curved edges and contrasting surface finishes. The tabletop is made from a pane of smokey tempered glass.

$534BUY IT Grey and Solid Teak Outdoor Coffee Table: Contrast can open a world of coordination possibilities. This handsome outdoor coffee table features a black frame with a natural teak wood top. Treat the tabletop with teak oil periodically to maintain the bright color, or let it weather into a sophisticated silver grey over time.

$169BUY IT Steel and Wood Square Outdoor Coffee Table: Rich brown acacia wood boards are supported by a minimalistic white metal frame. This table pairs well with traditional wood outdoor furniture and more contemporary pieces alike.

$430BUY IT Lift Top White Outdoor Coffee Table: This white coffee table is a smart multipurpose option for the outdoors. Use as a standard coffee table for cocktail hour, or lift to the tabletop panels to their raised position to use as a convenient and comfortable dining table for a breezy brunch with friends.

$385BUY IT Kartell Acrylic Plastic Outdoor Coffee Table: Designed by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, the popular Panier Coffee Table frequently finds its way into magazine spreads for its versatility and eye-catching appeal. This translucent acrylic design maintains a lightweight look while simultaneously commanding attention.

$959BUY IT Ombre Concrete Outdoor Round Coffee Table: Super-smooth rounded concrete gets an artistic treatment with a cloudy ombre finish – a true statement piece for any outdoor arrangement. Choose from indigo ombre or light slate grey ombre colorways.

$1,116BUY IT Indoor Outdoor Concrete Coffee Table: Sturdy, strong, and sure to last a lifetime with proper care. This concrete table by Sunpan Modern will only become more beautiful with time as the concrete naturally weathers.

$199BUY IT Cement Top Outdoor Coffee Table: For a sleeker take on urban modernism, this outdoor coffee table enjoys a touch of concrete but only on the tabletop. The frame itself is beautiful too, the powder-coated legs angled inward for an interesting look from every angle.

$935BUY IT Low Outdoor Coffee Table with Storage: Created by Scandinavian design duo Johannes Foersom and Peter Hiort-Lorenzen, this low outdoor table presents a stylish take on outdoor functionality with the added benefit of sleek built-in storage. Simply lift the solid teak top to reveal a spacious fabric storage basket below.

$595BUY IT Petite Friture Metal Outdoor Coffee Table: The handsome Petite Friture outdoor table is the work of BrichetZiegler studio. This piece seems to offer a refined modern take on traditional cafe furniture. Use this piece with classic and contemporary pairings alike.

$189BUY IT Outdoor Faux Wicker Coffee Table with Glass Top: Wicker outdoor furniture is a true classic. But this table is anything but outdated – the clean lines, metal legs, weather-resistant synthetic construction, and strong glass tabletop are all updated features that add a smart modern edge.

$159BUY IT Wicker Outdoor Coffee Table with Storage: This wicker deck box is the perfect size for use as a coffee table. The spacious interior compartment offers a convenient way to store weather-proof accent pillows, yard toys, and other outdoor essentials.

$269BUY IT Round Outdoor Wicker Storage Coffee Table: This round storage coffee table is constructed from hand-woven polyethylene wicker, a material that maintains its clean and stylish look far longer than natural wicker options.

$1,529BUY IT Composite Stone Round Outdoor Coffee Table: Round coffee tables like this one are great for conversation areas where seating orientation may change from day to day. This elegant design is crafted with a wrought aluminum base in a vintage finish, the tabletop composed of durable stone composite.

$840BUY IT Aram Round Metal Coffee Table: Intricately crafted from delicate wire over a sturdy flared structure, these tables remain both lightweight and visually impactful. These beautiful designs are stylish enough for indoor use and sturdy enough for the all-weather outdoor display.

$195BUY IT Gold and Glass Round Outdoor Coffee Table: Bring a touch of glamour to your outdoor arrangement with the Mirabelle glass coffee table from Elle Decor. The base is finished in silky gold or white, the tabletop made from tempered glass.

$489BUY IT Modern Marble Mosaic Outdoor Coffee Table: Make a bold statement with this sculptural coffee table. This gorgeous design features a hexagonal top supported by triangular framing, mimicking the shape of a cut gem. The tabletop is made from genuine marble tiled into a mosaic of contrasting hexagons.

$459BUY IT Upholstered Outdoor Ottoman Coffee Table: Looking for something with a softer touch? It is often hard to find upholstered ottoman tables meant to weather the outdoors – this one, upholstered in premium yacht vinyl upholstery, is perfect for outdoor use. Choose from a spectrum of colors to best suit your space.

$861BUY IT BeBop Round Metal Outdoor Coffee Table: Bold color and an even bolder visual profile make the BeBop table a playful addition to any patio area. Choose from two sizes and a spectrum of 24 color options to find the perfect fit for your outdoor decor. This design is the work of Tristan Lohner for Fermob.

$1,082BUY IT Vondom White Low Outdoor Coffee Table: At just over 11 inches tall, the Jut low table is great for low-profile patio furniture arrangements. Pair with the matching smaller Jut chaise table for the nested look pictured here.

$34BUY IT Outdoor Coffee Table IKEA: For an exceptionally inexpensive yet stylish solution from IKEA, the KROKHOLMEN table is a versatile option. The base is made from bent wire finished in white, the tabletop perforated for better performance in wet outdoor environments.

$360BUY IT Round Wire Outdoor Coffee Table: Creatively patterned wire construction gives this round outdoor coffee table a cool geometric edge. Choose from a variety of finishes – from bright flat colors to radiant metallics.

$2623BUY IT Schultz Petal Outdoor Coffee Table: Iconic mid-century furniture designer Richard Schultz created the Petal Collection coffee table in 1960, yet it remains just as iconic and sought after today. The flower-like tabletop is crafted from weather-resistant teak wood while the stable spider base is made from powder-coated steel.

$869BUY IT Round White Outdoor Coffee Table: Perfect for bohemian and farmhouse-chic outdoor themes, this round white outdoor coffee table captures the imagination with its intricately detailed surface. This piece made from sturdy cast concrete and finished in lightly distressed white.

$139BUY IT Small Outdoor Storage Coffee Table: If you’re furnishing a smaller patio space or balcony but still want to go big on style, this playful round storage table is sure to delight. The exterior is made from resin wicker woven over a strong steel frame, the top made from faux wood. The interior is a useful place to store things like furniture covers and yard games between use.

$109BUY IT Round Woven Outdoor Storage Coffee Table: This resin wicker storage table maintains a compact footprint for small outdoor spaces. Adjustable levelers on the bottom ensure stable placement even when used on uneven patio pavers.

$184BUY IT Round Woven Wicker Outdoor Coffee Table Set: Traditional wicker furniture gets a sleek modern update with this outdoor table set. The tabletops are crafted from plastic wicker in a natural tone, woven openly over a simple crossed base. Use with traditional or contemporary seating.

$216BUY IT Wicker Accent Rectangular Outdoor Coffee Table: Mixed material composition always serves as a unique way to update outdoor wicker. This piece is made from resin wicker and sturdy steel painted to look like wood.

$216BUY IT Glass Top Outdoor Coffee Table: A strong acacia frame is accented with woven details, then topped with a sturdy glass tabletop. This piece serves as a bridge between design eras, a stately addition to new and vintage patio furniture selections.

$583BUY IT White and Faux Wood Outdoor Coffee Table: Real wood patio furniture requires periodic oil treatments to retain its lively coloration. If you love the look of natural wood but not the upkeep, a faux wood selection like this one might be a better option. Each component is resistant to water and UV rays for impressive longevity.

$331BUY IT Solid Teak Oval Outdoor Coffee Table: For those who prefer the beautiful irregularities and distinctive weathering of real wood, teak is always a great outdoor option. This piece is constructed from Grade A teak and finished in a natural resin. Sand and oil periodically to maintain its original look.

$3,460BUY IT Long Outdoor Coffee Table with Tray: Designed by Barbara Widiningtias and Vincent Cantaert, the Ekka Long Coffee Table is a fantastic accompaniment for larger-scale outdoor furniture arrangements. This piece is crafted from durable teak and includes a stylish aluminum tray. Choose from a small range of tray finish options to best suit your furniture theme.

$173BUY IT Round Rustic Outdoor Coffee Table: Use this solid acacia coffee table to tie together any outdoor furniture theme. Use to complement rustic furniture, as a natural counterbalance to modern designs, or as an effortless pairing for wicker selections.

$153BUY IT Eucalyptus Wood Low Outdoor Coffee Table: Low-profile furniture design continues to grow in popularity, and outdoor furniture sets are no different. However, finding the right low table is often a challenge. This one is especially versatile, crafted from eucalyptus wood with slanted legs and a slatted top.

$151BUY IT Outdoor Acacia Wood Coffee Table: Simple and straightforward! This acacia wood table maintains a medium-size footprint suitable for most spaces. The bottom shelf provides extra storage for accessories while entertaining.

$339BUY IT Wood Outdoor Coffee Table with Storage: Intricate cutouts give this storage coffee table a chic and artistic look. This piece is perfect for casual storage, great for pool items and waterproof furniture covers.

$315BUY IT Rounded Square Small Outdoor Coffee Table: Rounded corners give this outdoor coffee table a sleek modern look. The tabletop is crafted from bright natural teak, the base made from aluminum and finished in matte black.

$259BUY IT Solid Acacia Rustic Outdoor Coffee Table: A fantastic complement for rustic, industrial, and farmhouse furniture themes, this acacia wood coffee table captures attention with its unique architectural construction.

$142BUY IT Industrial Square Outdoor Coffee Table: This square outdoor coffee table blends industrial and mid-century modern aesthetics with its tapered iron legs. The tabletop is made from durable acacia in a warm teak finish.

$3,419BUY IT Geometric Metal Outdoor Coffee Table: A resort-quality table with sculptural appeal. This geometric outdoor coffee table catches the eye with its faceted brushed aluminum body, the octagonal tabletop finished in satin black.

$289BUY IT Concrete Outdoor Coffee Table: This design blends the unique textural look of concrete with the timeless appeal of a traditional pedestal-base table profile. An acrylic surface treatment helps protect the surface against staining and wear.

$2,350BUY IT Plec Large Outdoor Coffee Table with Marbled Top: Don’t be afraid to go bold! This dramatic outdoor coffee table from RS Barcelona is perched on an accordion-pressed steel structure, playing with light and shadow from every angle. Choose from a variety of vivid color options.

$739BUY IT White Outdoor Coffee Table Fire Pit: Instantly up the ambiance of your patio seating arrangement with a coffee table that doubles as a welcoming firepit. This piece is well-suited to light and breezy furniture themes, from contemporary to farmhouse chic and beyond.

$2,183BUY IT Outdoor Coffee Table with Gas Fire Pit: This outdoor fire table features a polished granite top, the fire output framed by a stylish glass shield. Ten pounds of glass gems are included. This model is capable of 55,000 BTU output for warmth on breezy nights.

$2,429BUY IT Modern Outdoor Fireplace Coffee Table: For a fire table that makes a strong artistic statement, this piece is sure to capture admiration. This multi-level design features a bold fire table on top, with a wraparound table edge providing usable surface area somewhat away from the flames. This piece is capable of 80,000 BTU output. The flame height is fully adjustable.

$1,175BUY IT Concrete Grey Outdoor Coffee Table Fire Pit: Versatile and striking, this real flame table captures attention with a fiber-concrete body in a satisfying grey tint. This model includes lava rock filler and a convenient lid to cover the burner between uses. This propane fire pit table is rated for 50,000 BTU output.

$3,516BUY IT Equinox Outdoor Coffee Table Fire Pit: A luxury option from Brown Jordan Fires, the Equinox coffee table fire pit is just as striking between uses as it is when lit. An off-center divot hosts the burner, leaving plenty of room for drinks and accessories when unlit.

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51 Outdoor Coffee Tables to Center Your Stylish Patio Arrangement

Recommended Reading: 50 Modern Outdoor Chairs 51 Outdoor Chaise Lounge Chairs 51 Outdoor Dining Tables 51 Outdoor Daybeds

Modern Classic Chairs

51 Rectangle Coffee Tables that Stand Out with Style and Functionality

41 Nesting Coffee Tables That Save Space And Add Style

50 Unique Coffee Tables That Help You Declutter and Stylise Your Lounge

57 Rustic Furniture Ideas for Countryside-Inspired Interior Themes

51 Outdoor Daybeds for Indulgent Relaxation Your Way

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