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Ratchet Strapped Furniture

The #177 Stretched Steel Table Uses Tension to Function

— May 17, 2012 — Art & Design
The #177 Stretched Steel Table may seem simple enough at first, until the viewer glances down at the ratchet strap secured to the bottom of it. Creating a state of tension, this bold blue strap pops out against the stark white color of the rest of the table. Since it is only supported at the ends, the ratchet strap brings the base of the legs together, allowing the frame to act as a lever in order to pull the very thin sheet of steel on top tight with 30 tonnes of force. This, as the designer points out, is the equivalent of two double decker buses.

Created by United Kingdom-based furniture designer Tom Cecil, the #177 Stretched Steel Table boasts a powder-coated finish in Papyrus White.
Trend Themes
1. Ratchet Strap Furniture - This trend involves using ratchet straps as a design element in furniture, providing strength and unique visual interest, offering opportunities for innovative design that combines form and function.
2. Tension-based Furniture - This trend utilizes tension to create a functional piece of furniture, providing a sleek and unique look while also providing strength and stability.
3. Thin Sheet Steel Furniture - This trend involves the use of thin sheet steel as the primary material for furniture design, providing a lightweight but strong platform for design innovation.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - Furniture designers can incorporate ratchet straps and tension-based designs to create unique and sturdy furniture pieces that stand out from the competition.
2. Home Decor - Home decor companies can market new ratchet strap and tension-based furniture collections to customers looking for unique interior design options.
3. Metalworking - Metalworking companies can focus on creating thin sheet steel furniture pieces that offer high strength and unique design opportunities in the furniture industry.
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