# Durable Lightweight Metallic Coasters The Taftware Titanium Table Coasters are Machined from Metal By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-09-03 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-coasters References: [gearhungry](http://www.gearhungry.com/2016/09/taftware-titanium-drink-coasters.html) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/taftware/titanium-drink-coasters-grade-5-minimalist-modern) Some might believe that the [drink coaster](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zodiac-constellation-coasters) is a home accessory that can't be improved upon much, but the Taftware Titanium table coasters prove otherwise. As the name denotes, the coasters are made from titanium and are 3.5-inches in diameter. The slim metallic disks are machined from Grade 5 titanium in the United States before being finished with bead blasting for a textured finish. This allows cups, mugs and glasses from suctioning onto the surface when condensation is present. As one might expect because of the [titanium material](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-jewelry) used to make them, the coasters are inherently lightweight. The Taftware Titanium table coasters are currently available for preorder on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanus-brass-tankard) where the product has already surpassed it's funding goal. The coasters retail for $25 each or can be purchased in packs of four for $75. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Durable Metallic Coasters:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating coaster materials that are both durable and visually appealing. - **Lightweight Table Accessories:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in designing lightweight and functional table accessories. - **Textured Surface Coasters:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing coasters with textured surfaces to prevent suctioning. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the home decor industry by introducing unique and functional coaster designs. - **Houseware Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the houseware manufacturing industry by exploring new durable materials for coaster production. - **Crowdfunding:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the crowdfunding industry by supporting innovative products like the Taftware Titanium table coasters. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Titanium Shot Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idea-sekikawa-design.md) - [Aerospace-Grade Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-dripper-system.md) - [Smart Tabletop Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-tabletop-coaster.md) - [Warm-Toned Marble Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lusine-coasters.md) - [Aurora Lights-Inspired Glassware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rex-rock.md) - [Aquatic Beverage Coasters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crab-inspired-coasters.md) - [Eco-Friendly Double Wall Mugs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tidouble-wall-mugs.md) - [Metallic Japanese Cutting Boards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-cutting-board.md) - [Titanium Cookware Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titanium-cookware-set.md)