# Tree Trunk Tables The Mineral and Mighty Dining Table is Full of Whimsy By Meghan Young | Published 2014-09-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tree-trunk-table References: [fancy](http://fancy.com/things/469609883910541489/Mineral-&-Might-Dining-Table) & [anthropologie](http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-furniture/23119498.jsp) The use of tree stumps for furniture is not something new, yet this tree trunk table takes the nature-inspired look to a whole new level. Full of whimsical character, the white bark, flared silhouette and [knotted details](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/don-heston-studio) all allude to a fairy tale theme many homes will benefit from. Especially since the tree trunk table isn't overtly feminine. Made by hand in Pennsylvania by the artisans of Groundwork, the tree trunk table is dubbed Mineral & Might. Reclaimed for a cedar tree, it is finished with a [galvanized top of zinc-plated steel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intra-side-table). Perfect for both traditional and modern homes, the tree trunk table has a surprising airy appeal due to the light colors of the chosen materials. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nature-inspired Furniture:** There is an opportunity for disrupting the furniture industry by pushing more innovative, eco-friendly and sustainable wood furniture. - **Whimsical Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in home decor that are inspired by nature and provide unique touches of whimsy. - **Reclaimed Materials:** Reclaiming materials to design and create new furniture might lead to a disruptive shift in the furniture industry towards sustainability and eco-friendliness. ### Where This Applies - **Furniture:** Furniture manufacturers can explore the use of reclaimed materials and nature-inspired designs in their product lines for a more eco-friendly and whimsical appeal. - **Home Decor:** Home decor retailers can capitalize on the trend towards nature-inspired and whimsical designs by offering unique and sustainable pieces. - **Artisanal Manufacturing:** Artisans and craftsmen can differentiate themselves from large-scale manufacturers by creating unique and eco-friendly furniture pieces inspired by nature's forms and textures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sturdy Minimalist Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sturdy-minimalist-table.md) - [Skeletal Industrial Dining Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/landr-dining-and-conference-table.md) - [Felled Tree Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ptacek-home-chunk-line.md) - [Chic Stone Fragment Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skrivo-for-miniforms-pinto.md) - [Island-Inspired Wooden Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-table.md) - [Marble Fragment Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miscellaneous-side-table.md) - [Chic Sustainable Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oceanides-table-collection.md) - [Raw Stone-Inspired Jagged Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fels-coffee-table.md) - [Shimmering Oceanic Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-table.md)