Coaster expands SmartTop dining line with 10 new tables

Coaster Fine Furniture has expanded its SmartTop dining program with 10 new tables for the fall High Point Market, according to Home News Now. The additions include bar- and counter-height bistro tables, some paired with cushioned stool sets, in round and square formats with slate or Sheesham looks on metal or wood bases. The bistro tables seat two to four, with MSRPs from $259 to $739. Coaster says the tops are made from leftover wood material compressed with a binder, and that the tops are wear-resistant and low-maintenance.

What it means for you

• Retailers: The price range and small-space focus suggest the line may suit apartment and compact-home shoppers. It is worth checking the matching stool sets against your floor space and price points.
• Reps: The exclusive Trevino set and the bar- and counter-height options give you new bistro-category talking points for accounts already carrying SmartTop.
• Manufacturers: Coaster's expansion of an existing program shows how a single engineered-top platform can be extended across many table formats and finishes.
• Vendors: Finish and base options in brown and black, plus the new bistro sets, may affect how you plan accessory and component sourcing for this category.