Furniture feet
Before you decide to buy a new piece of furniture because the old one no longer suits your style or the height is no longer comfortable, you should take a look at new furniture feet. There are many different models, shapes and materials to choose from, and many of them are even height-adjustable.
What types of furniture feet are there?
Choosing the right furniture feet starts with knowing the different models. Here are some examples:
- Standard furniture feet
- Height-adjustable furniture feet
- Furniture feet with castors
Adjustable furniture feet are especially useful if your floor is uneven or you want to change the height of your furniture.
If you have to move your furniture often, they can be a good option.
If you need to move your furniture often, furniture feet with castors can be a good option. This will keep you flexible and make moving your furniture super easy.
And if you need to move your furniture often, furniture feet with castors can be a good option.
Furniture legs come in a variety of shapes
The shape of the furniture legs can greatly influence the overall appearance of your piece of furniture. They contribute significantly to the style statement and overall appearance of the piece of furniture. Here are some of the most common shapes you should consider:
- Round: Round furniture feet, such as the Gedotec Furniture Foot LENA, are classic and timeless. They give your furniture a soft and balanced look.
- Cornered: Cornered furniture legs, such as the Deep FONDA furniture foot, bring a modern and minimalist atmosphere to your room. They go perfectly with simple, minimalist pieces of furniture.
- Conical: Conical furniture feet, also known as tapered feet, create a vintage or Scandinavian look. They are narrower at the top than at the base and add an elegant touch to your furniture, such as the Gedotec ESEFA.
- Turned: These handcrafted furniture feet are often highly detailed and bring a traditional, rustic or even antique style to your space. .
- Column shape: Column shaped furniture feet often have an eye-catching design and can give your furniture a majestic and luxurious look.
Choose the shape of your furniture legs to match the style of your furniture and the overall design of your room. It's worth investing a little time in choosing the right shape, as it will have a significant impact on the appearance of your furniture.
Materials - wooden and metal furniture feet
Depending on what suits your furniture best, you can choose furniture feet made of wood, metal or plastic. Each material has its advantages
Wooden feet give your furniture a warm and natural look, while metal feet (e.g. stainless steel furniture feet) create a modern and minimalist look. If you're looking for something special, there are also black or gold-coloured furniture feet that add an elegant touch to your furniture.
Here are some examples:
- Metal furniture feet:
- Furniture feet made of plastic:
Mounting- The three most common ways
There are several ways to attach furniture feet to your furniture. The most common methods are
- screwing them on directly,
- gluing or
- the use of a thread.
Which method you choose depends on your piece of furniture and your craftsmanship. Almost all of our furniture feet are for direct screwing, as this is a very reliable way of fixing.
Set new accents with the right furniture feet
If you want to give your furniture a new look, furniture feet can be an easy and inexpensive solution. For example, you can give an old chest of drawers a completely new look with modern, chrome-plated furniture feet.
A cabinet from grandma's that you've lovingly refurbished will get the attention it deserves with dark brushed brass feet. Or imagine a great old upholstered chair with polished, minimalist steel feet.
Important to know: Furniture feet and underfloor heating
If you have underfloor heating, raised furniture is a prerequisite so that the heat can spread freely in the room. With adjustable furniture feet, you can easily adjust the height of your furniture for optimal heat distribution
It is definitely worth considering furniture feet before you decide to buy a new piece of furniture. Not only are they functional, but they can also change the look of your furniture and give it a new style.