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What is an ercol table?

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Sarah Oconnor

Updated on February 25, 2026

What is an ercol table?

Ercol provides a wide choice of dining tables and chairs in a variety of shapes and sizes. For a square room or one with limited square footage, a round table offers more flexibility both when the table is in use, and when the chairs are pushed in after a meal.

Similarly, it is asked, how do I know if my table is ercol?

Ercol furniture can be identified by a label, stamp, or badge, depending on the year that it was made. The pieces from the 1950s to the 1970s would each have a small, square label that is blue and silver. This maker's mark evolved to the most recent centenary logos which has the Ercol lion.

Similarly, what is an ercol desk? Ideal for your laptop or as a writing desk, our ercol desks will add a touch of style to any home office or working space. Our console tables are ideal as a hall table or telephone table and make an attractive addition to any home.

Beside this, what wood is ercol table made of?

Ercol furniture is made from high quality timber including hard woods, ash, walnut and oak, to name just a few. The wood is most often sourced from North America and Europe, whilst their fabrics are produced in mills in Belgium, Italy and beyond.

Is ercol furniture Danish?

Yes definitely. Although Ercol is quintessentially English, there are close parallels to leading Danish firms, particularly in their mutual respect for – and mastery over – wood.

Does all Ercol furniture have a Makers Mark?

“All pieces of Ercol will have some sort of mark on them. These marks have varied over the years, and we have used stamps, labels and more recently, badges. A comprehensive list of these marks can be found in the book 'Ercol Furniture in the Making' by Lesley Jackson.â€

Are Ercol chairs comfortable?

Bristol Upholstery's specialist knowledge and expertise with Ercol chairs was reassuring. We are delighted with the result. The cushions are a good fit, perfect colour and very comfortable. I love the fact that they securely staple with popper fasteners under the chair seats, and can be unzipped for washing.

Is Ercol furniture made in China?

ercol has been designing and manufacturing furniture in Buckinghamshire since its formation 100 years ago in 1920. A British brand, all of our ranges are designed and developed by our in-house design team based in Princes Risborough. Country of manufacture can be seen on individual product pages.

What is Ercol Blue Label?

The blue label is not specific to a particular Ercol range, it is simply an indication of the date of manufacture. Very roughly, blue labels were used from 1954 to 1976 and the gold labels from 1977 to 1995. There are only two woods used by Ercol in the Windsor range during the mid-century period; beech and elm.

What Colour is Ercol Golden Dawn?

The biggest confusion is with “Golden Dawnâ€. This is a stained finish that was introduced around 1982 and which is surprisingly dark – but it is often used to describe blond pieces.

When was Ercol furniture made?

ercol was founded in 1920 by a young Italian, Lucian Ercolani, whose simple goal was to make furniture that was well designed and made in a good working environment by craftsmen who took pride in their work.

Are Ercol still in business?

ercol has a proud history in the High Wycombe area. In 2002, after 82 years in the old factory in High Wycombe, ercol moved to Summerleys Road in Princes Risborough, where it still is now.

How do you clean an Ercol dining table?

Spills should be wiped up as soon as possible. Occasionally wipe with a soft cloth, lightly moistened using a mild detergent solution. Dry the surface immediately using a soft, lint-free cloth. Furniture with a wax-polished surface should be regularly dusted with a soft cloth.

How do you date Ercol labels?

The blue label is not specific to a particular Ercol range, it is simply an indication of the date of manufacture. Very roughly, blue labels were used from 1954 to 1976 and the gold labels from 1977 to 1995.

Can ercol cushion covers be washed?

Q Can I machine wash the covers you make? We're pleased to say that we now have a good number of our upholstery fabrics that are machine washable. The remainder can be sponge cleaned 'in situ', or with a proprietary fabric cleaner, just as you would clean the fabric on non-Ercol furniture.

Is ercol a British brand?

Ercol is the name of a British furniture manufacturer. The firm dates back to 1920, when it was established in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, as Furniture Industries by Lucian Ercolani (1888–1976).

Who founded ercol furniture?

ercol History

ercol, was established 101 years ago in 1920 by Italian designer Lucian R Ercolani in High Wycombe, the centre of English furniture making. He was intent on designing and producing relevant and honest furniture, design and people were the cornerstones of his company from the very beginning.