Camping Folding Table

Characteristics of modern-day folding tables and chairs originated in medieval times, a period from the fall of 
the last Roman Emperor, in 476 AD, to the fall of Constantinople, in 1453.
Furniture makers deliberately built tables and chairs that could easily be disassembled and transported. So 
when harsh fighting erupted between nations, lords, and neighbors, families could grab their belongings 
and flee at a moment's notice. Most of the tables of this era collapsed rather than unfolded.
Bed and Board
Interestingly, the expression "bed and board " was coined in the Medieval era with the latter "board" 
referring to the main table used for dining. The "board" was just that - a portable trestle table that could 
easily be packed away when not in use and transported with ease. Folding chairs were popular amongst 
the medieval aristocracy since again they could be easily folded and carried when on the move. Styles 
were simple and practical. They were usually made of oak or other woods.
Folding tables have evolved through the centuries with the emergence of new technologies and designs. 
Today's tabletop options range from wood, particle board, and melamine, laminates, aluminum, plastic, 
and so forth. Table legs can be built with steel, aluminum, other metals, and plastic. So while the main 
use of folding tables has changed throughout history, the purpose remains the same - collapsible, 
easily storable, portable, and lightweight.