This table have been naturally drying for 4 years. I turned it every month so there would be no warping and hand leveled it. My goal for my tables like this is make sure every time you see this table in your home, boardroom or office and or hotel, that you are such a happy owner. When you own this, I want you to know that I handled this with so much care. Each table is used with the best oil wax that is organically made and is food safe. It is also water or liquid safe. So if you spill water or wine it will just bubble up and never penetrate the wood. Table bases is up to the owner. You can just buy the slab or we can custom make brass, metal, stone or wood bases for you. We think this table would be great for a reception desk; console; or retail store.