Finding a decorative tray that combines function and visual interest can be challenging when your serving tray looks ordinary and your catchall tray lacks personality. The Chelsea House Royal Oak Raffa Made Blue Tray, designed by Jamie Merida, is an octagonal decorative accent tray available at LOOMLAN with free shipping. This serving tray features a textured dark grey surface in a sophisticated blue finish with contrasting gold rectangular handles, making it equally suitable as a coffee table tray or vanity tray.
Full Specifications
| Brand | Chelsea House |
|---|---|
| Designer | Jamie Merida |
| Dimensions (Small) | 16 W x 16 D x 3 H inches |
| Dimensions (Large) | 22 W x 22 D x 3 H inches |
| Weight | Small: 2 lbs; Large: 4 lbs |
| Shape | Octagonal |
| Color | Blue with dark grey textured surface |
| Handles | Gold rectangular |
What Is a Decorative Tray?
A decorative tray is a flat, elevated surface with raised edges or handles designed to organize, display, or serve items while adding aesthetic value to a space. Unlike purely functional serving trays, decorative trays balance utility with design, often featuring distinctive shapes, textures, or finishes that enhance coffee tables, ottomans, vanities, or entry consoles.
What You Get With the Chelsea House Royal Oak Raffa Made Blue Tray
- Octagonal Silhouette -- the geometric eight-sided shape differentiates this accent tray from standard rectangular or round options.
- Textured Grey Surface -- the dark grey textured finish in a blue colorway provides visual depth and conceals minor wear in high-use areas.
- Gold Rectangular Handles -- metallic handles create contrast against the dark surface while offering secure grip for transport.
- Jamie Merida Design -- this tray reflects the designer's modern aesthetic, balancing clean lines with luxe material touches.
- Two Size Options -- choose the 16-inch small format for vanities or side tables, or the 22-inch large format for coffee tables and ottomans.
How Do You Style a Coffee Table Tray?
Position the Royal Oak tray as a centering element on your coffee table or ottoman, then layer objects of varying heights -- a small vase, a coffee table book, and a candle create visual interest without clutter. The octagonal shape complements both table-top decorative trays and works alongside decorative objects to anchor your arrangement. For entry consoles or bar carts, pair this tray with items from LOOMLAN's accessories and home decor collection to create functional catchall zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What do you put on a decorative tray
- Common items include candles, small potted plants, coasters, remote controls, books, or seasonal decor elements that you want to group visually.
- What size tray should I use on an ottoman
- For the Royal Oak tray, use the 16-inch small version on ottomans under 30 inches wide, or the 22-inch large version on ottomans 36 inches or wider.
- How do you style a coffee table tray
- Group items in odd numbers (three or five objects), vary heights, and leave some negative space -- the textured surface of this tray provides a defined boundary that prevents arrangements from looking cluttered.
- What is the difference between a decorative tray and a serving tray
- Decorative trays prioritize aesthetic design and often remain on display when not in use, while serving trays focus on portability and spill-resistant features, though many trays like the Royal Oak serve both purposes.
- Can you use a decorative tray on an upholstered ottoman
- Yes, placing a tray on an upholstered ottoman creates a stable surface for drinks or decor and protects the fabric from spills or wear.
- What materials are decorative trays made from
- Decorative trays are commonly crafted from wood, metal, marble, rattan, lacquer, or composite materials -- this Chelsea House tray features sturdy construction with a textured finish and metal handles.
Trade & Commercial Specifications
The Chelsea House Royal Oak Raffa Made Blue Tray suits hospitality common areas, boutique hotel guest rooms, and high-end residential staging where an octagonal decorative tray adds geometric interest. Interior designers and commercial specifiers receive net trade pricing at login with no minimum order through the LOOMLAN Trade Program.
| Trade Pricing | Net trade pricing -- apply free |
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| Commercial Use | Suitable for hospitality and residential staging |
| Volume Orders | Project Concierge support for orders over $5,000 |
