Folding table?

[Jagged77]

Anyone use a folding table or similar for their butchery? I wondering if I can utilise a covered outdoor area for doing my meat prep - it’s where the deer fridge is and a lot cooler this time of year than the kitchen.

I’d want something I could store when not in use but hygienic and practical for the job. Also ideally worktop height - 90cm. I also considered a stainless catering work top but that would be a little more permanent and take up space.

I’ve seen various types on Amazon etc but wondered if there were any recommendations?

 

[J9Ned]

At my old house I had a 6x3 stainless work top attached to hinges along its long side which were bolted to the wall. When not in use it swung up and a hook retained it flush to the wall. The legs weren't attached - just put in place in the round sockets beneath the work top when lowered down. Cost me about £50, took up no space and was very sturdy.

 

[tozzybum]

Got a stainless work top on top of a wooden one I made to sit on my chest freezer.
For extra hygiene I use disposable table cloths ,sterile wipe down before use.
And just fold up at the end to contain mess then into a rubble sack .

 

[jb1]

Have a look for damaged oak worktops, or laminate worktops. They crop up at DIY centre's now and again.

 

[sh1kar]

years ago I used to use a white plastic patio table. Hosed down and sterilised after use, pop out the 4 legs and store against wall. Need a wooden block or breadboard to cut on. Served well before I moved 15 years ago and built a larder

 

[Jagged77]

Thanks for the suggestions. Another member has put me onto Zown folding tables - they do an adjustable height version which is useful as I’m 6,4… Might be an option - 10 year warranty and suitable for indoors and outdoors.

Zown Folding Height Adjustable Table

A compact, lightweight table that folds for storage. Ideal for portable study tables in schools.

www.tts-group.co.uk

 

[Camelfarm]

Thanks for the suggestions. Another member has put me onto Zown folding tables - they do an adjustable height version which is useful as I’m 6,4… Might be an option - 10 year warranty and suitable for indoors and outdoors.

Zown Folding Height Adjustable Table

A compact, lightweight table that folds for storage. Ideal for portable study tables in schools.

www.tts-group.co.uk

I have one of those and have used it a few times. Needs a really good scrub afterwards as the surface holds bits but fine for home butchering. I have a large beech slab for cutting on that goes on whatever table I'm using

 

[Jagged77]

I have one of those and have used it a few times. Needs a really good scrub afterwards as the surface holds bits but fine for home butchering. I have a large beech slab for cutting on that goes on whatever table I'm using

Good to know, thanks! Got to be an improvement on monopolising the kitchen…

 

[weblyish]

I have one of those and have used it a few times. Needs a really good scrub afterwards as the surface holds bits but fine for home butchering. I have a large beech slab for cutting on that goes on whatever table I'm using

These are decent tables and will take the weight without being wobbly but as mentioned hold stains and grime awfully n the bobbly surface - they are jet washable etc so can be properly cleaned but look grimy always

Gopak do an alternative which is pretty good but not height adjustable and you will really regret that if you are tall

 

[Jagged77]

These are decent tables and will take the weight without being wobbly but as mentioned hold stains and grime awfully n the bobbly surface - they are jet washable etc so can be properly cleaned but look grimy always

Gopak do an alternative which is pretty good but not height adjustable and you will really regret that if you are tall

As mentioned above maybe a disposable table cloth might be the way to go. I suppose as long as I can get it clean and hygienic I don’t mind some stains - certainly if the trade off is the height!

 

[sikasako]

A folding table from a caravan might suit your needs.
Could always cover it with a plastic table cloth.

 

[VSS]

As mentioned above maybe a disposable table cloth might be the way to go. I suppose as long as I can get it clean and hygienic I don’t mind some stains - certainly if the trade off is the height!

There's no need to get the table messy.
Use a cutting board on the table to work on, and bowls / trays to put the different cuts of meat into as you go.
The table is just to give you the necessary height and space.

 

[lochty]

Black and decker workmate, or similar. Use wet wall on the top for a hygienic surface.

 

[Jagged77]

There's no need to get the table messy.
Use a cutting board on the table to work on, and bowls / trays to put the different cuts of meat into as you go.
The table is just to give you the necessary height and space.

Yes, you are right. Though sometimes it’s easier to lay the carcass on the table and break up into the various joints. I then do all my cutting on a large board and then using stainless bowls and trays as I go. I have jointed a carcass down whilst suspended before which is not a bad way of doing it.

 

[VSS]

Yes, you are right. Though sometimes it’s easier to lay the carcass on the table and break up into the various joints. I then do all my cutting on a large board and then using stainless bowls and trays as I go. I have jointed a carcass down whilst suspended before which is not a bad way of doing it.

Breaking down while suspended is definitely the way to go, particularly if worktop space is limited.

 

[SimpleSimon]

I've got something like this

Butchers Poly Top Chopping Board 1" Dark Red

High Density Polyethylene professional butchers chopping board.500 grade high density polyethylene (HDP) Ideal for high frequency usage, extremely durable and reliableA perfectly smooth, even and consistent butcher’s surfaceNon-absorbent to liquids and odours and therefore do not harbour...

www.butchersequipment.co.uk

Which I either put in the kitchen on top of a basic folding camping table, or else outside on a picnic type table in the garden.

 

[Krabryn]

I have a folding galvanized steel table bought from Germany I think about 10 years ago. I used it many times to butcher roe deer.
I can send photos if interested.

 

[Jagged77]

I ended up buying the Zown adjustable height table. It’s a little wobbly but sturdy enough, folds flat and is high enough to work on comfortably for a taller person. I’m quite pleased with it for the money.

 

[Greenmist]

Black and decker workmate, or similar. Use wet wall on the top for a hygienic surface.

+1, I cover the original tops and the carcass sits nicely in the gap

 

[Krabryn]

I have a folding galvanized steel table bought from Germany I think about 10 years ago. I used it many times to butcher roe deer.
I can send photos if interested.

I just found all the relevant documentation for this folding table.
See For Sale Accessories if interested
thanks K