Hot Pot Tables and Chairs: Material Selection and Care Essentials

When opening a hot pot restaurant, the selection of hot pot table and chairs not only affects the interior decoration style but also directly impacts customer dining experience, equipment durability, and long-term operating costs. Faced with a wide variety of materials and styles on the market, how to choose accurately? What details should be noted in daily use to extend their service life? This practical guide breaks it down for you.

I. Core Material Classification and Selection Points of Hot Pot Table and Chairs

1. Comparison of Tabletop Materials (Table 1)

2. Frame Structure Options (3 Main Types)

• Panel Frame: Affordable and lightweight, suitable for small stores, but load-bearing capacity is general; recommended to match lightweight tabletops
• Solid Wood Frame: Natural texture, strong load-bearing capacity, long service life (5-8 years), but needs moisture-proof treatment to avoid cracking in humid environments
• Steel-Wood Frame: Combines the stability of metal and the aesthetics of wood, wear-resistant and moisture-proof; currently the mainstream choice for hot pot restaurants with balanced cost-effectiveness

3. Panel Material Pitfall Avoidance Guide

The panel material of hot pot table and chairs directly affects durability. Common types include fireproof board, melamine board, solid wood, and density board with solid wood veneer. Among them, solid wood and fireproof board panels have the highest prices (market price around 300-800 yuan/set) but reliable quality; special attention: some merchants will pass density board with solid wood veneer off as pure solid wood products. Identification tip: check the edge texture of the panel—pure solid wood has continuous edge texture, while veneered materials may have broken texture.

II. Why Prefer Ceramic Hot Pot Table and Chairs?

Among various materials, ceramic hot pot table and chairs have become the first choice for hot pot restaurant owners in recent years, mainly for three reasons:

1. Suitable for high-frequency use: Hot pot restaurants have an average of 3-5 table turns per day; ceramic materials are scratch-resistant and high-temperature resistant, and not easy to deform even with long-term exposure to hot pot heat
2. High cleaning efficiency: Oil stains can be wiped off easily without special cleaning agents, reducing cleaning costs
3. Balanced aesthetics and practicality: Current ceramic tabletops support underglaze color, matte and other processes, and can be customized with store logos or featured patterns to fit the decoration style

III. Maintenance and Safe Use Tips for Hot Pot Table and Chairs

1. Key Points of Material Maintenance

• Wood Treatment: High-quality hot pot table and chairs use wood that has undergone professional secondary drying, with moisture content controlled at 8%-12%. Compared with ordinary air-dried wood (moisture content above 15%), its crack resistance is increased by 60%. You can ask the merchant for a drying test report when purchasing
• Paint Maintenance: The paint layer on all material tabletops is a key protective layer. When cleaning, use a soft cloth dipped in neutral detergent; avoid using scouring pads, steel wool or other hard objects, otherwise permanent scratches will be caused. If stubborn oil stains are accidentally 沾到，soak in warm water first before wiping

2. Safe Use of Induction Cookers

• Power Cord Requirements: Induction cookers usually have a power of 2100-2500W, and need to be matched with national standard copper core BV wire (2.5mm² specification recommended) that can withstand 15A current. Sockets and plugs should be 16A three-hole products with child safety doors to avoid overheating due to poor contact
• Unobstructed Air Vents: The temperature of the induction cooker can reach 60-80℃ during operation; ensure that the air inlet and outlet of the furnace body are not blocked, and no liquids or flammable items are stacked on the sides and bottom. If the built-in fan is found not rotating during operation, stop using it immediately and inspect and repair to prevent core burnout
• Additional Protection: It is recommended to install a C16 type fuse box at the socket, which will automatically cut off the power in case of overload, reducing potential safety hazards

IV. Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are steel-wood frame hot pot table and chairs more suitable for humid areas than solid wood ones?A: Yes. The metal part of the steel-wood frame has undergone anti-rust treatment, which is not easy to mold and deform in the humid environment in southern China. If the solid wood frame is not equipped with a good moisture-proof coating, it is prone to wood expansion and paint peeling.

Q: Are ceramic tabletop hot pot table and chairs easy to break during transportation?A: Currently, ceramic tabletops adopt double-layer buffer packaging + edge reinforcement design, and the breakage rate has been controlled within 0.5%. Merchants usually provide transportation breakage replacement services; you can confirm the terms in advance when purchasing.

Choosing the right hot pot table and chairs can not only improve customer dining comfort but also reduce later maintenance and replacement costs. From material adaptation to daily maintenance, mastering these details allows hot pot table and chairs to become a “plus item” rather than a “trouble” for hot pot restaurants.