Nicoya Round Outdoor Dining Table

Details at a Glance

When you're hosting dinners on a patio, the table needs to hold up to sun, rain, and humidity without rusting or fading after a single season. The Castelle Nicoya Round Outdoor Dining Table is a cast aluminum dining table with multi-stage powder coating and an integrated umbrella hole, available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. Three size options -- 50, 60, or 72 inches in diameter -- seat 4 to 8 people, and the single pedestal base maximizes legroom without corner supports to navigate.

Why Is Cast Aluminum the Best Material for Year-Round Outdoor Dining?

Cast aluminum is molten metal poured into molds, creating denser, heavier pieces that won't rust, corrode, or blow over in wind. The Nicoya goes through a multi-stage powder-coating process -- metal prep, primer, and topcoat -- that bonds color to the metal for UV and moisture resistance. This table is rated for all-weather outdoor use including coastal salt-air locations, so it won't pit or degrade the way bare metal or painted finishes do. Cast aluminum is also non-porous, which means it won't harbor mildew or moisture between freeze-thaw cycles.

Can You Leave This Outside Through Winter?

Yes -- powder-coated cast aluminum withstands year-round exposure without requiring covers or indoor storage. Snow, ice, and freezing rain won't crack or warp the material, and the finish holds its color through UV exposure and temperature swings. Wipe the surface clean in spring if debris has collected, but the table itself won't degrade from staying outside. If you're in a region with heavy snow loads, brush off accumulation to avoid weight stress on the umbrella cap, but the frame and finish stay intact.

Where Does This Work Best on a Patio?

Round tables eliminate corners, so they fit well in tight courtyard spaces or under pergolas where you need flexible seating arrangements. The single pedestal base means guests can pull up chairs from any angle without hitting table legs. Pair the Nicoya with outdoor dining tables in complementary sizes for larger gatherings, or use it as the anchor piece near outdoor bistro tables for overflow seating. The integrated umbrella hole lets you add shade coverage without a separate weighted base, which is useful on sunny decks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the powder-coat finish fade in direct sun?

Castelle's multi-stage powder-coating process bonds color to the metal through primer and topcoat layers, so the finish resists UV fade through years of sun exposure. The 5-year finish warranty covers outdoor use.

Is this table suitable for a coastal or salt-air location?

Yes -- cast aluminum is rated for coastal environments because it won't rust or corrode when exposed to salt air, and the powder-coat finish protects against pitting.

Does the table stay stable in wind?

Cast aluminum is heavier and denser than extruded or stamped aluminum, so the Nicoya won't blow over. The single pedestal base also lowers the center of gravity.

What size table seats 8 people?

The 72-inch diameter option comfortably seats 8 adults with elbow room. The 60-inch seats 6, and the 50-inch seats 4.

How much assembly is required?

Minimal -- the table top attaches to the pedestal base with provided hardware. Free curbside delivery is included; white-glove setup and assembly are available for an additional fee upon request.

Can you use an umbrella with this table?

Yes -- the 1.5-2 inch umbrella hole includes a removable cap, so you can add a patio umbrella without needing a separate weighted base.