The Jil Table is a cult classic. A timeless design transcendent of fads, Jak & Jil’s wireframe structure delivers graceful form and a fine-lined profile. Designed by Justin Hutchinson for Tait, this cohesive collection incorporates dining and bar compositions, occasional tables and a variety of seating options.
Perfect for home, hospitality, work – inside and out – mix and match finishes from a wide range of durable, powder coat colours and top options.
The Jak seating ensemble has graceful form, fine-lined profiles and stylishly tilted backrests. Jil Tables are elegant outside and in and take shape in Dining Table, Bar Table, Coffee and Side Table formats that can pair with a range of tops.
The Jak & Jil Collection is manufactured with mild steel and the Jak seat pad, incorporating premium exterior-grade foam and upholstered in a selection of luxurious outdoor fabrics, softens the raw materiality of the collection, providing superior comfort.
The Jak & Jil Collection is revered by architects and designers alike for its ability to speak to a range of residential and commercial contexts along with the assurance of genuine local manufacture using sustainable methodologies, quality craftsmanship supported with a manufacturer guarantee and product longevity.
Spanning commercial to residential and hospitality to corporate applications, each piece in this comprehensive collection is designed for outdoor use, though is equally at home indoors.
See Tait’s Table & Seating Guide for an indication of how many seats may fit this table.
BASALT TEXTURED
SHALE GREY TEXTURED
MOUNTAIN BLUE TEXTURED
BANKSIA LEAF TEXTURED
BLACK TEXTURED
BURGUNDY CLAY TEXTURED
CORE TEN TEXTURED
DEEP OCEAN TEXTURED
HEADLAND TEXTURED
JASPER TEXTURED
MONUMENT TEXTURED
OCHRE TEXTURED
PALE EUCALYPT TEXTURED
PAPERBARK TEXTURED
SURFMIST TEXTURED
TEAL SEA TEXTURED
WHITE TEXTURED
WOODLAND GREY TEXTURED
SMOKE BLUE
BLACK ACE
DARK BRONZE
MONUMENT
PALE EUCALYPT
PAPERBARK SATIN
SURFMIST SATIN
WHITE SATIN
WOODLAND GREY
BEECH COMPACT LAMINATE
BLACK COMPACT LAMINATE
CEDAR COMPACT LAMINATE
CHARCOAL COMPACT LAMINATE
LIMED COMPACT LAMINATE
SILVER GREY COMPACT LAMINATE
WEATHERED COMPACT LAMINATE
WHITE COMPACT LAMINATE
Jak & Jil Setting pictured in ‘Jasper’ textured powder coat, Jak Seat Pad in Westbury Madagascar ‘Granite’ outdoor fabric.
Jak & Jil Setting 1400ø pictured in ‘Burgundy Clay’ textured powder coat and Beech compact laminate, Jak Seat Pad in Maharam Sendal ‘Rosefinch’ outdoor fabric.
Jil Table in ‘Jasper’ textured powder coat.
Jak & Jil Setting Pictured in Headland Textured Powder Coat. (ø600) Table with Spun Metal Top.
Justin Hutchinson is a Melbourne-based industrial designer, lecturer and urban innovator who is a firm believer in the positive value of design.
Justin’s experience with outdoor products and environmental design sparked his research into the duality between the manufactured and the natural environment — designing for longevity and ultimately trying to forge a way for the man-made to co-exist with the natural environment. As Design Director of Urban Commons, a cross-disciplinary design consultancy committed to reviving the spirit of the commons in our urban spaces, he strives for considered urban solutions to high density living through technological and social innovation.
At Tait, we make products for life. Our products are crafted from high-performance materials designed to withstand the elements across our diverse Australian climate zones. We make design decisions with both form and function in mind, combining timeless and cutting-edge designs with beautiful finishes in order to elevate your outdoor (or indoor) experience.
Our collections are handcrafted from weather-resistant materials, making each piece a durable choice. In order to maintain their look and feel over time, Tait items need ongoing care and maintenance. The frequency of maintenance will vary depending on the level of care you want to provide, your personal standards and requirements as well as the environment within which the product lives.
Please refer to the care instructions relevant to the specific materials and finishes of your product, and take note of the warranty details to understand the parameters.
We finish making our products by hand, and know they can live a long and useful life when equally cared for in your hands. For those rare occasions where it’s needed, we offer a 5-year structural warranty (Australia only), made possible by the stringent quality control standards within our factory on Wurundjeri Land in Thomastown, Victoria.
The warranty does not cover:
Wash regularly with warm soapy water and mild detergent using a soft cloth. For commercial, industrial or marine environments we recommend monthly maintenance. Always rinse well with water, to remove any remaining detergent.
Avoid steam cleaning, pressure washing, abrasive cleansers, steel brushes/wools and cleaners containing chlorine. Avoid scratching the surface by dry dusting. Never use strong solvents to clean powder coated surfaces. Aggressive solvents such as turpentine, white spirits, thinners, citrus based cleaners, Spray and Wipe, and other aggressive solvents are harmful to the extended life of the powder coated surface. Do not allow detritus, organic or man-made matter to settle on the product surface. We recommend removing any buildup of mineral deposits leaching from soils and fertilisers, should it occur on Tait’s planters.
Rough treatment of powder-coated furniture can result in chipping of the coated surface; this is not covered under warranty.
Most Tait products come with protective fittings – stacking glides, bumpers, socks/feet and glides. These aid in protection against chipping and scratching. Powder coated chairs are designed to be set in place gently.
Touch-up paint may be purchased on request. It is advisable to repair minor nicks and scratches as soon as they appear.
When placing a furniture cover over a table for an extended period of time, it is recommended to first place an empty plastic pot plant in the centre of the table, then placing the furniture cover over the top. This will prevent the possibility of the furniture cover adhering to the table surface.
Should you wish to touch up any blemishes which may occur, please contact your nearest Tait showroom and request a Powder Coat Touch Up Kit. Please follow our Powder Coat Touch Up Guide (available under ‘Dimensions and Specs – Download Assets’ on the product page) for application details.
Powder coat is a decorative finish for indoor and outdoor use. While it assists with metal protection, it is not a corrosion protection in its own right. The components of Tait powder coated products are produced in either aluminium, stainless steel or mild steel.
The mild steel base materials are treated with two levels of pre-protection that guard against corrosion. The products are then powder coated to make the surface resistant to corrosion and suitable for use in exterior environments.
Minor corrosion spots at the weld joins – under table tops, bases and seat frames, may be evident on mild steel products. These do not affect the structural integrity of the product and are not covered by the Tait warranty.
Whilst every care is taken to provide the most suitable finish according to the use and the environment the product will be subjected to, Tait cannot guarantee this decorative finish against scratching, scuffing, chipping, fading or corrosion as a result of use in harsh seafront, extreme or environments where chlorine is present.
Tait offer a range of powder coat colours which offer excellent UV stability and are suitable for use in outdoor applications. Whilst powder coat offers excellent colour retention, natural fading is not covered under the Tait warranty. To ensure longevity of this finish please refer to the care and maintenance.
The warranty does not cover any occurrence of detritus, organic or man-made matter settling on the product surface. The warranty also excludes buildup of mineral deposits leaching from soils and fertilisers, should it occur on the surface of Tait’s planters. Nor does this warranty cover any product corrosion directly caused by aforementioned matter.
Tait assume no responsibility for product damage caused by the use of furniture covers.
Hot-dip galvanising a mild steel frame provides an extra layer of protection from corrosion. We offer a galvanised finish on some of our steel products specified for use in extreme environmental conditions, or for those seeking an industrial aesthetic.
For the technically inclined and detail-oriented, here are some fun facts about a galvanised steel finish:
-It has a protective zinc coating which gives a sacrificial layer that inhibits corrosion of the base metal
-Tait uses the hot-dip galvanizing method whereby each piece is submerged in a bath of molten hot zinc
-It is very low-maintenance
-It’s the Real McCoy of industrial finishes and so surface irregularities, such as small bumps and surface coarseness will be apparent but is all part of the appeal
-It is bright silver when new and will gently dull over time. But don’t we all…
We offer a hot-dip galvanised finish on the following collections:
-Jak & Jil, Flint Collection , Kink Collection, Stripe Stool
No specific maintenance is required; however, we recommend washing your galvanised products with water and a soft brush every six months to remove dirt and debris build-up.
Careless handling, treatment or misuse of our products can result in damage and is not covered under our manufacturer’s warranty.
Galvanised steel is an industrial finish which offers superior corrosion protection. Surface irregularities, such as small bumps and surface coarseness may be apparent and are characteristic of the finish. Whilst care is taken to remove these irregularities where possible, they are a result of the galvanising process and are not covered under warranty.
Tait use FunderMax exterior high-pressure laminates (HPL) which offer extremely effective durability in outdoor and high-use (commercial) applications. Exceptionally hard-wearing, these products are:
-scratch resistant (not scratch-proof)
-easy to clean-solvent resistant
-extremely weather resistant
-impact resistant
-offer optimal UV light fastness.
COMPACT LAMINATE CONSTRUCTION
Compact laminate is constructed with layers of paper, dipped in resin and cured. These layers are then sandwiched between the laminated top and bottom sheets and compressed. A process called polymerisation melds them all together creating a solid-core panel that is an extra tough durable laminate.
CARING FOR YOUR COMPACT LAMINATE
DO:
-Dust with a soft, dry (we prefer microfibre) cloth
-Wipe up spills using a damp (we still prefer microfibre) cloth
-For persistent stains use hot water and household detergent, then remove with clean water or window cleaning agent
-Repeat several times if necessary
-Rub surface dry with an absorbent clean cloth (we prefer paper towel) to prevent streaks or smears
DO NOT:
-Use steel wool, metallic scrapers or strong solvents to clean
Careless handling, treatment or misuse of our products can result in damage and is not covered under our manufacturer’s warranty. Dark colours will show marks and scratches more easily.
FunderMax high-pressure laminates are extremely effective and particularly suitable for outdoor applications. The product has been chosen for its high weather resistance, optimal light-fastness and scratch resistance.
The laminate is not scratch-proof, with small nicks and scratches deemed general wear and tear. Small marks from the manufacturer’s processing may be evident. These are deemed acceptable and are not covered by Tait warranty.
Please refer to the compact laminate section of the care and maintenance instructions.
All compact laminates are bound by the warranty of the manufacturer. Tait provides no warranty direct or indirect, implied or referred.
Please Note: Tait’s glass option was discontinued from all Tait products on 1.6.2020. Please see recommendations below should you own an existing Tait product with glass table top.
Although our laminated glass [AS4669] is much more durable than normal glass, it is not unbreakable and should be treated with the same care as normal glass.
DO:
-Remove spills and stains with warm water, mild soap solution and a soft non-abrasive cloth
-Polish using either plain water and a micro-fibre cloth or a commercial glass cleaner
DO NOT:
-Sit or stand on the glass
-Drop objects onto the glass
-Drag sharp or coarse objects across the glass top
-Drag your glass-topped table
Careless handling, treatment or misuse of our products can result in damage and is not covered under our manufacturer’s warranty.
Tait glass-topped tables use laminated glass, suitable for furniture applications as per the Australian Standard 4669. Glass is not guaranteed against scratching and chipping and this is not covered by the Tait warranty.
Tait provides no warranty direct or indirect, implied or referred.
