Outdoor Mud Table

A Compact and Durable Timber Table for Creative Outdoor Play, the Outdoor Mud Table by Anthony Peters is a high-quality, solid acacia hardwood table designed to support messy, sensory, and imaginative outdoor play. Its functional, curved design and small footprint make it an excellent addition to even the most compact outdoor learning spaces, while its natural aesthetics also allow it to fit seamlessly into indoor environments.

This table provides a dedicated workspace for a variety of loose parts, mud kitchen, and nature-based activities. Built to last, it is crafted from durable hardwood that will naturally weather over time to a beautiful silver-grey finish, enhancing its rustic charm without compromising its structural integrity.

This mud table is ideal for early years environments, encouraging hands-on exploration and collaborative play. It offers endless potential for STEM and dramatic play while blending beautifully with natural outdoor settings. Assembly is required, and regular care will help preserve its quality and appearance.

Educational Benefits:

• Encourages sensory exploration, role play, and outdoor creativity.
• Develops fine motor skills through pouring, mixing, and scooping.
• Supports early STEM concepts such as volume, measurement, and materials exploration.
• Promotes collaboration and social interaction in a shared play space.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use as part of a mud kitchen with pots, pans, herbs, and natural materials.
• Pair with buckets, bowls, or trays for water and sand investigations.
• Set up provocations with natural loose parts to explore texture and design.
• Combine with additional outdoor furniture to create a full sensory play station.

Care & Maintenance:

• Clean regularly with mild detergent and warm water; avoid high-pressure washers.
• Hose off dirt as needed, then rinse with fresh water.
• Optional: apply timber varnish periodically to maintain colour and finish.
• Expect natural weathering over 6-8 months, including greying, grain checking, and minor cracking.
• Cover when not in use for long periods for added protection.

Safety & Product Information:

• Ages: Suitable for 3+ years with supervision
• Dimensions: 90(W) x 49 (D) x 65(H)
• Material: Solid acacia hardwood timber
• Assembly: Required
• Movement: Do not drag; lift using safe procedures
• Weathering: Natural greying over time; does not affect structural integrity
• Suitable for: Indoor and outdoor use