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Dining Tables

Where the Meal
Takes Its Time

A dining table anchors the room, from the weeknight supper to the holiday feast. Choose a shape that suits the space and a length that suits the guest list.

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A Table Ready to Host

Quickship tables are in stock and ship sooner than made-to-order furniture, so the table for the holiday dinner can be waiting when the first guests arrive.

The Dining Table Guide

How to Choose a Dining Table

Shape follows the room, and length follows the guest list. Begin with the room you have, then choose the table that suits it.

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A square room

A round table or a square table mirrors the proportions of the room and lets everyone see one another. A single pedestal base leaves the most space for legs and chairs.

A long, narrow room

A rectangular table or an oval table follows the line of the room. An oval has no corners to catch, which helps where the walkway is tight.

An open plan

Let the table define its own zone. A generous top and a substantial base give the dining area presence beside a kitchen or living room, and a rug beneath marks its edges.

A frequent host

An expandable table keeps everyday proportions and extends when the guest list grows, so one table serves a quiet dinner and a full house.

A compact corner

Bistro and cafe tables are made for breakfast nooks and small kitchens, and a small round table is easy to move when the room changes.

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Finishing Touches for the Table

The Uniek Edit, our holiday gift guide, gathers considered ideas for the dining table and the people who gather around it.

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Questions

Dining Table FAQs

What size table fits my room?

Measure the room and subtract about six feet from both the width and the length. That leaves three feet of clearance on every side, and what remains is the largest table that will fit comfortably.

Should I choose a pedestal base or legs?

A pedestal or trestle base keeps the corners free, so more people can sit comfortably and chairs can be placed anywhere. A table with legs is sturdy and suits a rectangular top, though corner seats share space with a leg.

Which tabletop material suits everyday dining?

Solid wood is warm and can be refinished over the years. Stone looks substantial and resists heat, though polished marble can mark. Glass keeps a room feeling light. Trivets and coasters protect any surface.

How do extension tables work?

Some have a leaf stored inside the table that lifts into place. Others pull apart on rails so a leaf can be dropped in, and some include extra leaves stored separately. When comparing expandable tables, look at the closed and extended lengths and at where the leaf is stored.

Does a round table seat as many as a rectangular one?

A round table is the most sociable, but it uses space less efficiently as the group grows. Beyond about six people, a rectangular or oval table seats guests more comfortably.

What size rug goes under a dining table?

Let the rug extend about two feet beyond the table on every side, so the chairs stay on the rug when they are pulled out.

How high is a standard dining table?

Most dining tables stand about 29 to 30 inches high, a height that suits standard dining chairs. Taller counter-height tables suit an island or a casual setting and call for stools.

What if I am between two sizes?

Choose by comfort rather than capacity: a table a little smaller than the room allows is usually easier to live with than one that crowds the chairs. If you are right on the line, bring your room dimensions and guest count to Design Assistance.

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