Your dining table is likely to be a permanent item in your home for five to ten years. When you’re keeping something this long, you need to make the right choice and get a dining table that will work with your space and provide you with all of the things you need from a table. Here are some steps for choosing the right dining table.
Find a space for your table
There might be lots of spots in your home where you can place a dining table; finding the right location is critical before you start searching for your dining table. If you have a dedicated dining room, it might be easy to decide. Alternatively, you might have space in your kitchen or an open-plan living area where you can place your dining table in a number of spots. Arrange your furniture and choose the location for your new table before you do anything else.
Measure the space
Now you know where you’re putting your dining table. It’s important that you measure the space you have available. You need to ensure that there is enough room to move around the table and use it comfortably. If you have restricted space, an extendable dining table could be a good idea. If you’re planning to buy this type of table, you need to take several more measurements, firstly the size of the space when the table is at its smallest. Secondly, the amount of space you have to extend the table. These measurements need to be accurate; otherwise, you could end up with a table that’s too large for your space or one that’s too small for your needs.
Decide on the shape of your table
You have several options when it comes to the shape of your table; square, rectangular, circle and oval are the basic shapes you can buy in most furniture stores. Circular dining tables work well in small spaces and homes with children as the edges pose less of a risk. Rectangular tables work well for larger rooms that are also rectangular. Square tables are good for smaller, square rooms where one side needs to be pushed up against the wall to save space when the table isn’t in use. The shape will also change how many people can use the table. Large dining tables tend to be rectangular or oval, and smaller tables tend to be circular or square.
Table colour
The colour you choose for your table needs to be practical and match your current home decoration. As tables are items that people tend to hold on to for many years, it’s also a good idea to choose a colour that will work with many colours and styles, so if you decorate, you don’t need to replace the table. Brown, black and white are classic colours that work with almost any room decoration. However, white might show up more marks and damage over wood, so consider how the table will be used before choosing the colour. You can paint your table in the future if you do fall out of love with the colour, so don’t discount alternative colours completely.
Quality and budget
There are many options for dining table material; some are much better quality than others, but you will pay more for a more expensive table. You need to decide whether you want to invest more money and buy a stronger, sturdier table that’s likely to last longer or choose a cheaper table that you may need to replace in a few years. Ideally, you should always go for quality, but this might not be possible in your current circumstances. Whatever table you choose, make sure you read the reviews to see other people’s experiences of the table; this can help you make the right choice.
Buying a dining table is a big decision, but with the tips above, you can select something suitable for your needs and a table you can keep for many years to come. If nothing else, make sure you measure your space to avoid buying a table that’s too large or too small. If you need more inspiration, take a look at these dining table trends.
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