The table serves as the heart of your house – the place where the family and friends gather. At the table, we eat everyday meals, meet for the Christmas dinner, talk, laugh and play. Sometimes, it becomes our home office or a spot to jointly do the homework. In the evening, the table changes into space perfect for jigsaw puzzles and board games. This is where children create their imaginary fortresses and hiding places, where memories come into being. It is an important element of every house.

It is something more than just a wooden object. That is why it is good to know what table will be perfect for your dining room.

Choosing the dining table. What is important?

The table is a practical piece of furniture that should serve its purpose well. That is why, apart from our preferences as to the shape and color, there are very important general rules that one needs to take into consideration to comfortably use their table. Before we make the purchase, we should determine the size of the table to match the floor space and the number of people who will use it.

  • Each user of the table should have at least 60 cm of length of the table top to feel comfortable.
  • In order to freely use the table, you need minimum 100 cm of free space from each of its edges.
  • When the chair is not pulled up, it should not touch the wall or interfere with the foot traffic since this aspect also required additional space.

Size of the dining table – how to make it fit your interior

For seamless use, every piece of furniture requires space. What about tables? How much space do you need for your table?

In order to use it conveniently, you need:

  • In case of an 80×80 cm table for two people – space of at least 180×280 cm
  • In case of a round table for 4 people and with a diameter of 100 cm – space of 300×300 cm
  • In case of a standard 160×80 cm table for 6 people – space of 360×280 cm
  • In case of a large 240×100 cm table for 10 people – space of 440×300 cm

Small dining table

If we already know the amount of space we need, it is easier for us to make the decision.
For a small apartment, a small square or round table for two to four people will be a perfect choice. A round, wooden table will easily match the interior while its unique top will serve as a beautiful decoration. Such piece of furniture is a brilliant option for a couple or a 2+2 family – it occupies less space and will be large enough for everybody.

Large dining table

A table for six people can be considered in case of larger rooms. It will use 6 m2 of space, bearing in mind use of chairs. A standard size table will be great for everyday purposes and family gatherings.

A large table for 8 – 12 people should be about 2 meters long. Such a table requires proper space in order to ensure comfort to all the users. Eye-catching and glamorous look is a great advantage of such interiors. Such an idea is worth considering when in case of spacious areas.

To sum up, when choosing a table, it is important to choose its appropriate size in relation to the size of the room and to ensure comfortable use of the table for users. An important element is the quality and durability of the furniture as well as its appearance, so that it can decorate the home and impress guests.