The Right Formal Dining Table for You

Formal dining is a common tradition across the country with many households offering both a formal and informal dining space. Designing a formal dining space, which is not usually used as often, can be difficult. Here are a few key things to consider when choosing the right formal dining table for your space:

Choose the Right Size

Like all furniture, dining room furniture comes in wide range of sizes. Be sure that the table you choose is sized appropriately for your space. Before choosing your dining room table you must first measure your dining room. When calculating the size of table you want you will need to include room around the table for walking and pulling out chairs. Experts suggest leaving at least 48 inches between the edge of the table and the wall or closest piece of furniture.

The number of people you intend seating at your formal dining room table will certainly contribute to the size of table you choose. If you plan on only entertaining close friends and immediate family, then a small table will probably work for you. Seating four or five people around a large dining room table can feel impersonal. If you plan on hosting large dinners then a large formal dining drop-leaf table with extra leaves will do the trick, allowing you to make the table smaller or larger as you see fit. To comfortably seat your guests, choose a table that gives each diner at least 24 inches of space.

Find the Right Shape and Style

The two main types of dining tables are rectangular and round. Both have their advantages and disadvantages including capacity, ambiance, and the table's ability to fill the space. Round dining tables are considered more intimate because there is no head of the table. Round tables seat guests more comfortably and encourage conversations. Rectangular tables can add a sense of tradition and formality to any dining space.

There are also many different styles of dining table incorporating a variety of materials like light woods, dark woods, glass and metal. Consider these finishes carefully as they will certainly set the tone of your dining room. Metal and glass tables, for example, are more modern in style than traditional wood, which will add warmth and elegance to a space.

OC Furniture Formal Dining Tables

OC Furniture is excited to offer a large selection of formal dining room tables (http://www.ocfurniture.com/dining-sets/) and dining sets. Our dining room tables come in a variety of shapes, sizes and finishes including modern glass top tables and traditional mahogany tables with leaves. No matter the type of formal dining space you are creating, OC Furniture has the right table for you!

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