How to choose a dining table: highlights
Before buying a dining table, you need to answer three questions:
- Will the size of the room allow for a large table?
- What is your purchasing budget?
- How many people do you plan to seat for it?
The answers to these questions will allow you to narrow your search. If you have a small kitchen and a family of only three people, then you need a table that is as compact as possible. If you are the owner of a kitchen-living room or a spacious kitchen where you plan to gather guests several times a year, then look towards a round extendable table. Those who have a large, spacious dining room and a hefty budget should consider a large wooden oval or rectangular dining table.
Table sizes: how to choose
To choose a table at which it will be comfortable for all family members to eat at the same time, and not in turn, keep in mind an important rule - one person needs to have a table 60 centimeters wide and 40 centimeters deep for a comfortable seating. It would be nice if there was also room for serving - place salad bowls or a common dish between the plates.
Thus, the minimum table width should be 80 centimeters. Choose the length depending on the number of people. For example, for four people: a meter by 80 centimeters is the ideal size for a dining table. Table dimensions of 2 meters per meter are suitable for a company of 8 people, and for 12 people a table length of over 3 meters will be required.
As for round tables, you need to look at its diameter. For 4 people, the diameter of the table should be at least 1 meter, 130 centimeters for 6 people, 150 for 8 people, and so on.
It is important not only to choose the size for the number of people, but also to take into account the area of the room and the presence of other furniture. It is important that the chair can be pushed back and you can sit comfortably, and not squeeze through to the table. Therefore, it is better to keep the distance from the table to the wall or other furniture at least 100 centimeters.
To save space, you can order a custom-sized dining table that fits perfectly into the geometry of the space. You can also move the table to a window or wall, especially if all family members eat at different times. And for family feasts, the table can be moved to the middle of the room.
Kitchen table sizes by person
The dimensions of the kitchen table (height, width, length) are the parameters that primarily concern the buyer when choosing this piece of furniture, which is necessary in every home. When manufacturing, manufacturers are guided by the average height of a person and the typical dimensions of a kitchen.
What is the standard size of a kitchen table?
The height of the kitchen table should be equal to half the person’s height plus 5 cm. If your height is very different from the standard, try to choose a set that is suitable for you, or order furniture that differs from the standard only in this parameter.
The state standard prescribes only the minimum dimensions for the seat. Therefore, furniture manufacturers indicate different sizes as standard.
As for the standard size of the kitchen table at which people dine, it depends on the number of seats. The height of such a piece of furniture will be slightly less than for cooking. For one person, at least 30 cm of depth and 50 cm of width are allocated. There should also be free space in the center where fruit vases, salad bowls, plates and other utensils are placed. Oval kitchen tables are measured by two parameters - length and width, and round ones are measured by one parameter - diameter, but the same standards apply to them.
Kitchen ergonomics
The dining corner should be placed so that it is convenient to move between the stove, refrigerator and sink, along the cook’s “working triangle”. If the kitchen is small, you might want to consider setting up a dining area in another room. If you use the cooking surface as a dining area, it will be convenient to choose bar stools that are suitable in height. Do not neglect ergonomics; the distance between the hands and the working surface is important for the health of the spine; the correct height is 15 cm from the bent elbow.
Manufacturers of kitchen furniture focus on standard kitchen sizes and people of average height, so it is not always easy to choose furniture that fits your home in size. But many companies make custom-made furniture that meets all client requirements.
Small table dimensions
The most compact would be a folding one, which is attached to the wall and is lowered only during meals. Another interesting option is a retractable tabletop, built into the kitchen unit and, when folded, masquerading as a drawer. This option is suitable for one person.
Kitchen furniture designed for two people has a minimum diameter of 75-80 cm, for four people the diameter is 100-110 cm. A square table for four people has a minimum size of 90 by 90 cm.
Choosing furniture for a spacious kitchen is not difficult; in this case, you should focus more on the interior style and financial capabilities. It is much more difficult to choose a suitable kitchen table for a small kitchen. For a family of one or two people, you can choose a corner model. A folding table-book when folded also takes up little space, but allows you to seat guests comfortably.
When determining the parameters of the furniture you need, it is important to consider the width of the aisles. It is convenient for a person of average height to eat while sitting at a distance of 30 cm from the edge. If the table is not leaning one edge against the wall, you will have to leave a distance between it and the wall - at least 80 cm, and better - 100 cm. Then the chairs will move freely, and people will be able to move comfortably around the kitchen. So that two people can separate in the aisle, the optimal width is 110-120 cm.
Round or square?
A round piece of furniture has only one parameter - diameter, unlike the width and depth of a standard rectangular piece; which table to choose depends not only on the size of the room, but also on other factors. For example, for families with small children it is better to choose round and oval, without corners. In a narrow space, even an adult can be injured by hitting a sharp corner. If the dining table is located near the aisle, you should prefer a round one to a square one. But a round or oval table has a smaller capacity.
For a small kitchen, a semicircular option is suitable, which can be easily placed close to the wall and save space. For a small family that often receives guests, a square folding table for the kitchen may be more convenient, and which one is better to choose can be decided based on the number of people dining.
It is important that this piece of furniture does not stand out from the style of the kitchen, so which table to choose also depends on the design of the chairs in your home. Chairs of any design are suitable for square products, but for a round table it is more appropriate to have the same ones and not too massive; it is advisable that they also have rounded corners.
Choosing a shape - rectangular and square dining table
The dimensions of the table are certainly important, but you should also carefully consider the choice of table shape. Square and rectangle are the most convenient because they take up less space. A small square table can be placed in a corner or against a wall, then it will free up space in the room, but it will still comfortably fit 2 people.
A rectangular table can be placed against the wall with a narrow or wide edge, thereby changing the amount of free space and the number of seats, which is very convenient when the need for both is constantly changing.
True, with small children such a table can be a dangerous threat - it is better to cover its sharp corners with special protective covers.
How much space does a person take up at the table? How much space do you need to eat?
Which table can accommodate more people? We calculate the required size of a round, square and rectangular table. We install it in one place or another in the room.
How many people will fit?
The number of seats depends not only on the size, but also on the shape of the dining table. A roomy model must have the correct geometric shape (square, rectangle, circle, oval). Moreover, a square and rectangular dining table is inferior in number of seats to round and oval ones with the same tabletop area. And this is not surprising, since a surface without right angles can be used more economically: people can make room, and one more person can always be seated at the table.
Irregularly shaped tables are bad because they take up more space than rectangular or round ones of the same area. Models in the form of daisies, blots, and asymmetrical ones visually seem more bulky. And, what is especially important, irregularly shaped dining tables are always designed for fewer seats than “regular” rectangular or round ones.
Along the wall or in the center of the room?
Before deciding to purchase, determine where the table will be installed. Here's what happens using the example of a rectangular model 80x120 cm: if you move the table against the wall with the long side, four people will sit at it; if you place the table perpendicular to the wall, five people will fit behind it; if you place the table in the center of the room - six.
No more than a dozen. We use large dining tables quite often in our projects. The number of guests that can be comfortably seated depends on the length of the table and the area of the dining room. On average, this is 8-10 people, with a maximum of 12. Models designed for a larger number of seats are good in a reception hall or during a wedding feast.
Let's remember mathematics. To find out the area of a round tabletop, you should check the diameter of the table, then divide it by two to get the radius. Square the radius and multiply it by 3.14 (pi). If you want to know how many people can fit at a round table, calculate its perimeter, that is, the circumference. We remind you that it is found using the formula 2πR, where R is the radius, π is the number pi. The resulting figure should be divided by 60 cm: this is how you calculate the number of seats at the round table.
How to calculate the size of a rectangular table?
It's simple. The area is calculated by simply multiplying the length of the table by its width. And the number of seats at a rectangular table is calculated based on the same principle: at least 60 cm in length and 40 cm in width should be allocated per seat. Otherwise, neighbors will embarrass each other, touching their elbows. If you plan to use the ends of a rectangular table as seats, then add at least another 10-20 centimeters to the length of the table when calculating.
based on materials
Before purchasing a dining table, you need to decide on the size and shape of the tabletop. It is also important to imagine how many guests the table will be designed for. For any furniture, including tables, there are proven standard sizes. Some key indicators are listed in this article.
Pay attention to several basic parameters on which the choice of table depends. 1. The area of the room where the product will be installed. 2. The number of guests you plan to place at the table. 3. The shape of the tabletop and the overall design of the table.
Dinner table.
The most strictly defined size is the height of the table. In some countries, a table height of 720 mm is allowed. up to 750 mm. . We have a standard dining table, most often 750-760 mm high. , kitchen ones can be 10-20 mm lower. .
A round table is most convenient for a small company. The interlocutors see all the guests at once, which creates a light, cozy atmosphere of communication. But the convenient size of the tabletop is not limitless. A round table, more than two meters in diameter, separates people. It becomes more difficult to shout to friends.
Round table top diameter:
For four people 900 mm. , with insert 1100 mm. . For four to six people 1100 mm. , with insert 1400 mm. . For six to eight people 1400 mm. , with insert 1800 mm. .
Oval table dimensions.
The dining table is not used every day in every home. In many families, such a need arises on special occasions, such as holidays, family celebrations, and anniversaries. Due to lack of space, we often choose folding or sliding tables. But if you choose a dining table for a small dining room or kitchen, then it is better to go with the oval option. One of the important advantages of this shape is the absence of sharp corners.
Oval tabletop unfolded:
For 4-6 people size 900/1400 mm. . Accommodation 6-8 people 900/1800 mm. . For 8-10 guests 900/2100 mm. .
As I already said, a round or oval shape of the tabletop seems more comfortable and cozy. But with an oval table, inconvenience may appear for people sitting exactly at the point of the curve. Cut corners reduce usable space. Therefore, if you want to use the table for as many people as possible, then you can consider buying a rectangular table.
For the dining table, select matching chairs. Stools are not appropriate here; chairs should have a high back and, if possible, a soft seat.
A large dining table, as a rule, is purchased with the prospect of using it for many years, so you should not save too much. Pay attention to classic-style tables made from precious wood, such as beech, oak, cherry, and walnut. A product made of chipboard, even well veneered, does not give a feeling of warmth; this is furniture for offices. This also includes products with glass tops. Of course, it may look impressive, but at a glass table you will never feel relaxed and calm.
They were renovating the apartment and miscalculated the dimensions of the kitchen. Therefore, next time we turned to an interior designer to create the interior. Here are some tips for those who want to create a comfortable interior project for the kitchen - this most important room in our homes.
How much space is needed for one person?
In order to calmly enjoy a three-course meal, everyone sitting at the table needs a space of 32x60 cm; in extreme cases, 55 cm is enough. The calculation is simple: space for cutlery (plates, forks-spoons, glasses-glasses) plus a little more for freedom of movement) - so as not to touch your neighbors with your elbows. Knowing these numbers, it is easy to calculate what size table you need. We remind you that we are talking about the most comfortable accommodation possible. If you want, of course you can always make room.
How much space do you need for six people?
This is exactly what a table with a length of 160 cm and a width of 80 cm is designed for. But if you put more compact chairs, without armrests, then 8 people can fast behind him.
How much space does a small company need?
The 110 cm long table is ideal for four. However, there is nowhere to put dishes and bottles. In this situation, you can’t do without an additional serving table.
Round table
A round table for six (110 cm in diameter) takes up less space than a rectangular one. All dishes located in the center are within reach, at an equal distance from all guests. Thus, it is obvious that the round table promotes communication and brings people together
Minimum table size
For a round table model, it is 75 cm in diameter (if you want to seat four people at the table). Those sitting can sit quite freely, but a serving table is required for food and drinks. Round tables give those sitting a little more freedom. In conclusion, we would like to remind you, do not forget that there should be approximately 40 cm behind each chair so that you can comfortably get up from the table.
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Dining table - round or oval
Perhaps the round table is the very symbol of family feasts and home comfort. Therefore, the choice of this particular form is preferable for the dining room. A round table is also good because it can comfortably accommodate more people than a square table of the same size.
However, there is a minus - a round table takes up more space, so it can only be placed in a spacious kitchen or dining room.
A round dining table can stand on 4 legs, but often such tables are made on one massive base. It can be carved or figured and serve a decorative function.
An oval table will be the ideal compromise for a spacious kitchen - it is as elegant and unusual as a round one, but has more usable space, like a rectangular one. It is also more suitable for a rectangular elongated room, as kitchens often are in typical houses. In them, as a rule, kitchen furniture is placed along one wall, and along the opposite wall there is an oval dining table, the dimensions of which leave free space and allow people to be seated comfortably.
Choosing table material
Modern dining tables are made from a variety of materials, but wooden dining tables have been and remain the most popular. They are beautiful, reliable, practical and durable. However, they are also expensive, and a table made of natural wood is inappropriate in a small kitchen. For it, you can choose a lighter and more budget-friendly option made from chipboard. Laminated tables made of this material are not afraid of moisture and are easy to clean.
Glass tables are also very popular. They look light and weightless - just what you need for small spaces. However, be prepared for careful cleaning - all smudges, crumbs and fingerprints are visible on the glass. In addition, you should always place a napkin or mat under the dishes so as not to create loud sounds and scratch the glass.
Folding, sliding and folding dining table - multifunctional options
Extendable tables are ideal for fairly spacious kitchens and dining rooms - when folded, it is a compact dining table that can accommodate up to 4 people, and to receive guests it can be extended up to 3 meters and accommodate up to 10 guests. Moreover, sliding tables can be of any shape - round or square, they can turn into rectangular or oval or retain their shape depending on the folding mechanism.
Folding tables are also very popular for small spaces. Thus, a square table can have one half of the tabletop folded down, making it accessible even for a child to increase or decrease it. You can look for a similar table with a round shape, then when you fold out one half you will get a semicircular tabletop, which is perfect for a very small but elegant kitchen.
You can also purchase a folding dining table, which is called a pencil case. These pencil cases fold completely and take up space about 50 centimeters wide. Such a table can be removed completely when not in use or placed against the wall and used as a decorative shelf.
How to make a tennis table with your own hands?
According to the Olympic standard, the rational dimensions of the table are 2740x1525 mm . It is better to install a table for playing ping-pong games permanently and carefully adjust it according to the level. The size of the table tennis table should have a height of 760 mm from the floor (ground).
Such a table will turn out to be quite large and a lot of space for it (taking into account the constant 1.5–2 m on all sides) is really needed. When building a table for children, for example, you can move smaller from the recommended dimensions, because it is not the final size of the tennis table that matters. Much more important than the ratio of the table is the ratio of width to length must be 5:9. In addition, the accuracy of the markings is of great importance. They are required to create a 20 mm wide perimeter edge, and also divide the table longitudinally into two parts using a 3 mm strip so that they can play in pairs. The color of the markings is snow-white or light, opposite the background of the table.
Selection of materials for making a tennis table with your own hands
In order for the table to be truly all-weather , the material used must be able to easily withstand both low temperatures and high humidity, heat, and also getting wet.
In this situation, only water-resistant laminated birch plywood can compete with plastic. It is preferable to use plywood, avoiding MDF or laminated chipboard. The thickness must be at least 16 mm, the color must be blue or greenish.
The overall dimensions of the table tennis tabletop based on the main material must be 2740 by 1520 mm . A single sheet for the entire tabletop is quite difficult to transport, so it is better to use two sheets of the usual size 1525 by 1525 mm as a base. You can order the cutting of the material used upon purchase, and you can also cut all the sheets yourself with a jigsaw or a circular saw to a size of 1370 by 1525 mm. To make the tabletop rigid and to connect the two halves, you will need a beam measuring 40 by 50 mm.
