What materials are used to make countertops?
A round table for the kitchen can be easily purchased at any furniture store or showroom. The main thing before purchasing is to think through and choose the right material for making the product. After all, the durability and reliability of the structure depends on it.
The most common and reliable materials:
- Solid wood. For many years, almost the entire range of furniture has been made from wood. And this is not surprising, because wood is the most durable and reliable material. The round wooden table is easy to clean, resistant to moisture and temperature changes. It is not afraid of high temperatures, but placing hot objects on the surface is not recommended. Furniture products fit perfectly into the kitchen interior. Round stools made of the same material will look harmonious with a table made of solid wood.
- Strained glass. Recently, glass products have become competitive in the market. In terms of sales over the past year, they have even surpassed wooden furniture. This consumer demand is explained by the variety of designs and stylish appearance. For small-sized kitchens, they are simply not a replacement, as they visually expand the space and make the room brighter. Many people believe that glass is a fragile material, but furniture is made from tempered glass, which is almost as strong as wood.
- Veneered and laminated MDF and chipboard. Cost-effective options that are similar in properties and appearance to wood. Naturally, their strength in rads is less. Veneered products are almost identical to wooden products; a person without experience will not be able to distinguish between them. Chipboard and MDF are painted wood shavings, which are 16mm sheets for making furniture. Laminated products come in a variety of colors and designs. They are suitable for furnishing a kitchen in a minimalist or art deco style. These options are practical to use and succinctly fit into the overall style of the kitchen. Due to the price and relatively reliable quality, they are often bought by residents of the country.
- Natural and artificial stone. Their main difference is the weight of the structure. Tables made of natural stone are many times heavier. In general, stone products are not practical for the kitchen; they can react to temperature, and some even absorb grease and dirt. If you really want such a dining table for your kitchen, then it is better to opt for artificial stone. It is lighter and cheaper, and practically does not react to external factors.
Features of round dining surfaces are their spaciousness. They do not have sharp corners, so guests can be seated around the entire perimeter of the product.
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How to choose the color and design of the kitchen table?
Modern stores have a wide range of round tables, so it’s difficult to make a choice. To help you, we will consider the main color and design solutions of products.
Based on design and shape, countertops are classified into:
- round. The kitchen table is round, a beautiful and aesthetic option that allows you to rationally use all the free space. It will look good in a square kitchen of any size;
- oval. More spacious kitchen tables are oval. They look sophisticated and sophisticated. There are transformer models that transform from round ones into large oval tabletops.
- semicircular. Convenient and practical products suitable for small kitchens. Semicircular kitchen tables are placed near a wall or window sill, thereby saving space.
A dining piece of furniture consists of a tabletop, frame and supports (legs). First of all, the dining table must be stable. This can be ensured by high-quality and durable legs. Tables on one leg look neat and presentable. There are product designs with original rattan or metal supports. Metal or chrome legs look good with a glass tabletop.
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Dimensions
The tabletop, at which people dine and receive guests, has a standard length, width and height. When choosing furniture, the first thing you need to do is calculate how many people the table will seat. To the number of people living at home, you need to add two more places for guests. This is exactly the final indicator. Apartment owners who love large companies need to know about this.
Interesting fact: the comfort zone of any person is within sixty centimeters. A kitchen table for three people, based on these calculations, will have a perimeter of 300 centimeters.
If the tabletop on one leg will be located near the wall, then its dimensions should be even larger. The width (if rectangular) must be at least 70 centimeters to fit a person. The length required is already more than 130 centimeters. Standard models assume a height of 75 centimeters and above (this is closer to the average human height).
Important: tall people need a table at least 80 cm in height. This will not cause discomfort to a person of average height, but on the contrary will allow him to feel freer.
Capacity of oval and round models
Round tables are made more compact in size due to the inconvenience during meals. After all, the radius of the surface should not exceed the distance between the outstretched arm of the person sitting and the edge of the tabletop. Therefore, such models can accommodate no more than 5 people.
Oval products are suitable for receiving guests; even the smallest models can accommodate 5-6 people.
If the owner wants a compact piece of furniture, but he is used to gathering a large number of guests, there is a suitable transformer model or a wooden sliding table. Such designs turn a round table into a large oval table using an additional surface that is inserted between the main tabletop. The main thing is to check the mechanism before purchasing; it should transform quickly and easily.
You have no restrictions on the color range. Dining areas can be white, black or even multi-colored. It all depends on the buyer's wishes. But the main thing is that the color and model of the product matches the style of the interior. The right combination of colors and materials will give a kitchen with a round table a unique and aesthetic look.
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Advantages
Sliding round tables with one support have many advantages over their furniture counterparts:
- Durable design does not take up much space in a small room.
- The small kitchen table can be extended during lunch; it unfolds smoothly and easily.
- The minimum number of supports does not hinder the movement of the legs and gives a feeling of spaciousness and comfort to those sitting at the table.
- A round table on one leg turns into an oval table using a sliding mechanism.
- Elegance, aesthetic appearance.
The models on one support look fragile, the atmosphere of the room remains light and relaxed.
- You can do it yourself.
Simple models of round tabletops are made independently by experienced carpenters and beginners.
It is important to remember that kitchen furniture will last longer if it is made of high-quality material. It is this factor that you should pay special attention to when choosing.
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Is it possible to buy an oval or round table to decorate a small kitchen?
Round or oval? A constant question asked by customers. As for small rooms, the oval shape of the table is a more suitable option for a small kitchen. A round table in a kitchen interior should generally be placed in the center, and this creates discomfort and inconvenience. The only option is a folding or sliding version, which either increases in size if necessary, or unfolds only during meals.
A table with an oval shape will be an ideal solution for 6-8 people.
It can be placed under the wall, and when receiving guests it can be moved to the center. Many modern residents have begun to switch to more original and beautiful products for furnishing a small kitchen. Such products are tables of oval and round shapes. [/vc[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]>
Types of tables - pros and cons
First, let's look at all the existing types of kitchen tables (namely tables, not countertops) to compare the characteristics that triangular kitchen tables have.
Table and soft corner - a triangular shape in this case fits into the space much more appropriately than a square table
Round table
- Smooth lines always symbolize harmony in the home. Such tables unite everyone sitting and set them up for positive emotions.
- The absence of sharp corners, which can harm us for two reasons. Firstly, corners can become sources of injury and painful bruises. Secondly, the corners violate the integrity of the people sitting at the table.
- A stable structure that is extremely difficult to turn over or topple.
The disadvantage of this form is the inability to place a round table in a small space. It is simply impossible to move it tightly against the wall to clear the passage.
Note! A solution to the problem could be a folding option, when half of the table is in a vertical position.
Square table
- The square shape is strict and functional. No blurry lines, only clear boundaries of the dining and working areas.
- Easily fits into small spaces where it is necessary to maximize the passage space.
The negative side is the same angles that we already wrote about earlier. They are the ones who can harm your child, and you too, especially in the dark. And for small-sized apartments, a kitchen table-window sill would be a good option.
Rectangular shapes are just as relevant as square ones - they are even easier to place in the kitchen
Triangular table
- Stylish and beautiful. This product looks unusual in the interior. Depending on its size, it can fit into any room, be it large or small.
- No sharp corners - the front side has a rounded shape, which reduces the likelihood of injury to a minimum.
But there is also a minus - triangular kitchen tables are suitable for two or three family members; they are not suitable for entertaining guests. Therefore, if you have a large family, then you should look for something more suitable for yourself.
A compact piece of furniture that has smooth lines and at the same time has clear contours
