{"id":3003,"date":"2021-09-28T16:36:40","date_gmt":"2021-09-28T15:36:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/?p=3003"},"modified":"2025-04-03T14:05:05","modified_gmt":"2025-04-03T13:05:05","slug":"choose-perfect-dining-table","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/inspiration-station\/choose-perfect-dining-table\/","title":{"rendered":"How to choose the perfect dining table"},"content":{"rendered":"

The humble dining table<\/a> does more than host meals \u2014 it\u2019s a desk, a crafting space, a homework hub, and the heart of family life. So, when it’s time for a new one, you want something that suits your lifestyle and grows with your needs.<\/p>\n

Best dining tables for entertaining<\/h2>\n

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Maine dining table set<\/a> | @2flats1house<\/a><\/p>\n

If entertaining is your thing, the right table can make all the difference \u2014 both functionally and as a statement piece. Looking to impress your guests with a showstopper? You can\u2019t go wrong with a modern industrial look<\/a>. With its galvanised legs and warm solid oak top, our Maine dining table<\/a> is the perfect centrepiece for your dining space. Plus, it\u2019s a flexible piece that offers the choice of having benches, chairs or a combination.<\/p>\n

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Bentley dining table set<\/a> | Clouds rug<\/a><\/p>\n

If, however, you don\u2019t have the footprint for a 6ft. dining table, or you need more flexibility, extendable dining tables<\/a> can stretch to accommodate up to 12 guests comfortably without taking up permanent space. The easy-to-use mechanism means that when the party ends, your table can shrink back to a smaller size and maximise space in your dining room once again. Benches<\/a> are another smart space-saving choice \u2014 easy to pull out for guests, and just as easy to tuck away when you need the room back.<\/p>\n

Best dining tables for small spaces<\/h2>\n

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Venice dining table set<\/a> | Maine console table<\/a> | Maine sideboard<\/a> | Clouds rug<\/a><\/p>\n

Whether you live in the city or just love a minimalist setup, there are plenty of stylish dining tables designed to make the most of compact spaces. For a quick meal or a chat with friends, a small round table<\/a> works beautifully with its sociable yet space-saving shape. Round tables typically have a smaller footprint than their rectangular counterparts, and the softer edges help create the illusion of more space.<\/p>\n

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Dorset dining table<\/a> | @dzinia_design<\/a><\/p>\n

If you need something a little more versatile, a slim-framed 4 seater extendable dining table<\/a> is a smart choice. It keeps your space feeling open day to day, and easily expands to welcome a few extra guests.<\/p>\n

Best dining tables for families<\/h2>\n

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Parquet dining table<\/a> | @hausfifteen<\/a><\/p>\n

When choosing a family table, you\u2019ll need to keep both function and form in mind. They go through their fair share of mess \u2014 but that doesn\u2019t mean you have to compromise on style. A solid oak table is a great solution as it\u2019s built to withstand the wear and tear of everyday life. Why not explore some of our rustic oak styles? The warm honey tones not only highlight the natural grain pattern but also help to hide everyday spills and messes. If you\u2019ve got little ones, easy-to-clean seating is a must, so opt for natural oak chairs<\/a> or leather chairs<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Dorset dining table<\/a> | @our_radleigh_home<\/a><\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s crafts with the kids or your own creative projects, a larger or extendable table gives you room to spread out. Benches can be a great choice too \u2014 easy to move or tuck away when you need to stand and work.<\/p>\n

Ready to find the perfect dining table for your space? Browse our full collection of dining furniture<\/a> to find your ideal shape, size, style, and seating. Don\u2019t forget to share your setup on Instagram<\/a> using #OakFurnitureland<\/a> #GrowYourHome<\/a> \u2014 and if you\u2019re looking for more inspiration, check out our guide to top dining room ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Family dinners, homework hotspot, dinner parties and more – make your dining space work for you, with our range of tables offering something for every home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":29206,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[187,184],"tags":[241,214,216,744,743,745],"coauthors":[303],"class_list":{"0":"post-3003","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-dining-rooms","8":"category-inspiration-station","9":"tag-dining-chairs","10":"tag-dining-table","11":"tag-dress-your-dining-table","12":"tag-entertaining","13":"tag-family-dining-tables","14":"tag-small-tables"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3003","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3003"}],"version-history":[{"count":37,"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3003\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29207,"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3003\/revisions\/29207"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/29206"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3003"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3003"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3003"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.oakfurnitureland.co.uk\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=3003"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}