Kitchen & Dining Tables
Kitchen & Dining Tables Choose a dining table that fits your room, seating needs and everyday routine. This collection brings together dining tables for UK homes,...
Kitchen & Dining Tables
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Kitchen & Dining Tables buying guide
Choose a dining table that fits your room, seating needs and everyday routine. This collection brings together dining tables for UK homes, including compact round designs and larger tables for family meals.
How to choose the right dining table
- Measure the dining area: Check the tabletop dimensions and the space needed to pull out chairs. Marking the outline on the floor can help you judge the scale.
- Choose a practical shape: Round tables can make movement easier in compact rooms. Rectangular tables often suit longer rooms and provide a clear seat at each end.
- Check the base: Table legs and pedestal bases affect where chairs fit. Compare the space between the legs with your chair widths.
- Consider materials and care: Think about daily use, cleaning and protection from heat or spills. Always follow the care guidance supplied for the specific tabletop finish.
- Plan the delivery route: Measure doorways, halls, staircases and lifts, including tight corners. Check whether the tabletop or base requires assembly in the room.
Pair your table with kitchen and dining chairs, or browse the wider kitchen and dining furniture collection. Add practical storage with sideboards and buffets, and compare bar stools for breakfast bars and kitchen counters.
Frequently asked questions
How much space should I leave around a dining table?
Allow enough room for chairs to pull out without blocking the main walkway. Around 90 cm is a useful starting point where the room allows, but check your chair depth and how people move through the space.
Is a round or rectangular dining table better?
A round table can soften a compact or square room and avoids sharp corners. A rectangular table usually follows the proportions of a longer dining area and can make seating positions easier to organise.
How do I know how many chairs will fit?
Compare the usable table edge with the width of each chair and leave comfortable space between place settings. Also check that table legs, supports or a pedestal will not restrict knee room.