Some important advice when choosing furniture for your Dining Room
Just measuring it is NOT enough!
1. When choosing the shape of your dining room table;
-it is as simple as looking at the shape of the room itself. If it is rectangular, then purchase a rectangular table. Similarily, if it is square, replicate the room's shape. However, you may decide in a square space, if there is not much room to opt for a round drop leaf table; or in a rectangular room that is narrow, to consider an oval table.
2. When choosing the finish-colour or material;
-consider the "visual weight" of the table and chairs. In a smaller room, you must try to avoid a "heavy" looking table and chairs. This is done by carefully choosing the materials and colours of the furniture. For example, a table that is glass appears much lighter than one of heavy, solid wood. In addition, a darker colour has more visual weight than a lighter colour. This is NOT to say you can't have a dark, solid wood table in a small space. You just may need to balance it with lighter coloured, slim chairs.
3. Ensure you choose a table that is spacious enough;
-each diner should have between 24 to 30 inches for their place setting
4. If purchasing table and chairs seperately, make sure that armchairs slide completely under the table.
5. Sit on the chair for a while. Is it comfortable? This is where you and your guests may sit and enjoy hours of conversation.
6. If you decide you would like a rug for under the table and chairs, the rule of thumb is that the rug has to be at least large enough to accomodate the front legs of the chairs when pulled out from the table for sitting.
In terms of lighting, texture or colour, please refer to previous posts listed under "my blog".
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