How To Choose the Right Furniture for a Dining Room
The table in your dining room sets the mood. A rectangular one seats more people along its length and tucks neatly against a wall in a galley kitchen-diner, while a round dining table draws everyone together and keeps conversation flowing. Short on room during the week but love hosting family dinners? An extending dining table expands when you need extra seats and folds back when you don't.
Material makes a difference too. High-gloss and glass tops bounce light around a smaller room and help create an airy feel. Wood-effect and solid wood finishes bring warmth, hide everyday marks, and age beautifully. Marble-effect tables sit somewhere in between, offering a sophisticated look that's easy to maintain and timeless enough to suit changing interiors.
Then there are the chairs. Velvet dining chairs add colour, texture, and a comfortable padded seat that encourages guests to linger. Pair them with a dark wood or marble-effect table for contrast. Faux leather is a practical option for busy households, offering easy-clean durability without sacrificing style. Chrome and brushed-gold legs create a contemporary look, while wooden legs lean towards Scandinavian and farmhouse-inspired interiors. If you'd rather avoid the guesswork, our dining table sets pair tables and chairs that already complement each other in colour, finish, and proportion.
Sizing Up Your Space for Dining Area Furniture
We always recommend measuring before ordering. Leave around 70–80 cm between the table edge and the nearest wall so chairs can slide back comfortably. For a 4-seater rectangular table, that's typically a footprint of around 200 × 150 cm, while a round table for four fits comfortably into approximately 180 × 180 cm. That's one reason round tables work so well in smaller dining rooms and kitchen-diners.
Everything in the range arrives flat-packed with clear step-by-step instructions, and most dining tables and chairs can be assembled within 30–45 minutes by two people. Every order includes free next-day delivery to mainland UK addresses when ordered before 8pm on weekdays, free 30-day returns, and our 2 Year Guarantee. For more advice on choosing the right size and shape, browse our dining table buying guide.
Dining Room Furniture FAQs
What Size Dining Table Do I Need for My Room?
Allow approximately 60 cm of table width per person and leave 70–80 cm of clearance around the table for chairs to be pulled out comfortably. A 4-seater rectangular table typically needs around 200 × 150 cm of floor space, while a round 4-seater works within roughly 180 × 180 cm. Every product page includes detailed dimensions to help you plan.
What Materials Are Your Dining Tables Made From?
Our collection includes glass, high-gloss MDF, wood veneer, solid oak, marble-effect ceramic, and engineered wood. Glass and gloss finishes suit contemporary spaces, while wood and marble-effect designs add warmth, texture, and timeless appeal. Check individual product pages for full specifications and care advice.
Do I Need to Assemble the Furniture Myself?
Yes. All our dining room furniture arrives flat-packed and includes easy-to-follow instructions. Most tables and chairs can be assembled in around 30–45 minutes with two people.
How Do I Clean Velvet or Fabric Dining Chairs?
Blot spills immediately with a damp cloth rather than rubbing them into the fabric. For regular maintenance, use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment to remove dust and crumbs. For deeper cleaning, see our guide to cleaning fabric dining chairs.
Can I Buy Tables and Chairs Separately?
Absolutely. You can browse our dining tables and dining chairs collections separately to create your own combination. Alternatively, our dining table sets offer ready-matched options that take the guesswork out of pairing furniture.
What Are the Delivery and Returns Terms?
Orders placed before 8pm on weekdays qualify for free next-day delivery to mainland UK addresses. Most orders are also covered by our free 30-day returns policy. See our delivery and returns pages for full terms and exclusions.
Is Finance Available on Dining Furniture?
Yes. We offer interest-free finance through Clearpay and Klarna on eligible orders, allowing you to spread the cost over several months. Available options will be shown at checkout. See our finance page for full details and eligibility criteria.
