
{"id":223,"date":"2019-10-24T21:13:12","date_gmt":"2019-10-24T21:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/blog\/?p=223"},"modified":"2023-11-17T15:17:01","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T15:17:01","slug":"how-to-choose-a-dining-table","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/24\/how-to-choose-a-dining-table\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a Dining Table"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-225 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/creativeinteriorsanddesign.blogs.eprevue.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/52\/2019\/10\/how-to-choose-a-dining-room-table-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"how to choose a dining table\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" \/><\/p>\n<p>When thinking about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/diningroom.inc\">dining room furniture in Vancouver, WA<\/a>, the first step is to find the right <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/dining-room\/tables\/room-type.aspx\">dining room table<\/a>. The table is going to be the centerpiece of the room. This is the first thing that most people will notice when they walk in. It will be the location of important meals and conversations. When looking for <strong>how to choose a dining room table<\/strong> you should consider the style, shape, and size.<\/p>\n<h2>A Size Guide for Choosing a Table<\/h2>\n<p>How to choose a dining room table starts with the size and shape. Some of the steps in this process include:<\/p>\n<h3><em>Find the Correct Size<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>The first step in looking for a dining room table is to find the right size. This starts by measuring the dining room itself. Take the proportions and make note of whether the room is square or rectangular. With these measurements in hand, remember that people are going to need about three feet of space between the edge of the table and the wall or furniture. This will give people room to back out their chair and for others to pass behind. These measurements are going to dictate how large the table can be. Then, look at the dimensions of a potential table. We recommend about 24 inches of space for each guest at the table. This will help people figure out how many people their table can seat.<\/p>\n<h3><em>Choose the Right Shape<\/em><\/h3>\n<p>Once people know how big their dining room table is going to be, they can think about the shape. First, people need to think about the shape of the room. Is the room a rectangle? In this case, the table can be either rectangular or oval. This will match the proportions of the room. Is the dining room a square shape? In this situation, the proportions of the table need to be even, or close to even. Think about a square dining room table or a circular table for this room. The shape of the table should closely match the shape of the room. This matching appearance will draw out the features of the room and the table.<\/p>\n<p>When in doubt, ask our design professionals for help!<\/p>\n<h2>Style Choices<\/h2>\n<p>The next thing to consider when purchasing a dining table is the style. If you already know which styles you like the most, this part will be easy. If you are unsure, feel free to speak with one of our design experts to help you figure what style best reflects you and your home. We have decades of experience helping our community find a look they&#8217;ll love.<\/p>\n<h2>H<span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;how to choose a dining table&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:13057,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;11&quot;:4,&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;15&quot;:&quot;Arial&quot;,&quot;16&quot;:12}\">ow to Choose a Dining Table<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Anyone searching for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/furniture-stores-vancouver-wa.inc\">furniture stores in Vancouver, WA<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/furniture-stores-portland.inc\">furniture stores near Portland<\/a> who would like help finding a table for their dining room should rely on Creative Interiors and Design. We have been serving the citizens of the Vancouver area from the first day we opened our doors. We have dining room tables that come in all styles and sizes and design experts eager to help you pick the perfect able for your home. Therefore, we are confident that we can find something that will fit your needs. Please swing by today and take a look at our options, we are happy to help you!<\/p>\n<p>We proudly serve\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/furniture-store-beaverton-washington.inc\">Beaverton<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/furniture-store-battle-ground-washington.inc\">Battleground<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/furniture-store-gresham-oregon.inc\">Gresham<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/furniture-store-camas-washington.inc\">Camas<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/furniture-store-ridgefield-wa.inc\">Ridgefield<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativeinteriorsanddesign.com\/furniture-store-lake-oswego-wa.inc\">Lake Oswego<\/a>,\u00a0and the other surrounding areas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When thinking about dining room furniture in Vancouver, WA, the first step is to find the right dining room table. 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