Round Dining Tables

A round dining table of 110cm to 120cm in diameter comfortably seats 4 people. At 100cm it works for 4 in a pinch but feels slightly cramped for a full dinner setting. Allow at least 90cm of clear space around the table on all sides for chairs and movement.

Yes, round dining tables are one of the best choices for smaller dining rooms. The absence of corners means the table takes up less visual space and is easier to move around. A 100cm round table seats 4 and fits comfortably in a room of around 3m x 3m with adequate clearance on all sides.

A round table has an equal diameter in all directions and suits square rooms and smaller spaces. An oval table is elongated, providing more length for additional seating while retaining the soft edges of a round. Oval tables suit longer, narrower rooms and work well when you need to seat 6 or more without the width of a very large round table.

Yes, round extendable dining tables are widely available. Most work by pulling the two halves apart and inserting a central leaf, which converts the table from round to oval at full extension. This gives you the everyday benefits of a round table with the flexibility to seat more guests when needed.

Oak and solid wood round tables are the most practical for everyday family use, being hardwearing and easy to maintain. Marble and glass round tables make a stronger visual statement and suit more formal dining rooms or open plan spaces where the table is partly decorative. The best choice depends on how heavily the table will be used and the overall style of the room.