How to Choose the Perfect Dining Set

The ideal dining set comes down to three numbers before you even look at style: how many people sit daily, how many on holidays, and how much free space there is around the table for chairs to pull out. Answer those three, and the shape and material almost choose themselves.

The measuring that prevents mistakes

Allow about 60 centimetres of table width per diner, and keep roughly 90 centimetres free around the table so chairs pull out and you can pass comfortably behind them. For a family of four, a table of 120 to 140 centimetres is comfortable. For six, go from 160 upwards. A round table for four? From 100 centimetres in diameter.

Extendable: the table that lives a double life

In Cyprus, Sunday's table is rarely the same as Tuesday's: big family meals and holidays are part of life. An extendable table solves exactly that: it keeps a small footprint every day and, when everyone arrives, opens up in a minute. See for example the Paris extendable table, a clean line that grows only when you need it.

Materials: what endures and what asks for care

Solid wood is warm, repairable and ages beautifully. It wants trivets for hot dishes and cleaning with a slightly damp cloth. A set like Black Rose shows why wood remains the classic of the dining room.

Marble turns the table into the sculpture of the room, with unique veining on every slab. Wipe up wine, lemon and vinegar immediately: acids dull the surface. Ceramic and glass clean in one move and do not fear heavy daily use, ideal for homes with small children.

Chairs: where comfort is decided

Two numbers matter: a seat height of 45 to 48 centimetres for a table around 75, and, if the chair has armrests, they should slide under the table so the dining room tucks away neatly. And one test: sit for ten minutes. The beautiful chair that does not sit well will betray you at the first long dinner.

Frequently asked questions

What table size do I need for 6 people?

Rectangular from 160x90 centimetres upwards, or round from 130 in diameter. If six becomes eight on holidays, choose an extendable.

Solid wood or ceramic?

Solid wood for warmth and longevity with a little care. Ceramic for a carefree life with children and heavy daily use.

How do I buy a dining set?

With cash at a permanent discount, or in interest-free instalments of up to 12 months, no bank involved. Delivery and assembly are free across Cyprus.

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