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Antique French Chestnut Farmhouse Dordogne Refectory Dining Table and Benches
Antique French Chestnut Farmhouse Dordogne Refectory Dining Table and Benches

Antique French Chestnut Farmhouse Dordogne Refectory Dining Table and Benches

Located in Leicestershire, GB

Antique French Chestnut Farmhouse Dordogne Refectory Dining Table and Benches, c 1850. L222 Truly

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Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Sets

Materials

Chestnut

18th Century Georgian Sycamore & Elm Antique Vernacular Refectory Dining Table
18th Century Georgian Sycamore & Elm Antique Vernacular Refectory Dining Table

18th Century Georgian Sycamore & Elm Antique Vernacular Refectory Dining Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

18th century antique refectory dining table. This table has a lot of things going for it, it is

Category

Antique 18th Century British Country Farm Tables

Materials

Elm, Sycamore

Early 19th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table
Early 19th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

Early 19th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

Located in London, GB

for their use. This table today could be used as a dining table serving table or stunning writing desk.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Country Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Quality Large Light Oak Refectory Dining Table Kitchen
Antique Quality Large Light Oak Refectory Dining Table Kitchen

Antique Quality Large Light Oak Refectory Dining Table Kitchen

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique quality large light oak refectory or kitchen dining table. Dates from the first half of the

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Vintage 1910s British Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage Large Ercol Refectory Dining Table Model 419, 1960s
Vintage Large Ercol Refectory Dining Table Model 419, 1960s

Vintage Large Ercol Refectory Dining Table Model 419, 1960s

By Lucian Ercolani, Ercol

Located in Ely, GB

A Beautiful and Iconic, 1960s Ercol Refectory Table - Model Number 419 The table is from the

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Elm

Early 19th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table, Seating Six
Early 19th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table, Seating Six

Early 19th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table, Seating Six

Located in Dallington, East Sussex

A very solid and substantial 19th century solid oak refectory table with over sailing three board

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 8 Chairs Country Arts & Crafts Rustic
English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 8 Chairs Country Arts & Crafts Rustic

English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 8 Chairs Country Arts & Crafts Rustic

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

well figured grain. The chairs constructed from solid oak with rushwork seats. The refectory table is

Category

20th Century English Dining Room Sets

Materials

Oak

English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 6 Chairs Tan Leather
English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 6 Chairs Tan Leather

English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 6 Chairs Tan Leather

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

. The dining table with a heavy solid oak top with carved edges and raised on a matched finely carved

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Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

English Oak Gothic Refectory Table Trestle Dining Table
English Oak Gothic Refectory Table Trestle Dining Table

English Oak Gothic Refectory Table Trestle Dining Table

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

A fine quality oak refectory dining table in the Gothic manner. The oak boasting a nice patina

Category

20th Century English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Mastercraft Extension Dining Table, circa 1970s
Mastercraft Extension Dining Table, circa 1970s

Mastercraft Extension Dining Table, circa 1970s

By Mastercraft

Located in Nashville, TN

Stunning brass and smoked glass Mastercraft refectory dining table. Extends to 117" inches.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 6 Chairs Tan Leather
English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 6 Chairs Tan Leather

English Oak Refectory Dining Table and 6 Chairs Tan Leather

Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

. The dining table with a heavy solid oak top with carved edges and raised on a matched finely carved

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Furniture

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage French Country Louis XV Oak Dining Table
Vintage French Country Louis XV Oak Dining Table

Vintage French Country Louis XV Oak Dining Table

Located in Newberry, SC

A nice French Country Louis XV Refectory Dining Table in oak with parquetry top and cabriole legs

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage French Country Louis XV Oak Dining Table
Vintage French Country Louis XV Oak Dining Table

Vintage French Country Louis XV Oak Dining Table

Located in Newberry, SC

A vintage French Country Louis XV-Style Refectory Dining Table in oak with pretty cabriole legs and

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage French Renaissance Carved Parquetry Pub Table
Vintage French Renaissance Carved Parquetry Pub Table

Vintage French Renaissance Carved Parquetry Pub Table

Located in Newberry, SC

A massive French Renaissance style Refectory Dining Table in oak with a nice parquetry top and

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage French Country Louis XV Parquetry Table Leaves
Vintage French Country Louis XV Parquetry Table Leaves

Vintage French Country Louis XV Parquetry Table Leaves

Located in Newberry, SC

A nice French Country Louis XV Refectory Dining Table in oak with cabriole legs. The built-in

Category

Vintage 1930s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Large Vintage Spanish Mission Oak Wrought Iron Table
Large Vintage Spanish Mission Oak Wrought Iron Table

Large Vintage Spanish Mission Oak Wrought Iron Table

Located in Newberry, SC

A Spanish Mission style Refectory Dining Table in oak with wrought iron supports and a carved apron

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Vintage 1950s Spanish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Renaissance Claw Foot Table Wrought Iron
Vintage French Renaissance Claw Foot Table Wrought Iron

Vintage French Renaissance Claw Foot Table Wrought Iron

Located in Newberry, SC

A massive Renaissance-Style Refectory Dining Table from France in oak with heavily carved claw feet

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Country Louis XV Parquetry Table
Vintage French Country Louis XV Parquetry Table

Vintage French Country Louis XV Parquetry Table

Located in Newberry, SC

A pretty French Country Louis XV-Style Refectory Dining Table in oak with a nice parquetry top and

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique French Chestnut Farmhouse Dining Table, c 1860
Antique French Chestnut Farmhouse Dining Table, c 1860

Antique French Chestnut Farmhouse Dining Table, c 1860

Located in Leicestershire, GB

Antique French Chestnut Farmhouse Refectory Dining Table, c 1860. L197 One of the best examples

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Antique 19th Century French Régence Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chestnut

Magnificent Huge French Solid Walnut Dining Table
Magnificent Huge French Solid Walnut Dining Table

Magnificent Huge French Solid Walnut Dining Table

Located in Seaford, GB

A simply stunning French Solid Walnut Dining Table. Dating to the later part of the 19th Century

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Antique Late 19th Century French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Mahogany Drawer Leaf Extending Dining Table, circa 1925
Antique Mahogany Drawer Leaf Extending Dining Table, circa 1925

Antique Mahogany Drawer Leaf Extending Dining Table, circa 1925

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique mahogany drawer leaf extending refectory dining table, circa 1925. This is a lovely

Category

Vintage 1920s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

French Oak Farmhouse Dining Table
French Oak Farmhouse Dining Table

French Oak Farmhouse Dining Table

Located in Seaford, GB

A lighter original colour French solid oak farmhouse refectory dining table. Dating to the early

Category

Vintage 1920s French Farm Tables

Materials

Oak

French Bleached Oak Farmhouse Dining Table
French Bleached Oak Farmhouse Dining Table

French Bleached Oak Farmhouse Dining Table

Located in Seaford, GB

A good looking French Solid Oak Farmhouse Refectory Dining Table. Excellent quality construction

Category

Vintage 1920s French Farm Tables

Materials

Oak

Refectory Extendable Dining Table Set
Refectory Extendable Dining Table Set

Refectory Extendable Dining Table Set

Unavailable|$35,000 / set

Refectory Extendable Dining Table Set

By Jacobean

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Refectory extendable english baroque dining table with hand carved chairs. Six chairs in black

Category

Early 20th Century English Baroque Dining Room Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Hide, Leather, Oak

Oak Dining Table Kitchen Farmhouse Refectory Tables
Oak Dining Table Kitchen Farmhouse Refectory Tables

Oak Dining Table Kitchen Farmhouse Refectory Tables

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

English oak farmhouse refectory table. Perfect for that rustic farmhouse set up. Chunky hand-carved legs

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Early 2000s Dining Room Tables

Victorian Single Plank Fruitwood Dining Banquet Refectory Table
Victorian Single Plank Fruitwood Dining Banquet Refectory Table

Victorian Single Plank Fruitwood Dining Banquet Refectory Table

Located in Norwich, GB

Victorian single plank fruitwood dining banquet Refectory table.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Dining Room Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Large 17th Century Oak Refectory Table. kitchen/dining.
Large 17th Century Oak Refectory Table. kitchen/dining.

Large 17th Century Oak Refectory Table. kitchen/dining.

Located in Skipton, GB

A very good oak six legged refectory table dating to the later part of the 17th Century. Having a

Category

Antique Late 17th Century British Jacobean Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Very Large Light Beech Wood Dining / Refectory Table
Very Large Light Beech Wood Dining / Refectory Table

Very Large Light Beech Wood Dining / Refectory Table

Located in Pickering, North Yorkshire

A huge midcentury beech dining or board room table of typical midcentury design raised on solid

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Beech

French Refectory Table
French Refectory Table

French Refectory Table

Unavailable|$21,000

French Refectory Table

Located in Houston, TX

A 1950s-1960s French solid hardwood refectory table, formerly from a monastery.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Tables

A Refectory Table
A Refectory Table

A Refectory Table

Unavailable|$5,650

A Refectory Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

A large refectory table made from old wood with a metal stretcher

Category

20th Century Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Italian Style Refectory Table
Italian Style Refectory Table

Italian Style Refectory Table

Located in London, GB

Solid Fruit wood top with Walnut hand carved Base. Removable top for ease of transport. Waxed finish

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Dining Room Tables

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Custom Vintage Refectory and Dining Table by Bramble Company
Custom Vintage Refectory and Dining Table by Bramble Company

Custom Vintage Refectory and Dining Table by Bramble Company

Located in San Francisco, CA

A custom refectory table and dining table by bramble company. Wide plank wood surface is braced by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dining Room Tables

Materials

Other

Heals Refectory Tables
Heals Refectory Tables

Heals Refectory Tables

Unavailable|$1,238

Heals Refectory Tables

By Heal's

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

An light oak heals style refectory table, the rectangular top on chamfered legs is joined by an

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Heals Refectory Table
Heals Refectory Table

Heals Refectory Table

Unavailable|$1,362

Heals Refectory Table

By Heal's

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

An oak heals style refectory table, the rectangular top on chamfered legs joined by an under

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Oak Refectory Table
Oak Refectory Table

Oak Refectory Table

Unavailable|$35,000

Oak Refectory Table

Located in Stamford, CT

An oak refectory table, the top with two planks joined by cleated ends on baluster shaped supports

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Kitchen Dining Set Refectory Table Windsor Chairs
Kitchen Dining Set Refectory Table Windsor Chairs

Kitchen Dining Set Refectory Table Windsor Chairs

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

ultimate farmhouse dining set then here it is the refectory table has the gorgeous barley twist legs, very

Category

1990s Dining Room Sets

Antique Large Quality Oak Georgian Refectory Style Dining Table
Antique Large Quality Oak Georgian Refectory Style Dining Table

Antique Large Quality Oak Georgian Refectory Style Dining Table

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique large quality oak Georgian refectory style dining table ~ 8'. This is a top quality

Category

2010s Georgian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century French Walnut Trestle Refectory Monastery Dining Table
Early 20th Century French Walnut Trestle Refectory Monastery Dining Table

Early 20th Century French Walnut Trestle Refectory Monastery Dining Table

Located in Burton, TX

times. Depending on the size of the refectory (dining hall), multiple tables could be lined up for the

Category

Early 20th Century French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Elm Refectory Table
Antique Elm Refectory Table

Antique Elm Refectory Table

Unavailable|$3,037

Antique Elm Refectory Table

Located in Accrington, GB

A superb antique elm refectory table dating to the early part of the 20th century. The table sits

Category

Early 20th Century British Country Dining Room Tables

Materials

Elm

Remarkable Early Refectory Table

Remarkable Early Refectory Table

Located in London, GB

With well burnished thick single plank top Solid richly patinated oak with exceptional honey color.

Category

Antique 16th Century British Dining Room Tables

Large Antique Pine Refectory Table
Large Antique Pine Refectory Table

Large Antique Pine Refectory Table

Located in Accrington, GB

A large pine refectory table dating to the late 19th century. The table has a superb three plank

Category

Antique 1890s British Country Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

17th Century Spanish Refectory Table
17th Century Spanish Refectory Table

17th Century Spanish Refectory Table

Located in Montecito, CA

17th century Spanish walnut Refectory table; classical balustrade base with centre stretcher

Category

Antique Late 17th Century Spanish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

17th Century Oak Refectory Table
17th Century Oak Refectory Table

17th Century Oak Refectory Table

Located in Accrington, GB

A superb Oak Refectory table dating to c.1680. The table sits on gun barrel legs with side and

Category

Antique 1680s British Country Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

17th Century English Refectory Table
17th Century English Refectory Table

17th Century English Refectory Table

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful late 17th century English rustic refectory table. hand carved from the finest oak

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Refectory Oak Dining Table, James I / Charles I, English, circa 1610-1640
Refectory Oak Dining Table, James I / Charles I, English, circa 1610-1640

Refectory Oak Dining Table, James I / Charles I, English, circa 1610-1640

Located in Matlock, Derbyshire

James I/Charles I oak refectory table dining table, Barnard castle, Northumbria, circa 1610-1640

Category

Antique 17th Century European Jacobean Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Spanish Dining Table Oak Refectory Baroque, Vintage, 20th Century
Spanish Dining Table Oak Refectory Baroque, Vintage, 20th Century

Spanish Dining Table Oak Refectory Baroque, Vintage, 20th Century

Located in France, FR

Spanish dining table vintage, 20th century Good quality artisan made table Peg construction in

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Spanish Colonial Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood, Oak

English Refectory Table, 17th Century
English Refectory Table, 17th Century

English Refectory Table, 17th Century

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A late 17th century English oak stretcher base table with a breadboard ended plank top. Baluster

Category

Antique Late 17th Century British Baroque Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Refectory Farm Table , 19th Century
Refectory Farm Table , 19th Century

Refectory Farm Table , 19th Century

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rectangular top raised on columnar legs ending on trestle base joined by stretchers.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chestnut, Walnut

Gothic Revival Elm Refectory Table

Gothic Revival Elm Refectory Table

Located in London, GB

The monumentally thick elm top with excellent aged patina and bevelled edge, raised on two Gothic carved trestles above sledge end-stretchers on bun feet, with a large central stretc...

Category

Antique 1850s European Gothic Revival Dining Room Tables

Materials

Elm, Oak

English Farmhouse Oak Refectory Table Trestle Tables
English Farmhouse Oak Refectory Table Trestle Tables

English Farmhouse Oak Refectory Table Trestle Tables

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

Gorgeous English farmhouse oak refectory table. Solid and chunky piece, very thick solid oak top

Category

Vintage 1980s Rustic Dining Room Tables

18th Century Italian Walnut Refectory Table
18th Century Italian Walnut Refectory Table

18th Century Italian Walnut Refectory Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Beautiful 18th century Italian walnut refectory table featuring a rectangular one piece of wood

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Spanish Refectory Table, Original Irons
Antique Spanish Refectory Table, Original Irons

Antique Spanish Refectory Table, Original Irons

Located in Port Chester, NY

, here is a choice table. Very rustic, and has the look of the ages. The top has been scrubbed repeatedly

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Spanish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

1765 Dated Refectory Table with Inlay Top
1765 Dated Refectory Table with Inlay Top

1765 Dated Refectory Table with Inlay Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

South German walnut Refectory table with beautifully inlaid top and carved drawers, dated 1765.

Category

Antique 1760s German Baroque Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Solid Oak Baroque Refectory Table
18th Century Solid Oak Baroque Refectory Table

18th Century Solid Oak Baroque Refectory Table

Located in Liverpool, GB

18th century solid oak Baroque refectory table A Baroque refectory table with an elongated

Category

Antique 18th Century European Baroque Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

19thc. Fruitwood & Oak Two Plank Refectory Table
19thc. Fruitwood & Oak Two Plank Refectory Table

19thc. Fruitwood & Oak Two Plank Refectory Table

Located in Sherborne, GB

5926 19thc. Fruitwood & Oak Two Plank Refectory Table 65”w x 29”h x 27”d 166cm w x 74cm h x 69cm d

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Country Dining Room Tables

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

English Cromwellian Oak Refectory Table, 17th Century
English Cromwellian Oak Refectory Table, 17th Century

English Cromwellian Oak Refectory Table, 17th Century

Located in Armadale, Victoria

The plank top with butt ends, above a recessed and moulded apron, raised on turned legs united by an H stretcher. The date (1656) Inscribed in relief. Please note this piece is l...

Category

Antique 17th Century English Charles II Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Edward Barnsley Oak Refectory Table, England, circa 1930
Edward Barnsley Oak Refectory Table, England, circa 1930

Edward Barnsley Oak Refectory Table, England, circa 1930

By Edward Barnsley

Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire

Edward Barnsley oak refectory table. The stepped in Oak paneled top above an apron with two fluted

Category

Vintage 1930s English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

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Refectory Dining Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of refectory dining tables for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and walnut, all refectory dining tables available were constructed with great care. We have 1365 antique and vintage refectory dining tables in-stock, while there are 25 modern editions to choose from as well. Refectory dining tables have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Refectory dining tables made by Baroque designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many refectory dining tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Robert (Mouseman) Thompson, Robert Thompson and Heal's produced popular refectory dining tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Refectory Dining Tables?

Refectory dining tables can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,490, while the lowest priced sells for $391 and the highest can go for as much as $120,000.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life. 

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Refectory Dining Tables
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A refectory table is called that because of its original purpose. When first made, these pieces of furniture served as dining tables in the dining rooms of monasteries. “Refectory” is another word for a dining room in a monastery, school or other institution. You'll find a collection of refectory tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, ceramic dining tables are really good as they are very strong and durable. Made from sturdy materials, ceramic dining tables are resistant to spills, cuts, scratches and extreme heat. You can select from varying styles of ceramic dining tables, including Antique, Vintage, 21st Century, Mid Century on 1st Dibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether extendable dining tables are worth it is a matter of personal opinion. The selling point of an extendable dining table is that it allows you to increase the length of your table when you're hosting guests for meals and conserve space on days when you're not. If you frequently entertain and the size of your dining room makes having a large table impractical, an extendable table may be an ideal solution. On 1stDibs, find a collection of extendable dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A draw-leaf dining table means that the table’s leaves are stored under the main tabletop. The top of the table is lifted slightly on its frame and the leaves pulled out on each end. Relatedly, a drop-leaf table is a table with a fixed center section, but on either side of that, there are hinged leaves that can be raised or lowered according to your specific needs. The purpose of a drop-leaf table is to save space when the table is not in use. Drop-leaf tables can also be used as nightstands, side tables, coffee tables, and desks. Find a collection of antique and vintage draw-leaf dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, a buffet usually shouldn't be longer than a dining table. Most experts recommend that you choose a buffet that is the same length or slightly shorter than your dining table. Keeping the two pieces in proportion with each other creates balance within a space.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. Oakwood is widely used due to its durability and open grain structure. It can withstand surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. Find a range of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, a round dining table is practical. Typically, shapes of dining tables that don't have corners save the most space. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.