I often get asked that question when customers come into the store to browse or when checking out our online store. Its all a matter of personal preference. A round table encourages a more intimate setting of conversation and sharing of food. A square or rectangular one sort of creates an “invisible” comfort boundary when guests take their seats because a guest is not sitting in between anyone else. The decision to choose between the two also depends on the shape and dimensions of your dining room and also what other pieces you plan on placing across it or adjacent to the table such as a buffet, hutch, or console. If your dining area is square, a round table is very complementary. Be sure to take measurements and remember to think about the type of chairs you plan on placing with the table. Also keep in mind how far the chairs will come out from the table. Be sure to allow for those dimensions too.  My personal favorite type of round table is one with a pedestal base. This allows everyone around the table more leg room. I encourage customers to play around with different sizes of chairs. (I’ll talk about chairs next time.) The typical size of round  dining tables start from 48″ in diameter. This size can accomodate up to 4 people. I would recommend 60-78″ in diameter for up to 6.

A square or rectangular table works really well when you have a very large or unlimited open space. The typical square dining table is about 60-65″ square and can accomodate  up to 6 people.  A rectangular table is typically 78-108″ in length and can seat up to 8. If you want drama with a rectangular table, place it on the diagonal to give it movement and interest.

Here at In Every Corner, we offer a nice variety of tables. Feel free to browse our website and online store or if you’re in the Las Vegas area, don’t forget to stop in our store……by the way, my personal favorite table is a round one with an intricately handcarved pedestal base:-)) D.