Nebraska Furniture Dining Room Set (2024)

FAQs

What are some tips for buying dining room furniture? ›

Allow room for 3' of clearance on each side of the table. That's the amount of space you need to pull out chairs from the table, or to walk behind people seated at the table.

You'll need at least 18 – 24 inches clearance just to pull chairs out. 42-48 inches is the most ideal clearance between the table and a wall if you have the space to do it. Ideally, you'll want 48 inches clearance between the table and any doorways or entryways.

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Table size: The area rug size under dining room tables should be at least 24" larger on all sides. This allows the chairs to move back and leaves space for seated guests. Room size: The best rug size for dining rooms (and any room) should keep at least 12" of space between the rug's edges and the walls.

Dining room sets usually include just a dining table, side chairs, and arm chairs but some dining room sets will also include a buffet, china cabinet, or curio cabinet. The dining table is going to be the biggest piece to consider when making a choice about which dining room set is best for you.

As a general rule of thumb, chairs should be spaced about 24 to 30 inches apart from one another around a dining table. This allows for enough space for each person to comfortably sit and move around the table, as well as allowing for adequate space for serving dishes and platters.

You should allow for at least 12" of space between the seat of your chair and bottom of your table or counter. If your table has an apron, there should be 7" of space between the top of the seat and bottom of the apron.

Essential spacing to keep in mind:

Space between table and chair: 18 inches. Space for service aisles: 30 inches. Space between two chairs without a service aisle: 16 inches. Space between the back of a seat to the wall: 30 inches (48” total with 18” for a chair)

What are the 5 factors to consider in choosing or buying furniture? ›

To calculate the right size for your dining room table, take the length and width measurements of your room in feet. Then, subtract 6 feet from each measurement, to account for 3 feet of clearance on all sides of the table. Then multiply this number by 12 to get a suitable table length and width, in inches.

Dining rooms always include a table and chairs, and sometimes a buffet (or sideboard) and a china cabinet or cupboard. The style of the room also depends on other elements including wall colors, flooring, and the light fixture.