A successful choice of a dining set for the kitchen will complement the design of the room and will also make one of the most visited rooms in the house more comfortable. Gathering with the whole family for lunch or dinner is possible only if everyone has their own place and it is comfortable.
An elegant solution for a family of two
Rules for selecting tables and chairs for the kitchen
The dining group is chosen with an eye to the rest of the interior, since a high-tech table next to retro cabinets looks ugly. At the same time, they try to leave a fairly free passage between the tabletop and work surfaces in order to avoid the feeling of a space crowded with furniture.
A good choice for a minimalist kitchen
The material and shape of the furniture must fit within the chosen style. A modern kitchen may well have a table with a transparent glass top, but a carved piece made of natural wood with vignettes and gilding in the Empire style will look very strange.
Kitchen in Scandinavian style - materials, colors, shapes combine perfectly
The selection of a dining group begins with answering the question of how many people will sit at the table every day. It also matters how often guests are in the house. Usually, when there is a shortage of free space, preference is given to small tables or transformers are purchased (their tabletop can be extended and enlarged).
One of the versions of the increasing tabletop
Usually, 55-60 cm are allotted per family member, while a distance of 25-40 cm is left between the chairs. This way you can calculate the optimal length of the tabletop, and the width is calculated from the minimum value - 90 cm.
For two family members, a rectangle of 60x90 cm is sufficient. At the same time, a passage of 60 cm wide is left for moving the chair away.
Dining area for two people
Style decision
The easiest way is to combine parts of a dining set from the same manufacturer and from the same collection. You can push off from the table, or you can, on the contrary, choose chairs and look for a table to go with them.
Most often, furniture is chosen according to the following rules:
- Dining set made of solid wood upholstered in noble fabrics - for a classic interior;
- Light chairs with curls and monograms - for shabby chic and Provence;
- Wooden chairs and a table in a laconic design - for a chalet or Scandinavian style;
- A simple and laconic form of furniture made of wood, metal and plastic for ultra-modern interiors.
Recently, interior designers are increasingly advising to assemble a dining group from chairs of different configurations. If you decide on such a reception, remember that there should be something in common between the chairs. They may be of different sizes or styles, but the same color or upholstery.
How to choose the right table for a small kitchen
Limited space dictates its own rules. In a cramped kitchen, one of the most successful solutions is a semicircular table against the wall (or a folding one). A round tabletop allows you to save a little space due to the absence of corners.
When there's no room at all
If there is critically little space, then the tabletop can be screwed to a wall or window sill and even folded up after a meal. A good addition to such a dining group are folding stools or folding ones into each other.
A transparent tabletop helps avoid the unpleasant feeling of being too cramped. It takes up the same amount of space, but makes the room a little brighter.
Folding table
It is considered a popular version; when assembled it looks compact and does not take up much space. Tables can increase in volume due to a sliding mechanism or additional surfaces. Similar furniture is available in any store, including IKEA; some housewives prefer it due to the lack of free space in small kitchens, especially in small apartments.
Folding table
Materials for making a kitchen table
There are a lot of options for making furniture with your own hands or ordering it from a studio. The choice is made based on the cost of materials, their performance characteristics, and the complexity of processing.
Plastic
Today on sale you can find kitchen tables made of solid slabs, pipes and bars of PVC, polycarbonate, and acrylic. Polycarbonate is very popular because it is transparent, like glass, but can have any color and even pattern. Usually only the tabletop is made of plastic, but there are models with plastic legs. The simplest models are used in garden plots and country houses, but in fact the choice of models is much wider.
Polycarbonate kitchen table
The main advantage of plastic furniture is its original appearance and modernity, which is highly valued in high-tech and loft style interiors. If you wish, you can even buy such an interesting set of a table and several chairs.
Stone tables
This is the case when it is really rare that all furniture is a product made only of stone. Usually, only the tabletop is carved from granite, marble, sandstone and other rocks. This solution has many advantages:
- Such furniture will last for many decades without losing its attractiveness.
- Each product is unique, since the pattern and color of the natural material are not repeated.
- The material is not afraid of changes in temperature, humidity, or contamination; it can only be broken, and even then only purposefully.
The nuance is the high mass of such a table, which is taken into account when designing the supports and placing the product itself in the room - in the future it can no longer be moved from place to place.
Granite countertops are very beautiful
Glass tables
Unusual and advantageous - this is what they often say about kitchen interiors, in which a prominent role is given to a dining group with a transparent glass tabletop. The light-transmitting plane seems to hang in the air, giving the room lightness. To make tables, special tempered glass or triplex glass is used - transparent or painted, with a sandblasted pattern, photo printing, mirror.
A provocative combination of the fragility of glass and the rigidity of metal
Wooden tables
This material for kitchen furniture is the most traditional. Wood is malleable and can be processed in all sorts of ways. The final appearance is the result of a combination of species, individual characteristics of the wood, the chosen model and table configuration.
A kitchen table made of slab wood with a transparent glass insert is a fashion trend
Polished countertops coated with oil or varnish look beautiful, but you can also find other modern coatings, including opaque ones. In many families, solid wood furniture is passed down by inheritance, since it has no service life - it all depends on the care of the owners.
The principle of unity of styles
Most people prefer to purchase a dining set made in a certain style. Attempts to independently combine several options do not always end successfully. If desired, you can resort to the principle of compatibility of incompatible things. But this does not mean that a randomly purchased item will fit into the interior and become an excellent addition to it.
Tables can be made of stone, wood, plastic, rattan, chipboard and MDF. The same materials are used for the chairs, except stone and glass. Legs and backs can be metal. When purchasing, you need to choose the right furniture so that it does not cause disharmony.
Ensemble with armchairs
Color spectrum
You can see photos of kitchen tables in catalogs in absolutely any shade. The choice is usually made according to one of two principles: to match the tone of the rest of the furniture or as a contrast to it. For example, a black table looks original next to white cabinets, but against the background of a beige wooden set, only a table in the same color scheme would be appropriate.
The black color of the tabletop echoes the shade of the facades and armchairs
Cut the boards, drill holes in the pockets
Trim all boards except the ends of the layout to length. Using a pocket hole jig, drill two diameter holes at the ends of each 1 x 4 apron.
Additionally, drill pocket holes along one edge of the aprons, spacing each hole 10cm apart. Drill holes for pockets in the ends and edges of the tabletop boards.
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Design options and table shapes
There are no restrictions in terms of the shape of the countertops, but traditional geometry is always popular. The reason is that a simple circle, square or rectangle is easier to match with the rest of the furniture. The chairs for them can be almost any, both with and without armrests.
Oval and round shape
The interior of a kitchen with a round table looks cozy and spacious even in a spacious room. The effect of sincerity occurs on its own, since the round table is subconsciously perceived as a place for friendly communication. The absence of corners on an oval tabletop saves space.
Modern kitchen design with round table
Semicircular wall table
This is an excellent solution for a small room. The straight side of the tabletop is adjacent to the wall, forming a shelf with it. This design may not have legs and is attached directly to the wall using a console. Many people really like this solution in cramped spaces, since there is no risk of constantly bumping into sharp corners.
Wall table for the kitchen - photo
Square
A square is an analogue of a circle, only with corners. This is the most compact form, taking up minimal space. The beauty of such furniture is that it can be freely rearranged from place to place, if desired, placed against the wall or moved to the center of the kitchen. Typically, this model is designed to seat no more than 4 people.
A simple square can be quite difficult
Rectangular table
Rectangular kitchen tables and chairs always look great in photos and in real life. Intuitively, people perceive such a dining area as a family one or intended for entertaining guests. In addition, using such a surface as a working surface is also very convenient. For classic table settings, for example, in Provence or Art Nouveau style, there is nothing better than the most ordinary rectangle.
You can arrange everything - and there will still be a lot of space left
Types of kitchen chair models
They come in different configurations:
- The stool does not have a back or armrests and is not considered a very comfortable option. Easily hides in a pantry or under a table, fits well into the interior of a small kitchen.
- A classic chair creates back support made of metal or wood, sometimes supplemented with handles. It comes in different sizes and shapes, allowing you to choose the right type for both large and minimal spaces.
- A bar is needed for those rooms in which a bar counter is installed. It differs in its height; one leg is used for support. Some options rotate around their own axis.
- The chair is a modification of the classic. Known for its increased comfort due to its anatomical shape, soft filling and armrests. Takes up a lot of space and is only suitable for spacious rooms.
Before buying, you need to realistically assess the dimensions of the home. The chairs are difficult to install in a 3-6 meter kitchen; owners will have to choose between a stool and the classic version.
Yellow chairs go perfectly with a wooden table
Color solutions in the interior
Designers remind us that it is not always worth following time-tested solutions if you want something radically different. Bright colors can be interestingly used in the interior of a kitchen of any size, the main thing is not to forget about moderation. Neutral shades must be placed next to rich shades to avoid the effect of vulgarity or overload.
When you really want orange
How to choose chairs
After determining the type of furniture, you need to select it according to convenience criteria. The rigidity of the seat plays a big role:
- Soft is an impractical option, but will be more comfortable. A pleasant coating is needed by those who spend a lot of time in the kitchen. Before purchasing, you need to remember that not all upholstery material is easy to clean from dirt. You need to choose the most durable type: natural or artificial leather, fabric with specialized impregnation.
- Hard - a classic model for the dining area. Almost all types are easy to clean and durable even with frequent use. The hard version is less comfortable, but the problem is easily solved with soft pads on the seat.
Do not get carried away with velor or any other fabric upholstery. It will be almost impossible to clean out drops of fat that have fallen on it. And the material will quickly absorb foreign odors.
Chairs with hard seat
Features of choosing chairs
Chairs do not have to be purchased with the table. One of the trends in modern fashion is the contrast between furniture elements in the same room, and even the shape and size of chairs can be completely different. All this is the choice of fans of non-standard design delights. As part of the classic style, the color and design of the chairs should match the rest of the decor.
Multi-colored chairs - very modern
Attach short aprons to furniture legs
Press the furniture leg against the work surface. Apply wood glue to the end of a short sized apron and place the apron at the top of the leg, centering the apron on the leg so that the apron is slightly inset.
Using a drill/screwdriver, attach the splashback to the leg with pocket screws. Do this for both sides.
How to arrange a round table in the kitchen
When you need to choose kitchen tables, photos of examples of interior design can provide the necessary support and provide valuable hints. In specialized publications you can see a new product that will inspire the right idea. For example, a round table is usually placed in free space or in the center of the kitchen. But it can be moved to a corner, surrounded by a soft corner.
Cozy corner dining area
Obviously, the table and chairs are a very important element of the kitchen furnishings. The comfort of each family member largely depends on their successful choice. Don't give up the dining area unless absolutely necessary.
Dining group accommodation
If we are talking about a dining room, then the dining group occupies the main place in it and is located strictly in the center. In ordinary kitchens, the table can be placed in the center, in a corner or near a window. Chairs are usually placed around a table.
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In very small kitchens or in studio apartments, they often completely abandon the classic table and replace it with a bar counter located across the kitchen. Several high bar stools are placed near it.
In spacious kitchens you can create a dining group from a table, a pair of chairs or stools and a soft sofa. The sofa can have a straight or angular shape.
Dining table height: furniture size ratio
The standard height of a dining table is the distance from the floor to the top surface of the tabletop, corresponding to 75 cm (+/- 2 cm). In this case, from the edge of the seat to the table top, the height should be 40-42 cm. These indicators are used when calculating the depth of the seat. The sitting process should be comfortable, with full emphasis on the back, and the edge of the chair should not be located closely on the popliteal cavity. Thus, the optimal chair width is from 40 to 50 cm.
The seat should not be strictly horizontal relative to the floor. High-quality models have a slope of 3-5°, then the body will not slide forward when resting on the back. Bar stools are taller. There are models where the height of the legs is adjustable.
The standard height of a dining table varies between 73-77 cm
The minimum dimensions of a kitchen table are 120x80 cm. If it has the shape of a circle, then its diameter must correspond to a minimum of 90 cm. Such dimensions are needed to comfortably accommodate a family of four at dinner. Experts do not set maximum indicators. Dining tables and chairs can be made to order for kitchens of any size, especially if space allows.
Helpful advice! Removable covers will help protect expensive chairs from dirt and damage. Comfortable sitting will be provided by special pillows that are fixed to the furniture with ties. The color of the fabric should be chosen in accordance with the curtains, tablecloth and napkins.
To determine the optimal number of chairs for one table, you should proceed from the recommendations that one chair needs 60-65 cm of space, for a chair with armrests - over 70 cm. Thus, a maximum of 4 chairs can be placed at a table 130 cm long. If the length is 160 cm, 6 chairs are allowed.
How to highlight beautifully?
The design of the dining area in the kitchen, different from the surrounding environment, allows you to add a designer twist to the interior. The most popular ways to highlight a dining area are by decorating the walls or floor.
The easiest option is to change the color of the walls, creating the right accent without spending extra money. The main condition for the color scheme is contrast. In a light kitchen, dark or bright will attract attention; in a dark kitchen, bright or light.
It is not necessary to use monochromatic colors; take a closer look at prints or entire frescoes in the form of photo wallpaper. The right panoramic images will help expand a small space.
It happens that the accent wall differs in texture. To do this, cover it with stone, tiles, slats, brick, fabric, leather. Or create an eco-friendly phyto-wall with live culinary plants.
In the photo there is a phytowall in the interior
The second fastest way to separate zones is a carpet on the floor. The main thing is that it is the right size - a little larger than all the furniture that is located on it. The shape should follow the shape of the countertop.
At the renovation stage, you can lay out two types of flooring: tiles in the cooking area and laminate in the dining room. Or choose 2 different colors of tiles or laminate.
