{"id":7931,"date":"2017-08-15T14:58:31","date_gmt":"2017-08-15T13:58:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/?p=7931"},"modified":"2018-05-08T11:50:52","modified_gmt":"2018-05-08T10:50:52","slug":"types-of-dining-tables-you-should-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/propertypro.ng\/blog\/types-of-dining-tables-you-should-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Types of Dining Tables You Should Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Did you know where did the word \u201cTable\u201d originate&#8217;s from? Table is derived from the Latin word \u201c<strong>Tabula<\/strong>\u201d which means a plank or a flat piece of board. In the furniture world, there are so various types of table, built one of the popular ones is the dining table. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/5-types-of-modern-dining-chairs\/\">The dining table<\/a><\/strong> is a piece of furniture which meals are served on in a dining room. The <strong>Dining room<\/strong> is one of the main focal points of a home which often becomes a social hub at meal times and the dining table is the main component in this room.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>CHECK OUT: <a href=\"http:\/\/tolet.com.ng\/property-for-sale\/lagos\/ajah\">LAND FOR SALE IN AJAH<\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding the<strong> ideal dining table<\/strong> for your home is an experience as this furniture will be the centerpiece of the room you plan on entertaining guest and share important meals with family. \u00a0You can find used dining tables for sale in Nigeria in case you are not interested in getting a new one, you just have to be careful and make sure it is still in shape. To help you pick out the right one, we\u2019ve put together a buying guide showing <\/span>the various <strong>types<\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong> of dining room tables<\/strong> you can choose from.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>It depends on shape, material, and style.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>SHAPE<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rectangular<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7934 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rectangular-1024x737.jpg\" alt=\"rectangular dining table\" width=\"708\" height=\"510\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/5-tips-for-choosing-the-right-dining-room-rug\/\">rectangular shaped dining table<\/a> is a classic shape and also the most popular shape among the lot. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is universally loved, both for its form and functionality. It is the most functional shape that brings together the best of both worlds.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Square<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7950 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/square-1.jpg\" alt=\"Square shaped dining table\" width=\"736\" height=\"609\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The square is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/6-most-popular-types-of-dining-room-sets\/\">simplest table design<\/a> and you will hardly see designers using it in a lavish dining room. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Square tables look good in long, narrow rooms or compact spaces, as they offer a sense of proper proportion.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Round<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7936 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/round-1024x729.jpg\" alt=\"Round Dining Table\" width=\"708\" height=\"504\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/must-haves-for-modern-dining-room\/\"> round tables<\/a> are ideal for small dining room areas. It also allows for shifting seating options with most of them having hinged edges or leaf which turns it into an oval shape. If you want to create a more intimate setting then you can consider round dining tables.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oval<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7937 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/oval.jpg\" alt=\"Oval dining table\" width=\"760\" height=\"471\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/7-affordable-ways-to-make-your-living-room-look-expensive\/\">oval shape<\/a> is similar to the round shape and also one of the popular choices\u00a0when it comes to dining tables. It provides a lengthier surface as compared to the round tables allowing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">more space for diners.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>CHECK OUT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/property-for-sale\/lagos\">PROPERTY FOR SALE IN LAGOS<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Free-form<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7938 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/freeform.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"736\" height=\"552\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like the title freeform, this dining table shape has no concrete definition. This includes tables that do not fit within the standard shapes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>MATERIAL<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wood<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7939 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/wood-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Wood dining table\" width=\"708\" height=\"531\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are interested in getting a<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/curtain-colours-and-their-effects-on-mood\/\"> wood dining table<\/a> you should opt for hardwood such as oak, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">walnut, maple, teak or mahogany. But you have to take care of them properly if you want it to last a long time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Glass<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7940 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/glass-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Glass dining table\" width=\"708\" height=\"472\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/4-fantastic-bar-stools-for-your-tabletops\/\">Glass table tops <\/a>are ideal for individuals wanting to bring an elegant airy feel to their dining room. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A glass dining table must be made of tempered safety glass so that if it breaks it doesn&#8217;t shatter and will be less likely to scratch. You can get glass dining table price in Nigeria at your local hardware store if you are interested in this type of material for your table.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>CHECK OUT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/property-for-sale\/lagos\/ikorodu\/land\">LAND FOR SALE IN IKORODU<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marble<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7941 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/marble.jpg\" alt=\"Marble dining table\" width=\"1000\" height=\"678\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/5-reasons-to-use-room-dividers\/\">Marble tabletops<\/a> give a certain elegant, luxurious feel to the dining room. It is beautiful <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">l but is porous and can easily stain or discolor from heat. Mable dining tables are not suitable for families with small children but great for a couple.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7942 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/metal.jpg\" alt=\"Metal dining table top\" width=\"761\" height=\"685\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Metal dining tables are modern, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stain resistant, hardy, and cool to the touch, and fits well with industrial or contemporary styled spaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>STYLE<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7943 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/traditional.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional\" width=\"745\" height=\"477\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This style is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/how-to-enhance-your-modern-interior-design\/\">timeless and the most common<\/a> you\u2019ll find when shopping for dining tables.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7944 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/modern-dining.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"730\" height=\"500\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modern styles began flourishing beginning the 20th century and they utilise <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">clean lines and sharp angles framing unfussy surfaces.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rustic<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7945 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/rustic-1024x860.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"694\" height=\"583\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Rustic styles give a back-to-nature feel and they utilize unpainted<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> wood in more natural, hand-carved shapes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>CHECK OUT: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/property-for-sale\/lagos\/lekki\/lekki-phase-1\/\">LAND FOR SALE IN LEKKI<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7947 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/industrial.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"767\" height=\"506\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Industrial style conveys the look and feel\u00a0of factory machinery and tools, with naked metal and bold, strong wood shapes paired with a purposeful look. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contemporary<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7946 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/contemporary-1024x715.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"708\" height=\"494\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tolet.com.ng\/blog\/3-universal-flooring-options-that-will-beautify-your-homes\/\">contemporary design<\/a> appears in a wide variety of looks, as long as they meaningfully present an \u201cof the now,\u201d up to date appearance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know where did the word \u201cTable\u201d originate&#8217;s from? Table is derived from the Latin word \u201cTabula\u201d which means a plank or a flat piece of board. In the furniture world, there are so various types of table, built one of the popular ones is the dining table. 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