Dining Tables

Dining Tables buying guide

Dining tables sit at the centre of everyday meals, family catch-ups and more formal hosting, so the right one needs to work for both your room and the way you use it. This collection covers compact two-seater options through to larger tables for eight or ten people, with shapes, materials and base styles that suit modern, Scandinavian, industrial, farmhouse and classic interiors.

Measure the table's full footprint and the room needed for occupied chairs, pulled-out chairs and nearby doors. Compare the space between table legs or around the pedestal with the width of the chairs you plan to use. For an extending table, check both its closed and fully opened dimensions and where any separate leaves are stored.

Fixed or extending tops

Fixed-top designs make up most of the selection, so they are a straightforward choice if you know the table will stay the same size day to day. Extending designs are also well represented and can be useful when you usually need a six-seater or smaller footprint but want extra space for guests, while a smaller number of drop-leaf tables can help where flexibility matters most.

Shapes and seating plans

Shape changes how a dining area feels in use. Rectangles are the most common choice and are especially practical for longer rooms and regular family seating, so shoppers wanting a classic dining room table layout can browse Rectangular Dining Tables. Round and oval options soften corners and can make movement around the table feel easier, while square designs can suit more compact dining spots. In seating terms, four-seater, six-seater and eight-seater tables are the most commonly seen sizes here, with some compact two-seaters and larger ten-seater options also available.

Dining Tables materials and finishes

Materials have a big effect on both appearance and day-to-day care. Wood, oak, mango wood and solid oak are all present in this category, alongside MDF, ceramic, marble, glass and metal details. If you like a warmer, more traditional or rustic look, Wooden Dining Tables bring natural grain and texture, while ceramic and marble-effect looks create a cleaner, more architectural feel.

Wood, oak and mango wood

Wood-based tops work well if you want visible texture and a more natural finish. Natural, oak, brown and walnut tones all appear in the range, with some darker looks available through Dark Wood Dining Tables. For shoppers focusing on timber construction, Solid Wood Dining Tables are worth exploring. Day to day, wood and veneer surfaces are usually easiest to live with when they are wiped promptly and protected from very hot dishes and heavy moisture.

Ceramic, marble and mixed materials

Ceramic and marble finishes suit more contemporary settings and pair naturally with black metal, pedestal or spider-leg bases. These surfaces tend to give a neater visual line than heavily grained timber, which can be useful if you want the table to feel more understated in a busy room. Glass appears in a smaller number of designs and can help keep the area looking open, while lacquered, painted, rustic, gloss and smoked finishes offer different levels of sheen and character.

Dining Tables styles and options

The strongest style direction in this category is modern, followed by Scandinavian, contemporary and industrial looks, with farmhouse, rustic and mid-century options also represented. Base design plays a big part in comfort as well as appearance. Four-leg tables are common and familiar, pedestal bases can free up chair placement around the corners, and spider-leg styles give a more statement-led look underneath the top.

Depth is worth checking just as carefully as width. Many pieces sit within the 80cm to 100cm band, which can be a practical fit for everyday dining and easier circulation, and you can browse Dining Tables 80cm to 100cm Deep for that footprint. If you want a broader top for place settings or serving dishes, Dining Tables 100cm to 120cm Deep may be more suitable. For a full coordinated setting, it also helps to view the wider Dining Room Furniture collection.

Dining Tables delivery and assembly

Most Dining Tables in this category are supplied flat packed, so it is sensible to check access before ordering and think about where assembly will happen. CFS advertises free standard delivery to England and Wales, while optional assembly is available on selected products only. Finance options and a 50% deposit option are also available subject to CFS terms and eligibility, so it is always worth checking the individual product page and checkout for the item-specific options on your chosen Dining Tables.

Check the current delivery policy and your postcode for charges, service level and product-specific conditions.

Check what your table order includes

Confirm whether the listing is for the table only or includes chairs, and check the exact quantity and options selected. Compare the underside clearance and base layout with your own chairs. Read the product-specific care and assembly instructions for the actual top and base materials.