Sizing a solid wood table
For a coffee table, aim for about two-thirds of the length of your sofa and a height within 2 inches of the seat cushion, leaving 16-18 inches of legroom. For dining, allow about 24 inches of edge per person and keep 36 inches of clearance around the table for chairs. A slab or live-edge top will vary slightly in shape - that variation is the point of a natural edge.
How big should a coffee table be?
About two-thirds the length of the sofa. For an 84-inch sofa, look for a table around 48-56 inches long, set 16-18 inches from the sofa.
How many people fit around a round dining table?
A 48-inch round seats four comfortably, a 60-inch round seats six, and a 72-inch round seats eight.
Do solid wood tables need coasters?
Yes, for hot and wet items. An oil finish resists everyday use but heat and standing water can mark it. Light marks can usually be buffed out with a little oil.
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