What furniture do I need in my dining room?

We recommend having a dining table and at least two dining chairs to furnish your dining room fully. This will allow you and another to eat comfortably throughout the day. There are no specific requirements for furniture in your dining room as it depends on how much space you have available in your dining room alongside your taste. You might opt to have a dining room set with just two dining chairs or go for an extendable dining table with eight chairs. Alternatively, there are plenty of other options, including dining benches, bar tables and much more that you could go for!

What types of dining tables are available?

The most common dining tables we offer are extendable, folding, and basic dining tables that don't change size. These are all available in a wide variety of materials, including metal dining tables and wooden dining tables, alongside different size options and even types, including round dining tables and much more.

What types of dining seating is available?

We have three types of dining seating available here on Make It Homely: dining chairs, dining benches and bar stools. Our dining chairs and dining benches come in various materials, including fabric, velvet and leather, whilst our bar stools branch across many styles from industrial to traditional. Buy your dining seating as part of a dining room set, or mix and match your dining chairs and benches to your table for extra personalisation.

Do I need to have a dining room to use dining furniture?

No, you don't need to have a dining room to be able to use the furniture in our dining furniture range! Many homes do not have the space to accommodate a dining room, so you might use your kitchen space for meal times instead. The good news is that plenty of our dining tables are perfect as kitchen tables, with our folding and extendable tables making full use of your space. Alternatively, if you have a breakfast bar in your kitchen, you might want to consider one of our bar stools to make quick meals a pleasure.

How do I measure my dining room?

Measuring your dining room is simple; you only need a tape measure! Measure from corner to corner, along the walls, to establish the length and width of your dining room or kitchen. This will allow you to figure out how much space you have to work with when considering a dining table and chairs. For more information on measuring your space, check out our measuring guide for plenty of useful tips, or take a look at our specific dining furniture measuring guide for specialised advice!