FINISH
The bulk of dining room furniture is made of wood, but not all wood tables are created equal. Some types of wood such as walnut or mahogany will give your space a traditional or formal atmosphere. While other varieties of wood like pine, oak, and birch keep your room feeling light and casual.
Another category of dining room tables is the glass table. Glass tables can really make a huge impact on smaller dining areas by making the room feel larger. Most glass table tops are now made of tempered glass, therefore reducing the concern of broken glass. Make sure to ask yourself how often, and in what ways will your dining table be used? If you have young children and you are worried about staining or scratching you might want to consider a more traditional table with carvings or a light finish. Tables like this are more likely to hide imperfections, whereas tables with dark finishes and simple lines can magnify flaws. Glass tables are also less vulnerable to stains and scratches. Each family has different needs when it comes to the finish of their table, so try to look for the right ingredients to nourish your family’s needs.
TIME FRAME
A very important question to ask yourself is, “how soon do I need my new dining room set?” The biggest mistake people make is waiting until the last minute to order their new furniture. If you were dining out at your favorite restaurant you wouldn’t expect to order a filet mignon and have it arrive at your table two minutes later, and the same goes when ordering furniture. So if you are planning on entertaining during the holidays, be sure to get your furniture shopping done early.
