ᐅ Dining table 2m or 2.2m... we are unsure

Created on: 13 Jun 2020 18:10
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neutri80
Hello dear forum,

we can’t decide whether to choose the dining table measuring 2 m x 1 m (6.6 ft x 3.3 ft) or 2.20 m x 1 m (7.2 ft x 3.3 ft).

We would actually prefer if there were 3 chairs on each side and none at the head or foot of the table. However, the chairs can’t be pushed under the table because the table legs get in the way. That’s why we’re unsure if the table with the chairs will take up too much space. The chairs are 60 cm (24 inches) deep. The table is positioned so the chairs are on the west and east sides.

What do you think??

Grundriss der Wohnung: Küche mit Spüle/Ofen, offener Wohn-/Essbereich, Treppe, Türen, Maße.
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Gelbwoschdd
17 Jul 2020 12:53
Tolentino schrieb:

I need more solid arguments, please. My wife is against it!
I think she’s worried about possible instability or something like that. Ideally, she would prefer a rustic log table...

The table is completely stable, as if it were made from a single solid top. The panels are mounted under the table on rods, and you release the lock using a lever, then slide the top forward with one leg. Depending on your needs, you fold up one or both panels and then slide everything back together. You don’t have any extra, obstructive table legs or any wobbly parts. It’s rock-solid and stable. When extended, there are a few grooves in the tabletop, but you can cover them with a tablecloth or just accept them before folding it back. It doesn’t bother us at all. Best investment.
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Gelbwoschdd
17 Jul 2020 13:00
Shiny86 schrieb:

@Gelbwoschdd

I often don’t like the look of extendable dining tables. But this one looks quite nice. Do you maybe have a link for me or a specific name?

I have no idea if it’s still available. That was about 4 years ago. It was probably from Woods&Trends and called Venezia. We chose the oak version.
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Gelbwoschdd
17 Jul 2020 19:45
I need to correct myself. The table is only 1.80 meters (5 feet 11 inches) without extension and can be extended to 2.80 meters (9 feet 2 inches). However, it could have been made larger. But 1.80 meters (5 feet 11 inches) is plenty enough for 6 people.
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haydee
17 Jul 2020 20:37
My parents-in-law have an extendable dining table like the one shown here.
1. Quickly expandable
2. Easy to handle
3. Fully stable
Children can pull themselves up on it, and people with disabilities can use it for support.

I was really pleasantly surprised.
tomtom7917 Jul 2020 21:35
I think many people have those cheap Poco sliding tables in mind. Our table, when fully extended, is so stable that I would stand on it—and I’m a big guy. It uses real ball bearings on rails.
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Crossy
17 Jul 2020 21:35
We are having a table custom made. Chalet model P with an ultra-light U-shaped frame, 2.40m x 1m (7 ft 10 in x 3 ft 3 in) plus 2 extension leaves.
So, an oak herringbone table with a black metal frame and black U-shaped legs.
It’s one of the things I’m especially looking forward to in the new house.