The Best Space-Saving Dining Tables

The dining table is the ultimate furniture piece in every home. Not only does it serve as the quintessential gathering place for both eating and socializing, but it often serves as a space for additional activities such as homework, arts and crafts, and board games. Because it's one of the few foundational items in your house that receives repeated daily use, you want your dining table to fit your needs, both functionally and in relation to the size of the room it's in.

Many homeowners would love to be able to purchase the dining table of their dreams based on its décor style and features alone, but the reality is that there is a lot more that goes into selecting a suitable option than just your personal tastes and preferences. The majority of people require a space-saving table and chairs that can accommodate the specific dimensions of their kitchen or dining room. The more versatile the design and components are, the wider the range of families that can utilize these pieces in their homes.

We know you can find the space-saving dining table you've always envisioned for your room with Mor Furniture. When you have a look at our extensive inventory, you'll begin to see why so many people are looking to upgrade their furnishings shop with us. We offer the best prices on premier brands and styles, and we're so certain that you'll be getting the lowest cost with us that we offer each customer our Double-the-Difference Guarantee. This means if you find the same item for cheaper at a local competitor within 30 days, we'll not only match the difference, we'll double it.

In today's furnishing guide, we'll explore the various dining tables we offer at Mor Furniture, and all of the factors you should consider before upgrading your existing piece to one that suits your taste and needs. With these insights, you'll be able to choose a stylish and functional table that checks all your boxes.

The Appeal of a Space-Saving Dining Table in Your Home

No two households are ever the same, so whether you're considering the number of people who live with you or the amount of space you have to work with, a dining table with versatile capabilities can make all the difference. You'll want your selection to have a harmonious feel in relation to the room dimensions, but you'll also want to factor in the range of uses your table may serve.

If you have a larger family, multiple roommates, or just enjoy entertaining regularly, chances are that you will be looking for a table with a larger seating capacity. But what if you don't really have the square footage for an eight-person table? Fortunately, many furniture companies have heeded this all-too-common request, incorporating ways to adjust their dining table to fit the requirements of the particular circumstance.

Another fairly obvious reason that space-saving tables have become increasingly sought after is that many of us live in smaller living quarters. Due to a limited amount of surface area to fit into, these dining tables generally have to be a specific length at their longest, but having the ability to reduce the size to create even more room in the area is highly beneficial for many.

A final and extremely practical reason to switch to a dynamic table in your dining area is so that it can serve multiple purposes — sometimes even at once. A dining table is often a place where projects are accomplished, mail and bills are evaluated, kids do various activities and much more. You may even work from home and use your dining table for that, in addition to setting up for dinner without moving your equipment. We all desire a solid table in our home, so let's examine the most important things you should be looking for in a quality piece.

Qualities to Look For in a Versatile Dining Table

There are at least five components to a dining table that you'll want to evaluate before making a purchase. 

Construction Material

Dining tables can be pretty substantial pieces of furniture, both in their weight and overall size. Depending on the material it's comprised of, they can be hundreds of pounds, especially when they're constructed with high-quality solid wood or contain multiple pieces such as a marble tabletop. 

Depending on your design theme and the color scheme of the room you're placing your table in, you may be limited to a certain type of material that matches your aesthetic, but luckily, many construction elements now come in a variety of textures and finishes that can help embolden a space.

Another aspect to consider when deciding on the makeup of your dining table is the care and maintenance that are required over the course of ownership. This can be determined by factoring in the wear and tear you envision your table undergoing, as an expanding family with young kids will certainly have different expectations and needs than that of a single bachelor or retired couple.

The Lakeview Dining Table shown here combines a natural wood base with a swirling marble tabletop for a clean, modern look. However, you can tell just from its stature how sturdy it is, while also boasting mixed materials to bring character to your space.