Most rectangular tables are between 36" and 40" wide. A table that seats four should be about 48" long. To seat four to six people, look for a table that is at least 60" long. For six to eight guests, your table should be at least 78" long.
How narrow can a dining room table be? The minimum comfortable width for a dining room table, accommodating at least two people, their plates, cutlery, and glassware, is 30 inches.
Standard width measurements for dining tables typically range between 28 inches (71 cm) to 40 inches (102 cm).
Rectangular Table for 2 people: if you want to be comfortable and share some dishes, the table should not be less than 38 x 30 inches although a width of 32 inches would be more comfortable.
Seating four people: 36 inches wide by 48 inches long. Seating four to six people: 36 inches wide by 60 inches long. Seating six to eight people: 36 inches wide by 78 inches long.
2-seater dining room table size averages about 30 inches wide. A 4-seater dining room table averages 35-36 inches wide, like our Small Victorian Dining table. The average size of a 6-seater dining room table is roughly 52-60 inches wide. A good example of a dining table that size would be a Chippendale Round Table.
What is counter height dining? Counter height tables sit at around 34 to 36 inches and should be used with stools or chairs that sit around 24 to 26 inches.
Typically, we find customers who order a table from 4ft to 8ft long typically go with 37" to 42" wide tables. Tables from 8ft to 12' long typically go with 42" to 45" wide tables.
30" Round Table - seats 3-4 guests. 36" Round Table - seats 4 guests. 42" Round Table - seats 4-5 guests. 48" Round Table - seats 5-6 guests.
The standard dining table height is around 28-30 inches, which pairs well with most standard dining chairs. If you're opting for a counter-height table (34-36 inches) or a bar-height table (40-42 inches), make sure you purchase chairs or stools that match the table's height.
What is standard height dining? Standard height dining tables, sometimes called regular height dining tables, sit between 28 and 30 inches and should be used with 18 to 23 inch chairs, stools or benches.
Most rectangular tables are between 36" and 40" wide. A table that seats four should be about 48" long. To seat four to six people, look for a table that is at least 60" long.
Inspiration Station - Dining Room
You'll need to figure out how much space you need to allow for everyone to sit comfortably around the table. The recommended space per person for a typical dining table is 70cm wide (for elbow room) by 90cm deep (to slide out your chair).
Allow room for 3' of clearance on each side of the table. That's the amount of space you need to pull out chairs from the table, or to walk behind people seated at the table. Take other furniture into account. So if you have a buffet or bar cart against the wall, measure 3' out from that piece of furniture.
This approach ensures that the table automatically adjusts to different screen sizes. For example, setting a table's width to 100% allows it to expand or contract based on the viewport size, making the table flexible and responsive.
The table above is 91cm wide (36 inches). This is the smallest width if you want to allow just enough room for centrally placed serving dishes, although that is not to say we can't make narrower if room space is at a premium. A 97cm (38 inches) wide dining table, gives a little more room for serving dishes.
The general rule of thumb is to allow 24 inches of space for every person gathered around your table.
One can pick an oval table with rounded pedestals like the Gravis Dining Table, which offers more leg room and thus ensures a comfortable seating experience. Its soft form lends fluidity to the design and makes a unique style statement.
While many tables out there are closer to 36” or under, 40” or more gives you adequate room for serving dishes, centerpieces or decor. Many of our standard table options are available at dining height (30 inches), “a little taller” (31 inches), counter height (36 inches), and bar height (42 inches).
The table height is typically between 28 and 30 inches. The chair, stool or bench height is 18 to 23 inches. As noted above, standard height has been popular for a long time, and with good reason. Standard height proves the perfect fit for families and can handle all your dining needs.
Width and Depth
Scale isn't just about compatible heights, you also need chairs that actually fit under your table. If they don't, your diners won't feel comfortable and you'll damage both the table and chairs.
Dining Chair Width
Each guest should get between 30" – 32" total. To figure out how many chairs will fit on one side of your table, measure the length of your table (from one leg to another) in inches and divide that by 32".