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About Extendable Dining Tables
Our Favorite Extendable Table Styles
Picture this. You’re hosting dinner to celebrate with your closest loved ones, and just as they arrive, the headcount goes up a few diners. If you have an extendable dining table, there’s nothing to worry—just bring out the extension piece and make extra room for more company instantly. The popularity of these dining room tables has encouraged furniture designers to create a wide range of designs and styles that cater to just about every type of dining room style, and we definitely have our favorite takes on the table style we’d love to show you. We cover that and more in this full guide to exend
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While extendable dining tables look like typical tables, they feature locking systems where users can insert an extra leaf to create more room for your guests. On an ordinary day, the table may seat four people comfortably and then extend to seat six or eight guests when you have people over.
Kee in mind, extendable dining tables come in a variety of formats.
For example:
- A drop leaf dining table features collapsible edges that swing downward when not in use to fit into smaller spaces—which is why they’re especially popular in apartment kitchens.
- A butterfly leaf dining table works by using a pull-apart system that lifts a leaf stored in the center of the table. This is handy if storage is a concern.
- The most traditional extendable table design features leaves that remove entirely. While storage is a consideration, these extending dining tables often come with multiple leaves—a.k.a. more dining space.
Our Favorite Extendable Table Styles
Once you are sold on the idea of an extendable dining table set, it’s time to start looking for the best extendable dining table for your needs. Here are a few examples of different design styles and recommended products that go with them.
Round Extendable Dining Tables
This is one of the most common styles for homeowners. A round extendable dining table goes from circular to oval once the leaves are added, creating space for your guests. These tables are incredibly versatile, and can be used settings from casual to formal.
✔ We Recommend: Liberty Carolina Crossing Antique Honey/Black Pedestal Table
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This wood extendable dining table with a 15-inch butterfly leaf has the classic look that never goes out of style, including a beautifully sculpted pedestal base and a solid wood top in a warm honey finish. The self-storing mechanism is a great touch and is easy to use without any need for storage. Simply pull the table apart at the ends to create seating for up to four around this gorgeous arrangement.
Modern Extendable Dining Tables
You don’t need an antique table to embrace the use of extenders in your dining room. Many modern furniture designers appreciate the functionality of extendable tables, especially for DIY designers in smaller homes. If you live in an urban apartment or downtown bungalow, consider adding a modern extendable table to your space for a practical seating arrangement that keeps up with your fast-pace lifestyle.
✔We Recommend: Signature Design by Ashley® Lyncott Brown Dining Extension Table
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This dining table for 4 is a crowd-pleaser, featuring a self-storing leaf that expands into a dining table for 6. Aside from being practical, this table is full of style reminiscent of mid century design, including splayed legs and a rich wood finish, all crafted in a clean and refined look. And since this table is rectangular, it fits flush against walls to help save even more floor space in small settings.
White Extendable Dining Tables
Extendable tables aren’t just for formal dining rooms. You can add one of these tables to your kitchen or breakfast nook to make room for everyone during weekend brunches. For us, a white extendable dining table has the classic look with a casual touch that is big in farmhouse design style and other cozy interior designs. Additionally, white is a good color for smaller settings since it helps create the feeling of openness.
✔We Recommend: Furniture of America® Arcadia Antique White Dining Table
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This is undeniably a farmhouse extendable dining table that’s full of rural charm and beautiful details that harken back to yesteryear. It seats up to eight people with the 18-inch expandable leaf, but on regular dining occasions, it’s still spacious with enough room for six diners. Crafted from solid wood with antique white paint, this table will be a showstopper for every meal, making every occasion feel special.
Black Extendable Dining Tables
There are many reasons to add a black extendable dining table to your home. For one, black tables create a sense of drama the dining room, but they’re also great for contrasting colors such as white walls or décor. If your space is smaller, a black table might not be the best pick, but if you’re struggling to balance a larger dining area, a black extendable dining table is a good choice to consider.
✔ We Recommend: Signature Design by Ashley® Ambenrock Almost Black Dining Table with Storage
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Clever design! That’s how we feel about this black extendable dining table, which is expertly crafted with storage across the tabletop and the sides. It’s a smart way to keep the dining room organized in style. The addition of a butterfly leaf keeps the design sleek and refined—a must-see if pieces with character are your type of thing.
★ Featured Signature Design by Ashley Ambenrock Review:
“I love my dining table. The storage space allows me to store placemats and tablecloths when I want to change them out for decorations.”
Glass Extendable Dining Tables
Homeowners increasingly want glass dining table options because they are durable and easy to clean. An extendable glass dining table is also flexible in design, allowing users to match the transparent tabletop with changing design styles. Glass dining tables are another great option for smaller settings because their see-through surfaces allow more light to fill the area, and for accents and colors to work cohesively with the space.
✔We Recommend: Furniture of America® Adelina Champagne Dining Table
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This might be the best dining table for families who regularly have guests and loved ones over for the weeknight dinner. Not only is it made of glass, but it can seat eight people when you add the 18-inch leaf. It’s a centerpiece too, embellished with crystal accents that complement the glass tabletop. If glam is your style preference, this table was made for you.
Extendable Dining Tables for Four
Extendable tables come in a variety of styles and can accommodate families of all sizes. If you live with just your partner, you don’t need a large table. However, it’s nice having the ability to expand your seating arrangements when you throw a party or invite a few friends over. A table for four is the perfect choice in this case.
✔We Recommend: Benchcraft® Flaybern Brown Rectangular Counter Height Extension Dining Table
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This table normally seats four people comfortably but can expand to accommodate six as needed. It’s the perfect starter table if you have a small family now but want to have a few kids in the future. Fashioned in a transitional design with equal parts rustic details and modern lines, this piece is a chameleon that works with a variety of design styles while maintaining its cozy feel.
Extendable Dining Tables for Six
If you have the space, consider buying a table for six that turns into a table for eight with the addition of a leaf. This lets your guests know that there’s always room in your home for extra friends and new family members. If space is a concern, consider a rectangular design that is more compatible with walls, but if rubbing elbows is how you get down during dinnertime, a round table is all about that vibe.
✔We Recommend: Signature Design by Ashley® Valebeck White/Brown Dining Room Table
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Looking for the best dining table for large families? The warm and inviting feel of this table from Signature Design by Ashley seeks to answer your calling. With the capacity to seat up to eight people when fully extended while still looking seamless, it’s the perfect setting to feast family style. Gather everyone around to enjoy memories over mealtime on a classic design inspired by Provencal design.
★ Featured Signature Design by Ashley Valebeck Review:
“The table looks better than expected when set up in our house. The thick table top and legs make it appear like a much more expensive piece of furniture than it really is.”
Extendable Dining Tables for Eight
If you want to add the biggest possible table to your home, buy a dining table for 8 that expands to seat 10. This is an ideal option if you regularly have packed family get-togethers with cousins, nephews, and everyone’s significant others. Just keep in mind that tables with these seating capacities are typically rectangular in design, so if you’re looking for something more curvy, consider downsizing.
✔We Recommend: Furniture of America® Dover Vintage White/Cherry Dining Table
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This is a beautiful piece that will align with the design style of most homes. The dark cherry wood is a classic option while the white legs brighten the table and prevent it from looking too formal. Pair this white décor and seating for a romantic feel during meals.
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