Dining table set – what to consider before you choose

Create the perfect setting for your meals with the right dining table set
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Table
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A dining table set is the centre of both everyday life and celebrations. Read our guide on how to choose the right set based on style, size, materials and function, so you get the best solution for your home.
Emory Chavez
Emory
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Dining table set – what to consider before you choose

Create the perfect setting for your meals with the right dining table set
Table
Table
5 min
A dining table set is the centre of both everyday life and celebrations. Read our guide on how to choose the right set based on style, size, materials and function, so you get the best solution for your home.
Emory Chavez
Emory
Chavez

A dining table set is more than just a place to eat – it’s the gathering point for everyday meals, cosy dinners and good conversations. That’s why it’s important to choose a set that suits both your style, your home and your practical needs. The selection ranges from compact solutions for small flats to large, extendable tables with room for the whole family.

In this article, you’ll get an overview of what to consider before choosing a dining table set, as well as an introduction to different types, materials and brands that can help you find the perfect set for your home.

The article presents a wide range of dining table sets in different sizes, materials and price ranges. The aim is to provide an overview of the many options on the market, so you can more easily assess which set best suits your home and your needs. The information about the individual products is based on publicly available descriptions from manufacturers and retailers and is summarised to provide a clear and informative overview.

Factors to consider when buying dining table sets

When choosing a dining table set, there are several practical and aesthetic factors to consider. Here we go through the most important considerations you should make before deciding.

1. Size and space

Start by measuring the area where the table will stand. Remember that there should be room to pull out the chairs and move around the table. As a rule of thumb, there should be at least 90 cm of free space around the table. Also consider how many people you typically need space for – and whether you need an extendable table for guests.

2. Materials and maintenance

The choice of material affects both appearance and durability. Solid wood gives a warm and natural look but requires regular care. Laminate and veneer are more resistant to stains and scratches, while glass and metal provide a modern look but may require more frequent cleaning. Choose a material that suits your everyday life and temperament.

3. Style and design

Dining table sets come in many styles – from classic and rustic to minimalist and modern. Consider how the set fits in with the rest of your décor. A round table can create a more intimate atmosphere, while a rectangular table often makes better use of space in elongated rooms.

4. Comfort and ergonomics

The chairs are just as important as the table. Make sure they have the right seat height in relation to the table and that they are comfortable to sit on for longer periods. Upholstered chairs provide extra comfort, while wooden or plastic chairs are often easier to clean.

5. Price and quality

The price depends on materials, design and brand. A cheaper set can be a good solution for temporary needs, while a quality piece of solid wood furniture can last for many years. Consider how much you want to invest and what matters most to you – appearance, durability or flexibility.

Products in focus

1
Elegant café atmosphere
Homeville LaCroix black/clear steel
A small steel dining set from Homeville, consisting of a black table and two clear chairs in a simple, vintage-inspired design.
Why it was chosen: Homeville LaCroix black/clear steel was selected as an example of a compact metal dining set that combines minimalist design with practical usability for smaller spaces or café-inspired interiors.

Homeville LaCroix black/clear steel is a dining set consisting of a square table and two chairs. The table measures 60 x 60 x 75 cm and has a black surface, while the chairs feature a clear steel finish. The combination gives a light and industrial look that suits many types of interiors.

The design is inspired by French pavement cafés and has a vintage touch, making the set suitable for kitchens, balconies, or smaller dining areas. The simple design language and metallic materials provide a modern yet classic expression.

The set is made of steel, making it robust and easy to maintain. The surfaces can be easily wiped with a damp cloth, making it practical for everyday use.

The LaCroix series from Homeville is created with a focus on functionality and aesthetics, where the clean lines of the steel contribute to a calm and stylish environment.

  • Complete set: Includes one table and two chairs.
  • Steel material: Provides a solid and durable piece of furniture with an industrial look.
  • Compact size: The table measures 60 × 60 × 75 cm – ideal for small spaces.
  • Easy to clean: Surfaces can be easily wiped with a damp cloth.
  • Café-inspired design: Vintage style inspired by French pavement cafés.

Pros and cons

  • Space-saving design suitable for small rooms
  • Robust steel construction
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Timeless and neutral look that fits many interiors
  • Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited tabletop space due to the compact size

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Space-saving design suitable for small rooms
  • Robust steel construction
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Timeless and neutral look that fits many interiors

Cons

  • Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited tabletop space due to the compact size

Pros

  • Space-saving design suitable for small rooms
  • Robust steel construction
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Timeless and neutral look that fits many interiors

Cons

  • Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited tabletop space due to the compact size
Pros: The space-saving design makes the furniture suitable for small rooms, the robust steel construction ensures durability, it is easy to clean and maintain, and the timeless, neutral look fits many different interiors.
Cons: Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions, and the compact size provides limited tabletop space.
Pros: The space-saving design makes the furniture suitable for small rooms, the robust steel construction ensures durability, it is easy to clean and maintain, and the timeless, neutral look fits many different interiors.
Cons: Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions, and the compact size provides limited tabletop space.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Homeville A/S
  • Series: LaCroix
  • Product name: Dining set LaCroix black/clear steel
  • Contents: 1 table + 2 chairs
  • Table dimensions: 60 × 60 × 75 cm
  • Material: Steel
  • Design style: Vintage / café-inspired
  • Manufacturer address: Knullen 22, 5260 Odense S, Denmark
  • Phone: 70227292
  • Website: www.homeville.dk
  • CVR: 66212319
  • Item number: 80040585
2
Elegant café style
Homeville LaCroix black/black
A small dining set in black lacquered steel consisting of a table and two chairs, designed in a simple vintage style inspired by French pavement cafés.
Why it was chosen: Homeville LaCroix black/black was selected as an example of a compact and stylish metal dining set that combines robustness with a minimalist design. It represents an affordable solution for small spaces or balconies where an industrial look is desired.

Homeville LaCroix black/black is a dining set consisting of one table and two chairs in black lacquered steel. The set is part of the LaCroix series, which is inspired by the atmosphere of French pavement cafés and features a simple, vintage-style design.

The table measures 60 x 60 x 75 cm and is made of steel, providing a solid and stable construction. The black surface appears simple and timeless, and the material makes the set easy to maintain – the surfaces can easily be wiped with a damp cloth.

The metallic look gives the room a modern and industrial feel, while the set fits into many types of interiors. The combination of compact dimensions and durable material makes it suitable for small kitchens, balconies, and café-inspired corners in the home.

  • Complete set: Includes one table and two chairs in matching design.
  • Steel material: Provides robustness and an industrial look.
  • Black lacquered surface: Simple and stylish finish that suits many environments.
  • Compact dimensions: The table measures 60 × 60 × 75 cm – ideal for smaller spaces.
  • Easy to clean: Surfaces can easily be wiped with a damp cloth.

Pros and cons

  • Stable steel construction
  • Timeless black design that suits many interiors
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Compact size suitable for small spaces
  • The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited table space is best suited for two people

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Stable steel construction
  • Timeless black design that suits many interiors
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Compact size suitable for small spaces

Cons

  • The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited table space is best suited for two people

Pros

  • Stable steel construction
  • Timeless black design that suits many interiors
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Compact size suitable for small spaces

Cons

  • The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited table space is best suited for two people
Pros: The furniture has a stable steel construction, a timeless black design that suits many interiors, is easy to clean and maintain, and has a compact size that makes it suitable for small spaces.
Cons: The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions, and the limited table space makes it best suited for two people.
Pros: The furniture has a stable steel construction, a timeless black design that suits many interiors, is easy to clean and maintain, and has a compact size that makes it suitable for small spaces.
Cons: The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions, and the limited table space makes it best suited for two people.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Homeville A/S
  • Series: LaCroix
  • Colour: Black
  • Material: Steel
  • Table dimensions: 60 × 60 × 75 cm
  • Contents: 1 table and 2 chairs
  • Manufacturer address: Knullen 22, 5260 Odense S, Denmark
  • Phone: 70227292
  • Website: www.homeville.dk
  • CVR: 66212319
  • Item number: 80040584

Product descriptions

1
Elegant café atmosphere
Homeville LaCroix black/clear steel
A small steel dining set from Homeville, consisting of a black table and two clear chairs in a simple, vintage-inspired design.
Why it was chosen: Homeville LaCroix black/clear steel was selected as an example of a compact metal dining set that combines minimalist design with practical usability for smaller spaces or café-inspired interiors.

Homeville LaCroix black/clear steel is a dining set consisting of a square table and two chairs. The table measures 60 x 60 x 75 cm and has a black surface, while the chairs feature a clear steel finish. The combination gives a light and industrial look that suits many types of interiors.

The design is inspired by French pavement cafés and has a vintage touch, making the set suitable for kitchens, balconies, or smaller dining areas. The simple design language and metallic materials provide a modern yet classic expression.

The set is made of steel, making it robust and easy to maintain. The surfaces can be easily wiped with a damp cloth, making it practical for everyday use.

The LaCroix series from Homeville is created with a focus on functionality and aesthetics, where the clean lines of the steel contribute to a calm and stylish environment.

  • Complete set: Includes one table and two chairs.
  • Steel material: Provides a solid and durable piece of furniture with an industrial look.
  • Compact size: The table measures 60 × 60 × 75 cm – ideal for small spaces.
  • Easy to clean: Surfaces can be easily wiped with a damp cloth.
  • Café-inspired design: Vintage style inspired by French pavement cafés.

Pros and cons

  • Space-saving design suitable for small rooms
  • Robust steel construction
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Timeless and neutral look that fits many interiors
  • Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited tabletop space due to the compact size

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Space-saving design suitable for small rooms
  • Robust steel construction
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Timeless and neutral look that fits many interiors

Cons

  • Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited tabletop space due to the compact size

Pros

  • Space-saving design suitable for small rooms
  • Robust steel construction
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Timeless and neutral look that fits many interiors

Cons

  • Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited tabletop space due to the compact size
Pros: The space-saving design makes the furniture suitable for small rooms, the robust steel construction ensures durability, it is easy to clean and maintain, and the timeless, neutral look fits many different interiors.
Cons: Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions, and the compact size provides limited tabletop space.
Pros: The space-saving design makes the furniture suitable for small rooms, the robust steel construction ensures durability, it is easy to clean and maintain, and the timeless, neutral look fits many different interiors.
Cons: Steel can feel cool to sit on without cushions, and the compact size provides limited tabletop space.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Homeville A/S
  • Series: LaCroix
  • Product name: Dining set LaCroix black/clear steel
  • Contents: 1 table + 2 chairs
  • Table dimensions: 60 × 60 × 75 cm
  • Material: Steel
  • Design style: Vintage / café-inspired
  • Manufacturer address: Knullen 22, 5260 Odense S, Denmark
  • Phone: 70227292
  • Website: www.homeville.dk
  • CVR: 66212319
  • Item number: 80040585
2
Elegant café style
Homeville LaCroix black/black
A small dining set in black lacquered steel consisting of a table and two chairs, designed in a simple vintage style inspired by French pavement cafés.
Why it was chosen: Homeville LaCroix black/black was selected as an example of a compact and stylish metal dining set that combines robustness with a minimalist design. It represents an affordable solution for small spaces or balconies where an industrial look is desired.

Homeville LaCroix black/black is a dining set consisting of one table and two chairs in black lacquered steel. The set is part of the LaCroix series, which is inspired by the atmosphere of French pavement cafés and features a simple, vintage-style design.

The table measures 60 x 60 x 75 cm and is made of steel, providing a solid and stable construction. The black surface appears simple and timeless, and the material makes the set easy to maintain – the surfaces can easily be wiped with a damp cloth.

The metallic look gives the room a modern and industrial feel, while the set fits into many types of interiors. The combination of compact dimensions and durable material makes it suitable for small kitchens, balconies, and café-inspired corners in the home.

  • Complete set: Includes one table and two chairs in matching design.
  • Steel material: Provides robustness and an industrial look.
  • Black lacquered surface: Simple and stylish finish that suits many environments.
  • Compact dimensions: The table measures 60 × 60 × 75 cm – ideal for smaller spaces.
  • Easy to clean: Surfaces can easily be wiped with a damp cloth.

Pros and cons

  • Stable steel construction
  • Timeless black design that suits many interiors
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Compact size suitable for small spaces
  • The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited table space is best suited for two people

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Stable steel construction
  • Timeless black design that suits many interiors
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Compact size suitable for small spaces

Cons

  • The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited table space is best suited for two people

Pros

  • Stable steel construction
  • Timeless black design that suits many interiors
  • Easy cleaning and maintenance
  • Compact size suitable for small spaces

Cons

  • The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions
  • Limited table space is best suited for two people
Pros: The furniture has a stable steel construction, a timeless black design that suits many interiors, is easy to clean and maintain, and has a compact size that makes it suitable for small spaces.
Cons: The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions, and the limited table space makes it best suited for two people.
Pros: The furniture has a stable steel construction, a timeless black design that suits many interiors, is easy to clean and maintain, and has a compact size that makes it suitable for small spaces.
Cons: The metal construction can feel cool to sit on without cushions, and the limited table space makes it best suited for two people.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Homeville A/S
  • Series: LaCroix
  • Colour: Black
  • Material: Steel
  • Table dimensions: 60 × 60 × 75 cm
  • Contents: 1 table and 2 chairs
  • Manufacturer address: Knullen 22, 5260 Odense S, Denmark
  • Phone: 70227292
  • Website: www.homeville.dk
  • CVR: 66212319
  • Item number: 80040584

Different types of dining table sets

Dining table sets come in many variations, each suited to different needs and types of homes. Here we go through some of the most common types.

1. Classic dining table sets

The traditional sets consist of a rectangular table and four to six chairs in matching design. They fit well in most homes and come in many materials and colours. A classic choice that never goes out of style.

2. Round dining table sets

A round table creates a cosy and social atmosphere where everyone can see each other. It’s ideal for smaller rooms or as a gathering point in an open kitchen-dining area. Round tables are available in both compact and extendable versions.

3. Extendable dining table sets

If you often have guests but don’t want a large table for everyday use, an extendable dining table is a flexible solution. It can be extended with additional leaves when needed, providing both space and flexibility.

4. Space-saving dining table sets

For small flats or kitchens, there are compact sets with foldable tables or stackable chairs. They are practical when space is limited but you still want a functional dining area.

5. Outdoor dining table sets

For the terrace or balcony, there are weather-resistant sets made of materials such as aluminium, plastic or synthetic rattan. They are designed to withstand the elements and require minimal maintenance.

Different brands of dining table sets

The market for dining table sets includes many well-known brands, each with its own distinctive character and design philosophy.

IKEA

IKEA offers a wide range of dining table sets in many styles and price ranges. The focus is on functionality, simplicity and the ability to combine different series so you can create your own look.

BoConcept

BoConcept is known for modern Danish design with a focus on quality and flexibility. Their dining table sets combine aesthetics and functionality and suit the style-conscious home.

Ilva

Ilva offers dining table sets in both classic and modern designs. The range spans from affordable solutions to exclusive models in solid wood and natural materials.

JYSK

JYSK has a large selection of dining table sets at affordable prices. Here you’ll find everything from compact sets for small spaces to larger tables with room for the whole family.

Hay

Hay represents modern Scandinavian design with a focus on clean lines and quality materials. Their dining table sets appeal to those who want a minimalist and timeless look.

Frequently asked questions

How big should my dining table be?

As a rule of thumb, you should allow about 60 cm of table space per person. A table of 180 cm therefore provides comfortable space for six people. Also remember to take into account the width of the chairs and space to move around.

Which material is best for a dining table?

It depends on your needs. Solid wood is durable and can be sanded down, but requires maintenance. Laminate and veneer are more resistant to stains, while glass and metal provide a modern look.

How do I maintain my dining table set?

Wipe the table after use, and always use coasters and placemats to protect the surface. Wooden tables should be oiled or waxed regularly, while laminate only requires a damp cloth.

What are the advantages of an extendable table?

An extendable table provides flexibility – you can have a compact table for everyday use and extend it when you have guests. It’s a practical solution if you want to make the most of your space.

Do chairs and tables always have to match?

Not necessarily. Many people today choose to combine different styles for a more personal look. The most important thing is that the height matches and that the overall impression feels harmonious.

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