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Pros and Cons of Common Dining Table Material

Select the right dining table material with this guide:

Wood Dining Table
Pros:

  • Ages beautifully and scratches fade away naturally

  • Hard-wearing, long-lasting

  • Unpolished wood has anti-bacterial properties

  • A wide choice of finishes


  • Cons:

  • Wood furniture is heavy and difficult to move and store

  • Often expensive if top grade woods are used

  • Prone to warping



  • Veneer Dining Table
    Pros:
  • The look of wood without its price. Usually less expensive

  • Does not warp, unlike wood

  • Impervious to water and spills

  • Wide choice of designs

  • Cons:
  • Less lasting than wood

  • May chip at edges



  • Glass Dining Table
    Pros:
  • Its transparency promotes a sense of space

  • Looks modern and sophisticated

  • A breeze to clean

  • Cons:
  • Sharp, transparent edges can be dangerous

  • See-through, so short skirts beware

  • Attracts dust constantly



  • Plastic Dining Table
    Pros:
  • Usually pretty affordable

  • Durable and easy to maintain

  • A wide variety of finishes, colors and patterns

  • Cons:
  • Doesn’t age well. Tends to “yellow”

  • Easily damaged by heat

  • Scratches are obvious and hard to repair



  • Go to these pages for more great advice on selecting the perfect dining table:

    Dining Table - Introduction to choosing dining table, including points to consider before making your purchase.

    Dining Table Shape - Advice on getting the shape right to fit into the dining room space.



    Dining Table Size - Information on sizing details when buying the dining table and decorating the dining room.

    Dining Table Style - Make a statement and select the right style to add character and flair to your dining room.



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