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How to Choose a Dining Table Style
8 Best Dining Table Sets for 6
In your dining room, the table and chairs you choose are the star of the show. Rather than hunting for the right chairs to match your table, you can go the easy route and choose a dining room set to create a cohesive and harmonious design. Dining table sets for 6 are available in a wide variety of design styles, so you can choose one that matches your design vision. Whether you want to create a formal, traditional dining room or a cozy farmhouse space to enjoy dinner, you can find a table that will fit your style and all the people you want to invite to your table.
In this style guide, we’re discussing the pros and cons of dining table sets for 6 as we share tips on how to choose a dining table style for your lifestyle. Then, we review the best dining table sets for 6 from Colder’s.
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A dining table set for 6 is the type of dining table you’re likely to see in most homes. A small breakfast nook or apartment may necessitate a table that only seats 4, but in most dining rooms, you’ll find a dining table set for 6 consisting of a table and 6 chairs or a combination of chairs and benches. The main reason 6 seater dining table and chairs are popular is their ample seating. There’s room for the family and several guests.
Of course, you can select your dining chairs and table separately. But while this allows you to customize your dining room to suit your style, it can present some problems. Choosing a set guarantees that all of your pieces are delivered together rather than ending up with a table and waiting days or weeks for your chairs to arrive. You can sometimes get a better deal when buying a full set rather than individual pieces. Additionally, the design process requires constant decision-making, and choosing a set simplifies at least one decision.
There are plenty of stylish sets available that give the feel of a curated, mixed and matched look. For example, you can choose a 6 seat dining room set with upholstered chairs or a bench seat. You can find a dining set to suit your favorite design style whether it’s glam, modern, traditional, or farmhouse.
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Pros and Cons of Dining Sets
Consider the following pointers we’ve encountered when it comes to shopping a 6 seater dining table set.
Pros
✅ Many 6 seat dining room sets include a removable leaf that would allow you to collapse the table to seat 4 instead. This is a great option for a couple or small family who want the extra floor space most of the time but need a leaf when they’re entertaining guests.
✅ Opting for a dining table set for 6 can help you create a cohesive look in your dining room. You can find modern, farmhouse, glam, and coastal dining sets. Whatever your design style, you’re likely to find a dining set that fits all the hallmarks of that style from the silhouette to the materials and finishes.
✅ When you buy a dining set table for 6, you can have all your furniture to be delivered at once.
Cons
✖ If you love a more eclectic look or want to choose contrasting head chairs to add contrast to your room, a dining table set might not be for you.
Understanding Table Heights
Did you know that dining room tables come in varying heights? You may be used to seeing a standard height table, but you can choose a standard, counter height, or high top dining table set for 6. Let’s break down these three options:
- Standard dining tables measure between 28 and 30 inches tall.
- Counter height tables offer more legroom versus a standard height table. Counter height tables measure 36 inches tall.
- High top tables, also known as pub or bar height tables, measure 40 to 42 inches tall. They offer a more casual feel and are suited to smaller spaces, like an eat-in kitchen.
The benefit of buying a dining set is that all the chairs that accompany the ensemble match the height of the table. When bought separately, it’s easy to purchase chairs that are too high or too low for the table if measurements are taken beforehand.
How to Choose a Dining Table Style
If you aren’t familiar with popular interior decorating styles, a good place to start can be to think about how you want your dining room to feel. The description words you choose will help lead you toward the right style for you. Check out this list to see what you gravitate toward.
✔ Formal and Sophisticated: Traditional or Glam Style
✔ Sleek and Simple: Modern or Contemporary Style
✔ Casual, Warm, and Rustic: Rustic Farmhouse or Rustic Style
✔ Colorful, Bold, and Unexpected: Eclectic Style
✔ Cozy and Inviting: Farmhouse Style
✔ Light and Airy: Coastal Style
✔ Dark and Moody: Victorian Style
✔ Warm with Pattern and Texture: Boho Style
Each style is defined by familiar silhouettes, colors, and finishes. Whitewashed or distressed finishes are common in rustic and farmhouse spaces, while lack and other neutrals as well as sleek silhouettes are common in modern and contemporary spaces. Luxurious details like nailhead trim or upholstered chairs are common in glam spaces. As you check out our top dining tables for 6, you may discover your new favorite design style.
8 Best Dining Table Sets for 6
We’re ready to inspire you and give your dining space a style refresh with eight stylish dining room sets for 6. From modest to modern and everything in between, these are some of the latest trends in dining room interior design.
Best Farmhouse Dining Table Set for 6:Homestyles Monarch 7-Piece Off-White Dining Set
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This is our first pick for dining room sets with 6 chairs because of its two-tone finish and homey feel. The slightly distressed look of the off-white chairs and table legs is quintessential farmhouse style. There are so many quaint details, like the crossed chair backs and solid wood turned legs with intricately carved details, all which add to the charm of farmhouse craft.
Best Dining Table Set for 6 with Bench: Liberty Allyson Park 6-Piece Two-Tone Rectangular Table Set
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This white dining table set for 6 features a bench, which means you may be able to fit another guest around your table in a setup that has “welcome” written all over it. A bench seat is especially great for families with kids, and this set’s seat with a dark-tone finish carries the theme of modern farmhouse. Complete with storage in the table, this table set is especially good for full-size households.
Best Rustic Dining Table Set for 6: Signature Design by Ashley Caitbrook 7-Piece Antiqued Gray Dining Table Set
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This rustic farmhouse dining table set for 6 is casual yet refined. The gray wood finish, X-back chairs, and upholstered seats work together to create a homemade look that’s elevated with the addition of upholstered seats and nailhead accents. With its square legs, dark color, and overall visual weight, this set is best suited for a medium to large dining room rather than a small breakfast nook.
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Best Traditional Dining Set for 6: Liberty Americana Farmhouse 6-Piece Beige/Dusty Taupe Trestle Table Set
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This 6 seat dining room set stands apart because of its attention to detail. From the silhouette of the chairs to the unique trestle table, every inch of this dining table set was designed with care. We love the button-tufted seats, combination of wood and upholstery, and nailhead trim details. The bench, with its lovely silhouette, adds to the traditional, timeless style of this set for a semi-formal dining setting that isn’t too serious.
Best Round Dining Table Set for 6: Liberty Cumberland Creek 7-Piece Buttermilk/Gray Dining Set
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This round dining table set for 6 creates a quaint and homey dining room space. The turned wooden legs and table base are unique while the chair backs are fairly simple, which keeps the set from looking too ornate. There is just the right balance between elegance and casual simplicity with this set between the crips white wood finish and neutral seating upholstery, which can be used with coastal, farmhouse, glam, or cottage design styles equally as easily.
Best Modern Dining Table Set for 6: Liberty Lawson 6-Piece Slate/Weathered Gray Dining Set
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This modern dining table set for 6 is all about contrast. Straight lines play with diagonal lines across the leg chairs and table base for visual interest that works with modern design. Hard wood contrasts plush upholstery for a balance of touch. Function matches style with the addition of a 12” butterfly leaf, which can be added to make room for all your dinner guests and folds away when not in use. If you’ve been looking for the right set to create a modern or contemporary dining room, this is the perfect option.
Best Glam Dining Table Set for 6: Liberty Montage 7-Piece Platinum Dining Table Set
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This 6 chair dining set features a platinum-finished table and luxurious upholstered chairs. If you’ve been looking for a set to create a glam dining room space that is sophisticated and chic, this is the perfect option. A subtle neutral palette allows the platinum finish and feminine shapes to take center stage.
Best Black Dining Set for 6: Signature Design by Ashley Otaska 7-Piece Black Dining Table Set
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This black dining set of 6 is timeless. It could also easily adapt to different design styles. For example, this set could be used in a modern, Japandi, contemporary, or even modern farmhouse design, depending on how you accessorize the room. This is a great set if you want a versatile, neutral backdrop that allows for other “wow” moments in the room like wallpaper or a chandelier.
Choosing a dining table set for 6 in your favorite style can catalyze your dining room refresh. The right dining set can set the tone for your room and empower you to make decisions about paint, textiles, and accessories. Before long, you’ll be able to gather with family and friends to make memories around the table. To browse different styles and find your perfect fit, Colder’s offers the best selection of stylish dining sets in Milwaukee. Stop by today to browse dining room sets in person.
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