Dining Collections to Fit the Family

The kitchen is the heart of the home, but the dining room is the heartbeat. There are so many studies that show how important it is to sit down and eat together, not just for the social and relationship aspect, but even for the health benefits as well. Several studies are showing that families who eat together are twice as likely to eat their five servings of fruits and vegetables.

Whether you still have a young family, or your kids are out of the house and come back on weekends and holidays - having a place to gather and eat can be invaluable. Here are a few things to keep in mind as you pick out the perfect dining set at the Lake of the Ozarks!

Shape

The most basic part of your dining table is going to be the shape, but it’s also the most important. The most popular choices are rectangular, round, and square. Round shapes foster a greater feeling of togetherness, while rectangular tables are able to fit more people around them. Square shapes are the most unique of the three, and provide a great design element, along with a more modern feel. Need to have the option for more space? Some tables offer a leaf extension or a butterfly leaf that hides underneath.

Size

When trying to decide which table size you need, you want to keep in mind how much room the table will take up with occupants. Push each chair out a few feet and then measure the total distance across the setting to get a realistic idea of what the table will really take up in your room.

You should also keep in mind that many sets can also come with other pieces like buffets, hutches, servers, sideboards, and cupboards. These offer additional storage space and design flair, but also take up additional space, so make sure that you have plenty of room to accommodate everything.

Finish

After you’ve decided what you like in terms of shape and size, it’s time to determine the finish that works best in your home. The biggest thing to consider is if you have an active household. In other words, do you have kids and pets who also live in the space? With this info, you can determine the level of tolerance that the table will need to hold up to. Darker colors and finishes will tend to show nicks and scratches, watermarks and other unexplainable blemishes more quickly. Distressed finishes are not only incredibly trendy right now, but they are also great for hiding marks if you have an active family lifestyle!

Time to Eat!

At Slumberland Furniture at the Lake of the Ozarks, we love to help families of all shapes and sizes find the perfect pieces of furniture for their home. Whether you have a busy full-time family home or a vacation getaway that is unused for portions of the year, we can show you which pieces fit both your lifestyle and your home style. If you’re looking for dining room sets at the Lake of the Ozarks, please stop by our furniture showroom in Osage Beach. We look forward to helping you find the perfect piece for your dining room.

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Osage Beach, MO 65065

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