How to choose a table?

The table is an integral part of any interior. Moreover, in an average apartment or house a table is usually used not one, but several at once. For example, there are dining tables, writing, coffee tables, as well as models that are placed in the hallway or on the loggia. It is very important that this interior item combines practicality, functionality and blends seamlessly into the interior of the room. Before choosing a table, you need to decide for what purpose do you need it and also to consider which models are best suited for one or another interior.

Modern tables are extremely diverse. If you are furnishing a new apartment or house, you will most likely need several tables. They should be distinguished by function. Most often in the house are needed the following types of products:

• Dinner table - It is an integral part of any kitchen-dining room. In modern interiors, sometimes this option is replaced with a bar counter, but it is in many ways less convenient and serves only to save space. Classic dining tables remain the most popular. In the conditions of small rooms often choose folding models or options with drawers and shelves for kitchen utensils.

• Desk - This is another thing that is often required in apartments. Usually they are bought for schoolchildren and students who need a place to study. Also, this option is suitable for people working at home - for these purposes they often equip a separate room-study or allocate a special place in the living room or bedroom. Usually it is comfortable rectangular tables on four legs, but there are also the most unexpected modern models.

• Special computer tables also popular.Usually they have a side space for the computer system unit. The monitor, mouse, camera and speakers are located directly on the surface of the table, and a rollout platform is provided for the keyboard. For laptops, such special models without the need - they are often placed on ordinary desks.

• Coffee table also often found in modern interiors. Usually it is placed in the living room or on the loggia. Transparent glass tables are very popular now - they look stylish, elegant and perfectly fit in almost any setting. It should be borne in mind that the glass will require regular care. It is due to the fact that spots are very easily formed on a transparent surface, many prefer more classical versions - say, wooden or plastic models.

• Built-in tables - This is a good solution for small-scale apartments, in which the maximum space saving is important. The table can often be built into the secretary, window sill, or recline directly from the wall. This is a practical solution that will allow you to place the table as compact as possible.

• Often acquire special models for aquariums. The interior is very stylish look aquariums, built into the tables. Most often these are glass models, sometimes they have a frame made of wood or plastic. Manufacturers are now offering fish lovers a huge variety of models. You can choose a low coffee table, at the base of which will be an aquarium, or vice versa, a classic high desk, in which the aquarium is located on the back wall.

• The table is necessary and in the bathroomto store hygiene items, cosmetics and personal items. Now in demand tables under the sink for the bathroom on wheels and chrome legs. Transparent tables can also look great, and classics lovers will appreciate the variety of modern marble models. Often the tables in the bathroom lay tiles or mosaics. Wooden options in a wet room are not very practical and are extremely rare.

• Often small items are placed. in the hall. Such models are more decorative than practical. Various stylish wooden options are popular, as well as wrought miniature tables with stained glass.

It is necessary to distinguish between tables and materials. Just from what the table is made of, its durability, beauty and ease of care will depend on it. Consider the following popular options:

• Wooden tables - an integral part of the interiors in country style and in the colonial style. They can be smooth or carved. Recently, designers are increasingly moving away from the classics and offer the most unusual forms, so that the table made of wood can fit even into a modern interior. This is a durable material that does not require special care.

• Chipboard models cheaper than natural wood. From such material often make desks and models under the computer or under the aquarium. Variants of chipboard are quite inexpensive, but they can look quite stylish,over time, however, you will inevitably encounter surface damage, and the model or its individual parts will have to be replaced.

• Tables made of plastic and acrylic stone also popular. These are relatively inexpensive materials that can easily be given any desired color and any shape. Most often, these make built-in models, coffee tables or kitchen countertops.
• Stone Tables Popular in classic interiors. Such a design idea is expensive, but the appearance of such models will meet all expectations. Often these tables are made of marble - it looks great in the interior, almost does not require maintenance and has been preserved in its original form for decades.

• Glass Tables most often accompanied by a forged frame or from wood. Glass can be transparent, and stained glass options are popular now. Such models can look great in a variety of interiors, but will require careful handling and regular maintenance.
• Ceramic tiled table - This is an option that is in demand for placement in the bathroom, hallway or loggia.These are durable designs that look very stylish. At the same time, dirt can accumulate in the seams between the tiles, so wet cleaning should be done regularly.

The dimensions of the table should be chosen carefully. They should depend on the footage of your room, as well as on the number of family members and the purposes for which you purchase the table. Only the coffee tables can be very miniature - their sizes are sometimes limited to 40 cm in diameter. If the surface is supposed to put only a cup of coffee, it is quite convenient. If you want to store some things on the coffee table, it is better to choose a model a little more.

The dining table should be big enough. Even in a small kitchen, the tabletop must be at least 70 cm in length, otherwise it will simply be inconvenient. The optimal size for a table is considered to be 100x70 cm.

Desks are both large enough and small, but rarely they are made less than 50 cm.Usually they are rectangular or square. A small desk is suitable for schoolchildren to study, but students and people working at home usually choose wider and more convenient models on which they can place both books, folders with papers, and a laptop or tablet.

Tables for computers are usually of medium size. They should be free to place the keyboard, monitor, speakers, and there should be enough space for a computer mouse. The width of such tables usually reaches 60 cm, and the length is 80-90 cm.

Decorative options, models for aquariums or built-in products are often made to order - their dimensions should depend solely on your needs. They can be long and narrow or round and high - the main thing is that the solution should be practical and fit into the interior.

The color of any objects in the setting of the room is crucial. The first thing that catches your eye when looking at a room is its color scheme. Usually for large tables they choose quite restrained colors, and if you choose a miniature table, it can become a bright accent in your interior. Also note that light shades make the table more visually, and the room is more spacious.

All sorts of wooden models or chipboard versions that are stylized under wood are popular. It can be either light beige shades or brownish walnut colors or completely dark woods - for example, the fashionable and popular wenge now. Should choose based on your interior.

White tables can perfectly fit into modern interiors. Materials can vary - such models are made of painted wood, plastic, acrylic stone or marble. For bright interiors, as well as for small rooms, a white table can be the best solution. It will fit into the situation in a classic style, in a modern, minimalist or even country style. However, it is worth considering that the white table will often get dirty and will require careful maintenance, especially if you choose a glossy surface.

Black tables are relevant mainly for modern interiors. These models look great under a computer, as well as coffee tables. Forged black tables with stained glass or mosaic inlays are widespread.Also, a black table can be made of plastic or stone.

Tables in pastel colors are often used in a wide variety of interiors. Sometimes wood is painted in soft blue, pink or ocher shades, sometimes stone or plastic tables are made like this. Such a neutral option will fit into any situation and will give your home comfort.

Bright models will be an accent in the interior and will diversify the situation. Modern tables can be any - red, blue, yellow, crimson or green. The main thing is that the shade harmoniously fit into the space of your room. Mostly in bright color choose small tables - for example, a coffee table, models for an aquarium, tables in the bathroom.

The shape of the table is also important. It plays an aesthetic role - in some interiors a round or smooth tabletop looks better, and in others - rectangular models with a rough texture or carved patterns.

Round tables are extremely common.It can be as dining models, and coffee or even desks. They will look good in both classic and quite modern interiors - it all depends on the color and material. A dining or writing round table can be relatively large, and for other purposes miniature models are usually used. Often there are folding options, from which you can make an oval by inserting one piece in the middle.

Rectangular tables look simpler, but they are also more versatile - they can be seen even in apartments in a country style, as well as in many other modern and classic interiors. The main advantage is that Such tables are conveniently placed against the wall - this allows you to significantly save space. Also for work the rectangular option is most convenient - so you can easily reach out with your hand to any things lying on the table.

Square options are slightly less popular. They are not as practical as rectangular models, but they can look very interesting. Often, such solutions are chosen for the situation in the modern style.Square can be a table in the bathroom, a coffee table, a table in the loggia or in the hallway.

Sometimes there are tables of unusual shape. For example, it may be an irregular polygon, a streamlined oval, a triangle, or a trapezoid. Such ideas will appreciate the lovers of modern eclectic environments. It is also an excellent option for a youth apartment.

The design of modern tables is extremely diverse. Under the order for you can make the model which completely corresponds to your wishes on color, a form, the sizes and the used materials. At the same time, even in the assortment of furniture stores, among all the diversity, you can find options that fit perfectly into a variety of settings.

Usually carved patterns adorn the base of the table, legs or the edge of the tabletop itself. High-quality models can cost not too cheap, but a beautiful wooden table with a carved pattern is durable and beautiful furniture that will serve you for decades.

Often there are ordinary tables or carved with figured curved legs.The material in this case can be almost anything. These legs give the model a special elegance and sophistication. They are equally organically combined with both the oval and the rectangular or square shape of the table top.

A practical option may be to design a model with lockers. Such make kitchen, desks, models for the bathroom or hallway. Built-in boxes allow you to save space and have everything you need at your fingertips.

Popularity is now gaining unusual tables 3d. These are models that have a mirror-like surface of the tabletop and bright illumination around the perimeter.

They are often chosen for modern interiors, they can become a highlight even in the simplest setting of the room. It should be borne in mind that it will not be very convenient to have lunch or work at such a bright, luminous table. The backlight can be turned off by getting an ordinary glass table.However, such 3d models are much more expensive than simple glass tables, so many refuse from them because insufficient functionality.

Traditional motifs are often found in modern design. For example, the furniture painted under Khokhloma is now in fashion. At the same time, such tables are acquired not only for children's rooms or for traditional interiors in the style of country music - they look great in the most modern interiors. Connoisseurs of eclecticism will surely like unusual painted models in combination with the decor in modern style.

When choosing the appropriate option, it is extremely important to determine the style:

• Models in classic style usually made of natural stone or wood. They have a smooth surface, and the legs are usually slightly curved. Most often these are models with minimal decorations.

• An abundance of small decorative elements are different tables in the style baroque. Often these models are trimmed with gold and are quite expensive. In addition, it is such options that will look good only if the whole interior is designed in the Baroque style.In combination with other styles of this furniture usually looks out of place.

• Options in romantic style usually have light shades, made of stone or plastic and resemble classic models. The only difference is that the shape of such tables is softer and streamlined. In general, they look lighter and more elegant.

• Carved wooden tables can often be found in the colonial style. Shades of wood should be chosen mostly dark. In the country style, usually simpler forms of wooden models are chosen, but carved models or painted tabletops are also found. At the same time, this style leaves more room for designer imagination - almost any form and combination of different types of wood are permissible.

• In style modern preference is given to rectangular tables of a wide variety of materials. Interesting modern tables are found in the minimalist style. They are distinguished by monotonous coloring, smoothness of the surface and the absence of fine details. Moreover, the shape of such models can be very stylish and unusual.

Choose the right model is not easy.Guided when buying is the following criteria:

• Think about how the table will be combined with the rest of the furniture. It is not necessary for the furniture to match the tone to tone and to have the same ornament, but there should not be any dissonance. Sometimes it’s worth taking a beautiful table and chair together so that they complement each other.
• Practicality is crucial in choosing a model. Consider the number of people in the family and the purposes for which you buy the product - which size is better, whether you need cabinets, or whether it is convenient to wipe the dust off the table.
• For small space, folding rectangular tables with lockers may be suitable. In a spacious room you can think less about saving space.

Of course, each model has its advantages and disadvantages. The following nuances should be considered before purchase:

• Stone tables are durable, but they are quite expensive. In addition, they will not fit into any interior, and you will not be able to move them as you see fit.
• Variants of natural wood also do not differ in low price. Moreover, they are easy to damage or scratch, so many people prefer to use tablecloths.Also, the colors of natural wood do not differ in diversity, and painted surfaces require special care.

• Models of chipboard look good and are cheap, but they are extremely short-lived.
• Plastic products may look interesting in combination with an unusual design, but also this surface will not serve you for a long time.
• Glass models look elegant and fit into any interior, but you have to wipe the surface daily.

When choosing it is important to pay attention also to the manufacturer. pay attention to The following famous brands:

• Furniture factory "Normis" is a well-known manufacturer of tables in Russia. In the assortment you can find models of various purposes made of wood, glass, plastic and chipboard. Buyers celebrate a wide range and different price categories.
• The Northern Dvina company in Russia specializes in the production of wooden tables - you can find painted models and variants in natural color. In the assortment you can find very unusual designer products.

• Quality wooden tables can be purchased from the Pandrev brand.This is Belarusian furniture, which is distinguished by quality and low prices.
• Interesting models released brand IB Gallery in Italy. They will appeal to fans of non-standard design solutions.
• The Finnish factory Erimex produces high-quality and inexpensive tables that meet practical needs and are designed with maximum comfort and functionality.

It is very important that your new table blends harmoniously into the existing situation of the apartment. A square dining table for a small family can be a versatile product in the interior by the window.

An oval or round dining table in a large kitchen is best placed using only one half of the room. So you can visually divide the space into the dining room and cooking area.

Stylish home furniture does not have to be completely the same in color and shape, but it is important that all products have something in common. Usually it is material, decorative elements or the general design concept.For example, a table made of light wood with a smooth surface will be combined with smooth dark wood furniture.

Decorative interior models can be bright accents in the interior. If the situation in the spacious room is too monotonous, a bright table made of plastic or stained glass will make the space more comfortable.

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