What is the correct height of the table?

The table is an irreplaceable part of the interior, without which no dwelling can do. There are many modifications of such furniture: coffee, writing, computer or dining option. In the choice of absolutely any model, one of the key roles is played by its height. Let's see what this parameter should be in different designs.

Many consumers, in search of a particular table variety, for the most part rely on its design and functionality, completely forgetting about such an important nuance as its height.

The importance of properly selected table height is explained by the fact that it will be absolutely uncomfortable to sit behind a model that is too low or high. In humans, the back and even the joints of the hands may ache.In addition, being behind such furniture, any user will rather get tired and tired.

Today, there are general standards, according to which modern furniture is made.

One of the most common and popular are the tables for the kitchen or dining room. As a rule, such constructions are similar in their parameters. Back in Soviet times, the size standards for such furniture were approved. First of all, the height of the kitchen copy depends on the number of persons for whom it is designed. In addition, this parameter is affected by the structure of the table top (circle, oval, square, rectangle, semicircle, triangle).

Standard measurements are made in all planes. Experts recommend supplementing such constructions with chairs in which it is possible to adjust the length of the legs at your discretion.

Similar standard parameters have computer tables.First of all, these parameters are calculated based on the height of the average user. For example, the average height of men in our country is 175 cm, and women - 162 cm. Based on these parameters, the standard height of furniture is calculated - 75 cm.

Standards height designs do not say that only tables of similar sizes are supplied to stores. Fortunately, today the most comfortable option will be able to choose a person with any height and build.

As already mentioned, the size of the dining table depends largely on the number of people for whom it is designed. The height of this piece of furniture is also influenced by the height of the user. For a certain circle of people (family), the height of the dinner table can be calculated as follows:

• most often several people of different ages live in one dwelling, and the choice of the height of a suitable product should occur, starting from the growth of the highest possible household. If users who have a small height, will be uncomfortable behind such furniture, then they can use a special pillow or buy transformable chairs with adjustable height of supports;

• The average height of a person in our country is 160-180 cm, so the lion's share of modern dining tables is made with the expectation of such parameters. The height of the structure in this case, as a rule, is 87-90 cm. It will be convenient to use such a product for both men and women;
• if all family members cannot boast tall (less than 160 cm), then in such situations the legs of the furniture should be slightly lower, and the overall height of the structure should be limited to 82 cm from the surface of the edge of the table top;

• in some cases, the height of a person is even more modest. If it is not more than 150 cm, then a table should be chosen whose height does not exceed 76 cm. Using such furniture, it will be as comfortable for the undersized users to sit at the table;
• In cases where the growth of users exceeds 180 cm, it is recommended to choose a high-quality kitchen table. It should be up to 1 m from the table top to the floor. Tall people behind such furniture will be comfortable to sit and do not have to bend over or bend.

Currently, the computer desk is a standard piece of furniture that is present in almost all homes.Such popularity and prevalence is easily explained by the fact that modern man does not spend a day without a computer. This technique is necessary not only for games and recreation, but also for study and work. That is why the selection of a suitable computer desk should be approached with all responsibility.

Office workers or users who spend a lot of time at the computer can harm their health using the wrong height desk. Here it is worth noting the fact that the monitor must be located at a certain distance from a person’s face in order not to spoil his eyesight and not cause fatigue during use.

The height of a computer desk for an adult user is usually 75 cm (750 mm). Its calculation is based on the average height of a man (175 cm) and a woman (162 cm). If desired, the height of the structure can be calculated independently.

If different family members have a big difference in height, then this method of calculation is hardly useful.In such cases, it is recommended to choose constructions of standard values ​​or modern multifunctional options in which the height of the table top can be adjusted to your liking.

If the growth of users is too small or too large (150 or 190 cm), then it is possible to use several options that can solve this problem:

• chair height adjustment. This option will be a great solution for low-growth users. Such designs are recommended to be supplemented with a special footrest;

• table to order. Today, many furniture factories offer custom-made furniture manufacturing services. It will cost a little more than the design from the storefront, but to be behind it will be as convenient as possible;
• adjustable table top. Such designs are more often used for schoolchildren, but they can also be used to complement an adult computer desk.

An interesting version of the adjustable height table is presented in the following video.

Computers today use households of all ages. However, the selection of designs for the young user should be approached as seriously as possible.

It should be treated as responsibly as possible to this parameter when choosing a table for the child. And it doesn't matter at all whether it is written or computerized. Any model should have an optimal height.otherwise, the young user may deteriorate his posture and may experience certain problems with the spine. Over the years, even the most minor illnesses can progress and lead to serious illnesses that cause a lot of inconvenience.

That is why experts recommend buying tables for children with special footrests of suitable size. As for the furniture itself, its height as well as in adult versions can be calculated based on the growth of the young user. It is recommended to complement such designs with chairs with adjustable height.

If you want to buy a quality writing desk for your child, then you should follow the following recommendations:

• As in the case of a computer structure, the feet of a small user must be placed on a special support or on the floor with their entire foot. There must also be a right angle between the lower leg and the thigh. If the corner turns out to be blunt, then this may mean that the seat is too high, and if it is sharp, this may indicate that it is worth picking up a higher chair;
• the distance between the child’s knees and the tabletop should not exceed 15 cm.

When choosing a computer, kitchen or writing desk, you need to rely on a number of criteria that will help you acquire the most convenient model:

• Do not forget about the area of ​​the room in which there will be a table. After installing such furniture in the room should be enough space for the passage and opening of drawers / cabinets of other interior items;
• select such designs that would be ideally suited to the growth of the user. For example, for a child with a height of 130-139 cm, a table with a height of 60-65 cm is ideal, and for an adult with an average height you should choose a model of 72-75 cm in height;

• plays an important role in the performance and durability of furniturethe material from which it is made. Purchase only high-quality and reliable options. Currently recommended to purchase tables made of natural wood, veneered specimens or metal structures;
• Pay attention to the height of the chairs. The table top should not be placed too high or too low from sitting on a chair. The most successful and versatile is the chair, in which it is possible to adjust the height of the seat;

• Before you buy, try to sit down at the table and understand by your feelings whether it will be convenient for you to work / study with him;
• for young users, it is recommended to buy additional footrests, since, while at the table, their feet should be on a flat surface. In many designs of tables (especially computer), this part is present and is a special shelf under the tabletop, but in some models it is not there and you need to buy the “foot” separately.

The height of the structures produced is measured from the floor surface to the upper edge of the table top. As mentioned above, the standard are the options in which this parameter is 72-78 cm.

Correctly calculate the height of the table for a specific user can and independently. Let's get acquainted with a simple mathematical formula on the example of a kitchen model. It looks like this: height (cm) x 75 cm / 175 cm = height of furniture. As for the height of the chair, in this case, the result of the previous calculation should be subtracted:

• 45 cm if furniture users are tall;
• 23-43 cm for people with an average height (slightly above or slightly below 165 cm);
• 40 cm if users are short.

If you have an average height of 170 cm, then the formula for calculating the height of the table would look like this: 170x75 / 165 = 77.3 cm. Now, to find out the dimensions of the chair, you need to subtract 45 from 77, 3 and as a result we get 32.3 cm. It seems that everything is very simple and understandable, but in life this process is often complicated, because finding the best option for a particular person is not difficult, but for the whole family it is problematic. This is explained by the fact that every household has its own height.

For example, if a wife is 170 cm tall and her husband is 180 cm, then the average for two is 175 cm.For this value, the height of the kitchen table should be calculated as follows: 175x75 / 165 = 79.5 cm.

If the family consists of three (or more) people, then without calculating the average height of all household members simply cannot do. To do this, it will be necessary to add on all the growth figures and divide them by the number of family members. After that, it is necessary to calculate the height of the table according to the above mathematical formula.