Question 1

What is a server in a dining room?

Accepted Answer

A server in a dining room is a slim piece of furniture placed near the dining table and is typically used to stage food before serving. Traditionally, servers were unassuming and provided surfaces for serving dishes — they occupied less room than a buffet or a sideboard. Newly designed servers include drawers where you can store dishes, cutlery and other necessary elements for meals. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage servers.

Question 2

What is a dining room hutch?

Accepted Answer

A dining room hutch is a cabinet that has drawers and shelves where you can store your dining items like napkins, spoons, and tablecloths. Shop a range of antique and vintage dining room hutch on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is the best lighting for dining room?

Accepted Answer

The best lighting for the dining room is based on personal choice and the style of the room. The types of lights typically used in a dining room are general lighting and accent lighting. The dining room light should be at least 12 inches smaller than the table in all directions. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary lights.

Question 4

What is the cabinet in the dining room called?

Accepted Answer

What the cabinet in a dining room is called depends on its style. A long, low cabinet for the dining room can be called a sideboard or a buffet. China hutches, or hutches, are cabinets that have drawers or cabinets positioned below a display area that consists of shelves behind glass doors. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of dining room furniture.

Question 5

Should dining room chairs have arms?

Accepted Answer

Dining room chairs with arms require more space than armless ones.

Question 6

How long should a sideboard be in a dining room?

Accepted Answer

How long a sideboard should be in a dining room depends on the size of the space and the dimensions of the accompanying dining table. Generally, a dining table should be larger than a sideboard to ensure a balanced look. You also want to ensure that there is at least 24 inches of space between the sideboard and other furnishings to provide enough clearance for walking. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of sideboards.

Question 7

What is a dining room chair called?

Accepted Answer

A dining room chair is called a dining chair. However, depending on its style, you may also see a dining chair referred to by other names. Armless ones placed along the long sides of rectangular and oval tables are side chairs, while the chairs with arms that often go at the heads of tables are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.

Question 8

How can I tell how old my dining room set is?

Accepted Answer

To tell how old your dining room set is, you can either consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer or research it yourself using trusted online resources. A great place to start is with the maker's markings, which you will often find under tabletops and seats. Along with the maker's name, some dining room furniture may even be marked with a production year or a serial, style or model number, which simplifies the research process. Should you only find a name, read about the maker and learn when it produced sets similar to yours to get a rough idea of the age of your set. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of dining room sets.

Question 9

What is the back of a dining room chair called?

Accepted Answer

The entire back of a dining chair is simply called the chair back. It may have another name that more accurately describes the shape such as an X back or a cross back. The individual parts of a chair back include the ear, top rail, cross rail, stile and back post. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary dining chairs from top sellers around the world.

Question 10

What is the best paint for a dining room table?

Accepted Answer

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Question 11

What is a good centerpiece for a dining room table?

Accepted Answer

There are many kinds of centerpieces for your dining room table — it is a matter of preference. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of vintage and antique centerpieces to meet any design style or decor scheme. There are modern, Art Deco, neoclassical, and more styles of centerpieces for you to choose from.

Question 12

How can you tell how old a dining room chair is?

Accepted Answer

To tell how old a dining room chair is, look for a stamp, brand, tag or label under its seat or on its legs. Some makers include dates of manufacture in their markings for easy reference. If your chair doesn't display a date, conduct research using online resources to try and determine its age. The model number, line name and maker's name can all provide useful starting points for researching a dining chair. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer date your piece. Explore a wide variety of dining chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 13

Do my dining room chairs have to match my table?

Accepted Answer

No, your dining room table and chairs do not need to match. Coordinated colors and styles can add visual flair to a space, and is a great way to show off your personal style. Shop a collection of dining room tables and chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Question 14

What is the standard size of a dining room chair?

Accepted Answer

The seat of a dining room chair is typically 18 inches from the floor and 16 to 20 inches wide.

Question 15

What is the best wood for a dining room table?

Accepted Answer

The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. But a widely used wood for this furnishing is oakwood. It is the most durable wood with wide and open grain. It withstands surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. A collection of dining tables spanning different periods, materials, and shapes is available on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What are dining room chairs with arms called?

Accepted Answer

Dining room chairs with arms are simply called armchairs. They are not to be confused with armchairs used in seating areas. A dining chair without arms is a side chair. You'll find a collection of antique and vintage dining chairs on 1stDibs.

Question 17

How do I protect my woven dining room chairs?

Accepted Answer

To protect your woven dining chairs, try a fabric protection spray designed for the specific type of material. Follow the application directions printed on the bottle for best results. Also, wipe your chairs clean after every meal with a slightly damp cloth to reduce the risk of stains. On 1stDibs, find a range of woven dining chairs.

Question 18

How much does a good dining room set cost?

Accepted Answer

On 1stdibs, a dining room set costs between $514 and $395,000.

Question 19

How many lights do I need for a dining room chandelier?

Accepted Answer

The typical dining room chandelier has four to six lights which is the optimum amount of light for a dining room

Question 20

What is the best shape table for a small dining room?

Accepted Answer

The best shape for a table in a small dining room can be a round table. A round table works well in small rooms and smaller square-shaped rooms. It creates a cozy setting, so it is the best shape for a small group of people. Visually, it seems to occupy less space than a rectangle because of the rounded corners, and this also means that it has less surface area. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage round dining tables.

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