How to choose the size of a round table?

The diameter of a round table affects not only everyday comfort but also how the table looks in the room. A table that is too small may soon prove insufficient, while one that is too large can take up valuable space and make it harder to move around freely.

In this guide, we compare diameters of 70, 80, 90 and 100 cm. Each works best in a slightly different situation. Choose the size according to the number of people in your household, the room's dimensions and how you use the table every day.

70 cm round table: compact and visually light

A table with a diameter of 70 cm is the most compact option. It is particularly suitable for small kitchens, kitchenettes, studio flats and anywhere every centimetre matters.

This size is best suited to everyday use by 1–2 people. Two people can comfortably enjoy a meal or coffee at it. With more people, space on the tabletop becomes quite limited.

A 70 cm table can serve more than a practical purpose. Its small dimensions also make it an excellent piece that brings warmth to an interior, fills an empty space and gives the room a more homely feel, without dominating it.

A round tabletop introduces softer lines into an interior, so this table can look good in a small living room, by a window, in a kitchen corner or as a subtle addition to an open living area.

It is particularly useful when you want a table in the room but do not need a large surface for everyday meals.

80 cm round table: more space for two people

An 80 cm diameter sits between the smallest 70 cm tabletop and the larger 90 and 100 cm versions. It provides more space for place settings while remaining compact.

Consider this size primarily for everyday meals for two. Compared with a 70 cm tabletop, it is easier to arrange plates and drinks and leave some space in the middle. A third seat can be useful occasionally, but comfort depends on the width of the chairs, the spacing of the table legs and the size of the place settings. It should not be treated as a guarantee of comfortable seating for three.

An 80 cm tabletop works well in a small kitchen, kitchenette or studio flat when 70 cm is too small but there is no room for a larger table. The diameter differs by only 10 cm, but you must also check the space needed to pull out chairs.

Our 70 and 80 cm tables come in the York model.

90 cm round table: more space without a large footprint

A 90 cm diameter offers noticeably more freedom than 70 cm while still working well in homes without room for a very large table.

This table usually seats 2–3 people comfortably. The tabletop provides more space for plates, drinks and extras, making it better suited to longer meals.

It also allows one or two people to use a laptop, notes or other items spread out on the tabletop more comfortably, without constantly clearing space.

A 90 cm table fits well in medium-sized kitchens, dining rooms and living rooms with a kitchenette, especially where it is used regularly but should not dominate the room.

100 cm round table: more room and greater comfort

If you have a little more space, consider a table with a diameter of 100 cm.

This size gives you considerably more room during everyday meals. A 100 cm table comfortably seats 2–4 people, depending on the width of the chairs and the seating arrangement.

A larger tabletop also means more space in the middle. You can easily place larger dishes, jugs or extras there without reducing the room available to those sitting at the table.

It is also a good choice for people who use the table for work, study or other everyday activities that require a larger surface, as well as for meals.

A 100 cm table works best in larger kitchens, dining rooms and living rooms, where enough space can be left around it and where it can play a more prominent role in the interior.

All three of our models — York, Zeus and Xavi — come in 90 and 100 cm and differ in the shape of the base.

How much space do you need around a round table?

When choosing a diameter, consider more than just the tabletop's dimensions. The space needed to pull out chairs comfortably and walk around the table is equally important.

A good rule is to leave around 75–90 cm of clear space between the table edge and a wall or another piece of furniture.

In practice, this means:

• a 70 cm table is best placed in a space at least about 220–250 cm wide,

• an 80 cm table needs roughly 230–260 cm,

• a 90 cm table needs roughly 240–270 cm,

• a 100 cm table works best in a space about 250–280 cm wide.

If the main walkway runs behind the chairs, leave a little more room.

Which round table size should you choose?

If saving space is your main priority and the table will mostly be used by one or two people, 70 cm is a practical choice. It also works well when the table should be a visually light part of the room rather than overwhelming it.

If the table is mainly for two people but you need more space for place settings than a 70 cm tabletop provides, consider 80 cm. It offers a balance between saving space and enjoying more comfortable everyday meals.

If you need a slightly larger tabletop for 2–3 people while keeping relatively compact proportions, consider 90 cm.

A 100 cm table is a good choice if you want more freedom, comfortable seating for 2–4 people and extra tabletop space.

A well-chosen table should suit not just the number of people, but above all the proportions of the whole room and how it will be used every day.

A round table in a small interior

Round tables work particularly well in smaller rooms. Without corners, it is easier to move around them, and the furniture itself looks lighter.

They also suit rooms with less regular layouts, where a conventional rectangular table might obstruct movement.

Before choosing a table, measure the intended location carefully, mark its planned outline on the floor and check that there is still a comfortable walkway once the chairs are in place.

Summary

No single diameter is best for every interior.

70 cm suits spaces where saving room and keeping the interior light are most important.
80 cm provides more space for two people's place settings while remaining compact.
90 cm provides more room for 2–3 people while retaining fairly compact proportions.
100 cm offers more tabletop space and comfort for 2–4 people.

The best choice is therefore a size that suits both how you use the table and how much space is actually available in the room.