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With a family of five, we’re wondering what size kitchen table we should get to avoid a squeeze?

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Q With a family of five, we’re wondering what size kitchen table we should get to avoid a squeeze?

A. In big Irish families it’s always a bit of a dilemma as to how many you can squeeze around the dining table. A standard 86-90” rectangle table should comfortably seat 8 diners. Allow approximately 24” per dinner setting and an additional 6” for the placement of multiple cutlery and stemware when required. Dining-table chairs should be at least 15” wide with a depth of around 18-20”, with plenty of room around the table to pull them out. If you have the space, opt for a round/oval table with extendable leaves!.

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