Decorate your dining room to complement your round dining table.
Decorate your dining room in a way that complements your round . Round dining tables work with various styles of decor including modern, traditional or eclectic. Round tables can work in small, tight spaces or oddly shaped rooms. They can also work in expansive dining rooms as they tend to appear to take up more space than rectangle or oval tables. Round tables also create an intimate feel because everyone sitting around a round dining table can easily see and converse with everyone else at the table.
Instructions
1. Place a rug in the center of the room if you plan to use one. When using a rug, it's important to choose a rug that is larger than the table so that all four legs of the chairs are on the carpet when the chairs are in use.
2. Hang a chandelier in the center of the room, if possible. The light fixture you choose should complement the formality of the room and match the scale of the table. For example, a fancy, grand chandelier would work with a large table in a formal dining room, but it would look ridiculous hanging over a small table in a casual or contemporary setting.
3. Situate your round table (and chairs) in the center of the room. Make sure there is enough room to walk behind the chairs when they're occupied. Add a china cabinet, shelves or a buffet against a wall if there's room. The pieces should match the table for a modern or traditional look, or mix and match different kinds of pieces for a country or eclectic feel.
4. Set the table using different shapes to add visual interest. For example, use round or square place mats, which can sit closer to the edge of a round table, leaving more room in the center of the table for decor or food. Place round dishes on a square mat, or square dishes on a round mat. Round or square napkin rings should complement the place mat.
5. Add a centerpiece that complements the colors, theme and mood of the room. For example, a classic vase and floral arrangement, candles or a bowl of fruit are common centerpieces. The centerpiece should be low enough for easy conversation across the table, unless you intend to remove it before each meal.
6. Accessorize the dining room with colors, fabrics and other items that complete the decor. For example, if your chairs are covered in a rich, red fabric, use the same fabric (or something similar) for the curtains. Place vases, bowls or dishes on shelves or in a china cabinet that complement the table setting. Hang art, a mirror or candle sconces on the walls that tie it all together.
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