A house becomes a home when you personalise it with your choice of décor and styling. Especially when it comes to a common area in the house like the dining room, which is not only a functional space with daily traffic but also a prized spot for hosting guests. That is why it is important to personalise this space with functional yet stylish furnishings that will leave every visitor feeling relaxed, warm, and invited. Learn how to create this vibe with this blog on planning and purchasing dining furniture online that will transform your dining room.
Online Shopping Vs. In-Store Shopping For Dining Furniture
We have all enjoyed the benefits of traditional in-store shopping. However, the last three decades have seen significant advantages to switching to online shopping- particularly when it comes to furniture. Some of the pros of shopping online include:
- Pricing: Online retailers are known to have lower overhead costs (think: rent and utilities) in comparison to retailers. This gives them the freedom to offer lower prices to customers who purchase online.
- Variety: Physical stores are restricted to a particular style, design, or variety that is available on the floor. Especially when it comes to dining table furniture, where customers may be forced to buy the chairs along with the table that they like. When purchasing online, the world is your oyster, specifically for a hard-to-get, mix-and-match dining set that you are looking for. The vast options available allow you to mix and match dining tables and chairs in all shapes, sizes, and styles.
- Convenience: Who does not love to shop in their pyjamas? Sit in the comfort of your own home and browse through a plethora of designs for your most beloved dining area. Additionally, shopping online gives you the convenience of comparing prices, specs, and designs without having to physically move between stores.
- Time friendly: Avoid the hassle of finding a store physically or long checkout lines. Liked a dining set online? Then select the item, save it in your cart, revisit it later if you wish, make payment when you are ready, and get the item delivered to your home.
These are just some of the benefits of purchasing online. Many furniture manufacturers, like Wakefit, offer additional benefits, like an extra discount for customers purchasing beyond the minimal transaction value and the ability to avail of EMI offers. This proves extremely pocket friendly and attractive for customers.
Types of Dining Furniture to buy online:
It’s easy to lose focus while browsing incessantly online for the most perfect dining furniture set for your space. To curb this habit and not succumb to an ill-fitting purchase, it is very important to first take measurements of the dining room to be realistic about table and chair dimension limits. Next, you will also need to consider what style you are most attracted to. Would it be modern dining furniture or a timeless Trestle dining set for the long term?
When it comes to planning the dining area furniture, there are a few key pieces that are also absolute musts. These are pieces of furniture that come together to create a ‘wow’ factor while making functional sense. Whether you choose to eat meals on the dining table or use it as a space to pursue your artistic hobbies- dining areas are incomplete without the following furniture.
Dining table
Considered the focal point of any dining room, this table is a showstopper. It’s important to decide if your dining table is going to be a 4-seater dining set or a larger table with seating capacity. Much like a 6-seater dining table that has the length and width to seat 6 people. Dining tables also come in different materials like stone, glass, marble, ceramic, plywood, metal, slate, and so much more. However, the most durable and timeless option continues to be wood. Brands like Wakefit excel at producing some of the most sturdy and stylish wooden tables. The Cinnamon (4 seater) Natural Teak Wood dining table can be bought as an independent piece. Its earthy and royal finish can match almost any theme selected for your bespoke dining area. Additionally, being a high-traffic space, your table must be easy to maintain and clean. So choose a material for the table that doesn’t need frequent polishing and doesn’t shatter, creating safety hazards- much like a wooden table.
Dining tables also come in different shapes- oval, square, rectangle, circle, extendable, and many more. Pick the one that allows space for movement around the table and doesn’t cramp your space.
Dining chairs
Now that you have the perfect table, pick chairs that are comfortable to sit on for your guests and are ergonomic. Take your time in choosing these, as you will be using them daily. Browse online for the many options in chairs like armed chairs, wooden chairs, fabric chairs, etc. Don’t forget, dining chairs do not need to match your table to the dot but should feel cohesive in the overall feel.
Buffet tables
These are great options to consider for storing extra serving ware or cutlery. Additionally, if you are looking to create a functional space, buffet tables take it a notch higher with their storage options and style statement.
The non-negotiables of buying the best dining furniture online
To summarise, when buying dining furniture online, decide upon:
- Style– modern? Rustic? Traditional? Narrow down options.
- Budget– Set a limit on how much you are willing to spend and factor into a budget. Consider if you need brand new furniture or if reupholstery of existing furniture is a possibility.
- Materials– Decide on what types of materials best suit your lifestyle and décor sense. Soft suede? Grainy granite? Naturally stained wood?
- Brands– It’s important to choose reliable brands that meet product and delivery standards. Buying directly from manufacturers like Wakefit cuts out any middleman charges too, thereby saving money!
Plan your warm and inviting space online before plunging into purchasing decisions. It gives you time to reflect on the most appropriate choices for your dining area.
