In the next couple of months, we will be in the market for a new dining table – I know, how exciting? (!) Actually it really is. I feel as though after 16 years of marriage it might be our first, proper, grown ups dining table. Not grown up in the sense of a traditional dark wood item but grown up because we’re now past the stage of having to cover the seats in oilcloth and we no longer need to be sure that it can be wiped down after a child scribbles on it. So, fabulous as our Ikea table has been, I won’t be sorry to say goodbye to it. Instead we can choose something that we actually like – now there’s a revelation. It needs to seat 10 people and we fancy something industrial. And here’s a selection of what I’ve come across so far….
The Arden table and bench set from Graham & Green (£1800) has a cement fibre top and is 240cm long, which is a pretty good size. My problem is that I’m not sure about benches. Mr SG likes the idea and whilst it’s true that they do seat more people, they’re a real pain unless everyone on the bench likes being the same distance away from the table. Which knowing our family will never be the case and I can imagine arguing throughout a whole meal – which on reflection is not much different to usual.
Also from Graham & Green is this zinc table (£1200). It’s 210cm long and its styling makes it less industrial than the one above. I think that this is a great compromise for those who still prefer a table which is more traditional in its styling, whilst using more modern materials. With so many of us having wooden floors, the zinc top makes a nice contrast and breaks things up a little, plus with this option it’s possible to have a little more fun with the seating styles. I like the idea of having mis-matched chairs with this table. Sadly though Mr SG doesn’t like the table at all so I don’t think that chairs, either mis-matched or otherwise, will be featuring.
Loaf has this gorgeous concrete conker table, which I went to take a look at when I was last in London. It comes in medium (160cm length £715), large (180cm length £755) and extra large (220cm length £855). The chairs/benches are extra but again I like that it offers a flexible approach to seating.
Made has this fawn dining table in zinc (£349). It’s a more compact option than some of the other tables, being only 140cm in length, making it perfect for smaller spaces. It’s designed to feel like a working table in an old manor house, or farmhouse, which is why zinc was used to top it.
For anyone who is now in the concrete mood – but not in the market for a new table – John Lewis has this concrete pendant light for £70…
Or for something even simpler to work into your décor without anyone else knowing for at least a couple of weeks (depending on how observant your husband/children/anyone else who is going to land you in it might be) a lamp is the perfect solution and John Lewis has this tall table lamp for £80 with other concrete bits and bobs here.
If any of you have come across any other industrial table sized gems then do feel free to let me know. I’ve also checked out Heals, M&S and John Lewis but there’s nothing there. I haven’t checked out proper “industrial” suppliers yet but I guess that might be the next step. We’re only at the very first stages of mulling things over so nothing is set in stone yet – or in concrete. (Dire. Groan. I know.)
I saw a gorgeous table at Neptune last week, we are looking for an extending one for 14 and theirs was lovely, greyish wood (my description not theirs !), few other options too. We have a bench at the moment but wouldnt again, everyone avoids it tbh and bags the chairs !! But yr family may be more amenable to the idea ?!
Hi Mrs N, thanks for the heads up. I haven't heard of Neptune before but I took a look online and it looks fabulous. I think that I've seen the table that you mean. And thanks re the benches – I will show your comment to my husband!!
What did you think about the Loaf Conker table? I have been considering buying it for a while but haven't had the opportunity to see it in person and was concerned that some of the website photos make it look a bit pale and plasticky. Would love to hear your opinion as you have great taste!
Hello and sorry for the late reply – we've been away without any internet/wifi. I wouldn't say that it's pale and plasticky in real life. I have a couple of close up snaps that I'm happy to text through to you so if you would like to email me at mail@bethgoodrham.com with your telephone number I'll whizz them over. You can zoom in on them quite well and really see the texture. Hope that helps! Beth x
Thanks for this. I'm currently looking for a table with a zinc top that seats 8-10 people and have looked at the Loaf one online too. My concern with benches is how one's back starts to feel if you are sat there for any length of time, like at a dinner party. I hadn't thought about you comment about everyone wanting to be seated the same distance from the table – it's a good point. What I liked about the benches was that you could get a slightly smaller size bench and scootch them under the table so it makes the space look cleaner/neater. I have a question about the zinc top – does it get very hot? Our dining room is in our conservatory, so I want something that is exposed and can take a bit of bad treatment from the kids but still look kind of cool and aged for it. I don't want to use a table cloth any more, but will the zinc get very hot to the touch in the sun? Any knowledge on this much appreciated. Thanks
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