For large meals, big parties, or great gatherings there’s no better dining accommodation than a square extending dining table. When not in use, this table remains at its shortest length. However, when the party starts and the guests arrive, this dining table can be extended by adding leaves. It’s a perfect solution for saving space, but not giving up hosting huge meals.

Square extending tables are typically constructed of wood. One, two or three leaves will accompany the table, depending on how large it extends to. Simply pull the table apart and insert the leaves. When not in use, the leaves are easily stored in a closet or beneath a bed.

When purchasing an extending table, consider the room in which it will sit. Be certain that the table can be opened to its full length, and still leave room for extra chairs. There’s no sense owning the table if it won’t fit into the desired setting.

In order to protect the table and its extra leaves, purchase a pad that is cut to the correct size of the table in its shortest position. Then purchase additional pads which fit just the leaves. In this way you can protect your dining table no matter if it’s elongated or at its original size. The best table cloth to use is one that will cover your extending dining table with all its leaves inserted. When using the table without any leaves inserted, simply fold the table cloth in half and use it that way. Another option is to have two different sized table cloths on hand.

When it comes to dining tables nothing surpasses an oak extending dining table. Oak is a rich, durable hardwood that will last for years and years. No matter the size of your home or apartment, an extending table can grow to suit any dining needs.

Oak has been used in table construction for hundreds of years. As our dining needs have evolved, so too has the oak dining table. Today’s oak tables are built to last, with a lustrous finish and plenty of amenities. Extending tables come with leaves that can be added to the table-top, enlarging the table and allowing room for more diners. When the meal is over, the leaves are removed and stored. The table is then returned to its original size.

If you’re considering an extending dining table it is important to measure the room it will be in. Then measure the table in its fully extended position. Be certain the table will fit in the designated room, remembering to leave allowance for the extra chairs.

Maintaining an oak dining table requires little effort. Keep the wood lustrous by applying wax. Or for a more permanent solution, give the table two coats of polyurethane or varnish. Keep the oak protected during meals by using place mats or a table cloth. And when placing hot items on the oak table, be sure to use a trivet or some other protective item, such as a pot holder or dish towel. This will prevent the wood from becoming scorched from the heat.