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What can you do when you have a large party of guests to feed, a table that’s too small, and not a lot of room to work with? This is the perfect occasion for an extendable dining table. With this type of dining table you can add leaves to lengthen the dining surface, and when the party is over and you need your space back, remove the leaves and push the table back to its original size.

Extendable tables may be square, rectangular or round. They are capable of holding just one leave, or up to four. Whatever your room décor, an extendable table will fit in. It can be constructed of wood, plastic, aluminum and more.

An extendable dining table is easy to use. To enlarge it, pull the table apart and insert the proper amount of leaves. To put it back to its original size, simply remove the leaves and push the two ends of the table together. Leaves can be stored in a closet or even under a bed.

Extendable Dining Table

Extendable dining tables are also useful when a large project is ongoing and you need more surface space. Just elongate the table, cover it with a table cloth for protection, and load it up with your project items. Sewing projects, artwork or crafts can be done in a more orderly fashion, with plenty of space in which to work. When the job is done, remove the table leaves and push the table ends together again. Extendable tables aren’t just for dinner anymore!

For convenience and elegance, nothing beats an extending dining room table. Perfect for any space, whether it’s a room in a home, apartment or trailer, extending dining room tables conform to your space and your needs. The traditional dining room table has evolved over the years, starting as a slab of wood perched atop four legs. As time has progressed, so too has the role played by dining room tables. Now, the center of family gatherings, celebrations, holiday meals, and even craft events, this table has come to represent unity and sharing.

An extending dining room table takes dining a step further. When space is an issue, the table remains in its original size and shape. However, when a social event requires a larger table and more seating, the extending table can be elongated by adding as many leaves as needed. Simply pull the two ends of the table apart, insert the leaves, add some chairs and you’re ready to entertain! Storing the leaves is easy. They’ll fit in most closets, or even under the bed.

Extending Dining Room Table

Extending dining room tables don’t have to be square. They may be round, oval or even hexagonal. They may be constructed of nearly any material—oak, pine, plastic or metal. The chairs may be purchased with the table. If you buy extra chairs to use when your table is in its fullest position, those chairs can be placed in various corners of rooms, or used in bedrooms when they are no longer needed. Folding chairs are another option when considering what type of extra chairs to purchase.