Live Edge Table Seating Capacity Guide
Live edge tables are known for varying in both length and width. Some tables we build are 12′ + long and 5’+ wide. Others are a fraction of that starting around 5′ by 3′. A common question we get about these tables is from customers wondering how many people each size can seat. In this guide, we’ll breakdown the seating capacities of our dining room tables.
Breakdown of Seating Capacity For Rectangular Tables
Below we breakdown the seating capacity of rectangular tables. Most of our epoxy river tables are designed to be a perfect rectangle and our live edge slab tables typically use relatively straight and even slabs. The charts below should give you a rough idea on the size table you’ll need to fit your family or group. Please note that these are just estimates and table capacity will increase the wider the table is. Our average table is around 42″ wide.
Formal Seating Capacities For Rectangular Tables - 30" Chair Spacing
| Table Size | Adult Seating Capacity |
|---|---|
| 54" Long | 4 People |
| 60"-72" Long | 6 People |
| 84"-96" Long | 8 People |
| 108"-120" Long | 10 People |
Family Seating Capacities For Rectangular Tables - 24" Chair Spacing
| Table Size | Adult Seating Capacity |
|---|---|
| 54"-66" Long | 6 People |
| 72"-84" Long | 8 People |
| 96"-108" Long | 10 People |
| 120" Long | 12 People |
Circular Table Seating Capacity
Tables that are circular in shape are commonly made with epoxy and wood slabs or from crosscut slabs known as cookies. These tables are typically smaller, but can hold up to 8 people if you have a large enough piece of wood! Below are estimates on how many people you can seat with both formal and family-style seating.
Formal Seating Capacities For Circular Tables - 30" Chair Spacing
| Table Diameter | Adult Seating Capacity |
|---|---|
| 42"-48" | 4 People |
| 54" | 5 People |
| 60" | 6 People |
| 72" | 8 People |
Family Seating Capacities For Circular Tables - 24" Chair Spacing
| Table Diameter | Adult Seating Capacity |
|---|---|
| 42" | 5 People |
| 48"-54" | 6 People |
| 60" | 8 People |
| 72" | 10 People |
Benches Vs. Chairs For A Higher Seating Limit
We often make benches for one or both sides of smaller dining tables as they allow you to fit more people at the dining table. Bench seating can also be used for children eating at the table. With benches, you can allow around 18″ of space for each child. This will allow you to seat more people come dinnertime.
If you’re interested in seating more people at a smaller table, bench seating can do just that. Benches can be designed for adults with more supports so that they can hold more weight than those designed for children.
Wondering How Many People Your Live Edge Table Will Fit? We Can Help.
Being honest, the capacity of a live edge table will vary from piece to piece from factors such as the size of the people at the table, the chairs you choose, the base you choose, and the overall width of the table. If you have any questions regarding the capacity of your dream table, simply contact us online. If you’re interested in shopping a specific size based on the seating charts above, simply use the links below!
Nolan is one of the original members of the team at Lancaster Live Edge. Formerly, Nolan was the Marketing and Sales Manager at our company, and he also spent several hours a day building tables and custom furniture in our shop. Now, Nolan helps with our marketing initiatives. Prior to his time at Lancaster Live Edge, Nolan worked for years for his family’s custom home building company and has built everything from custom furniture to cabins to home additions.
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