- How should I hang a chandelier?
The lowest portion should be 27 to 30 inches above the tabletop. Of course, there can always be exceptions, depending on the fixture and your ceiling height.
- How big should a rug be in proportion to the table?
A rug should be at least 2 feet larger than the table on every side to keep the chair legs on the rug at all times. I personally like for a rug to fill a room and be 12 to 18 inches from the wall.
- How big should the table be?
The edge of your table should be at least 3 feet from the wall or another piece of furniture to allow people to sit and stand comfortably.
- How many chairs should I fit around a table?
Plan for at least 2 feet of table surface for each chair. For example, a 10-foot-long table can have five chairs across and two at each end to seat 12 people.
- How tall should dining chairs be?
Chair seats should be 18 to 19 inches from the floor. If you want guests to linger, opt for padded, upholstered seat backs.
