When we think about table and chairs in our routine lives, we hardly ever attach any importance to it. However, every day, we are use different types of table and chairs.

In fact, table and chairs are one such piece of furniture in our homes, where we can have some peaceful moments. For example, it is always on the tables and chairs, where we have a warm cup of coffee to cheer our day, have pleasant moments on the dining table with our family, kids doing their home work on kids table, or the pleasure of enjoying on a patio table. Most of the kitchen work such as cutting, cleaning of vegetables is done on the kitchen table. Thus, table and chairs are integral part of our routine life.

Let us take a look on various types of tables and chairs:

Kids Table and chair: Kids table and chairs are used for younger kids up to the age of 6 to 8 years. Generally, these come with cartoon characters, or alphabets and numbers etc. Kids generally use it as a play thing and also use it as a study table.

Some tables have chairs attached to it. However, these are uncomfortable to get in and out and there are chances that the child may fall. So, it is better to have tables and chairs separate. If you have more kids, you can get chairs separately. Generally, the set of table and chairs is for one or two kids.

These are for our bundle of joy. The most important point to be borne in mind is the safety of the baby. Preferably, you should have chair with a safety belt. Moreover, the chair should be sturdy, so that it does not overturn, thereby hurting the baby. These are meant for babies who are just learning to sit and can be used up to 4 years.

If the space in your kitchen permits, it is better to have a small kitchen table with 2 to 4 chairs. You can have a quiet coffee, plus can do some writing work peacefully. If you are tired, you can rest for a couple of minutes, or can do some of the kitchen work while seating on the chairs. The chairs of the kitchen table should be kept as basic as possible. There are chances that food particles may fall on the chair while eating or cutting vegetables etc. Therefore, use wooden chairs, so that they can be wiped clean easily.

Dining table is an important piece of furniture and should be chosen carefully. It should match the rest of the décor in the house. You should choose the dining table, depending on the size of your family, size of your dining room and also based on your socializing habits. If you are just 3 or 4 members in the family but you host parties frequently, then you need to have a bigger dining table, where you can accommodate 10 to 12 people easily. The shape of the dining table should be decided by the size of the room. Glass top dining tables are considered best as it brightens the room and it can be matched with any décor.

Garden Table and Chairs- The patio table and chairs often remain neglected as they are kept outside the house. But this is the place, where during better climate you can enjoy having dinner outside or can host a small party.

The material chosen for the garden table and chairs should be heat and water resistant for it to last long. Garden table can be decorated by keeping an attractive centre piece on the table.

Before buying tables and chairs for any of your needs, you need to take the following points for consideration.

• When buying tables and chairs for kids or toddlers, take care that there are no nuts and bolts jutting out of the furniture. There are chances that while playing the kids might get hurt. Also, there should be no sharp edges on the tables or the chairs.
• Select a smaller table for the kitchen. After all, you won’t be inviting guests in the kitchen.
• For the dining table and chairs, select the shape of the table as per the space available. Round tables occupy more space and accommodate lesser people. If you have a big hall, then it is better to go for a rectangular shaped table. If you are staying in a smaller apartment, square table and chairs would be better.
• You can opt for a glass table top for dining table. The base could be wood, glass, aluminum or wrought iron, depending on the rest of the décor of the house. Select the chairs according to the base of the table. Select chairs that are easy to maintain and clean.
•  The material of the patio table as well as the chairs should be resistant to climatic changes.
• Select high chairs with bar table.
•  Always wipe clean the tables and the chairs after use with a wet sponge. The stains are easy to remove, when fresh.
• If the tables and chairs are made of wood, use wood polish to maintain the spark.

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