Dining tables are indeed important for every single home. But the main problem comes while choosing the wood, the type of finish that will suit the table, and also the type of the table itself.

So, here we have discussed all that you need to know while choosing a dining table.

What are the types of wood used to manufacture a 4 seater dining set?

The first thing that usually makes the decision variable is the type of wood required for the manufacturing of the wood. Generally, a wooden dining table seat has polishes or finishes. But, the quality, texture, grain, and cost of the wood matters a lot in choosing the best four seater dining table set.

1. Maple wood

It has a closed-grain structure, which makes it look finished and smooth. You can hardly differentiate between the various wood layers in case of maple. It is moisture resistant but can suffer from insect infestations. It is one of the hardest woods known till date.

2. Oak

It is the second hardest wood with high moisture resistance. It is very much durable and hence can withstand a lot of wear and tear. It has large open grains which highlight the texture of the wood.

3. Pine

The distribution of the wood grains is smooth and even. It is softwood and hence suffers a lot of scratches.

4. Walnut

Walnut is another wood that is quite hard and is durable enough to withstand a lot of pressure and force. However, it has a low resistance to insect infestations.

5. Sheesham

Sheesham has been in use for a long time as the wood is known for its impeccable hardness, durability, and longevity.

6. Mango

The newest addition to this list is the mango wood. It is less durable but comes within the affordable range.

What are the types of wood finishes you can choose? 

The wooden furniture is not sold raw. After they are made smooth, they are covered with various finishes. These finishes come in various forms which either highlights the original texture of the wood or completely provides a new look to the four seater dining set.

· Lacquer

Usually applied using a solvent, this is the very basic finish you can have for your dining set. The finish dries up quickly, leaving behind a sheen ranging from matte to highly glossy.

· Varnish

Varnish takes more time to dry and hence can be used to bring out the little details of the wooden texture.

· Polyurethane

It is a clear finish that can be applied easily without having to frag the brush on the wooden surface.

· Latex

Latex is generally used in case of previously painted furniture, where the finish accentuates the grain texture of the wood.

· Oil-based paints

It is an extremely safe and affordable finish option. These come in both glossy and matte finish, which makes it easy for you to keep your dining set vibrant.

What are the types of dining table 4 seater?

A 4 seater dining table set can be classified into multiple categories based on some differentiating classes.

·  Based on the shape 

Based on the shape of the dining table, the tabletop can be usually classified into the following types:

1) Rectangular

2) Circular

3) Oval

4) Square

5) Irregular

6) Wavy

·  Based on the style 

Here, you can choose from the different styles of the dining tables:

1) Rustic

2) Modern

3) Traditional

4) Contemporary

· Another way to classify the dining table is by deciding whether you will have an extendable table or not.

· You can also choose a storage dining table or a simple one.