15/10/2026
Fell in love with a dining table in the showroom, then wondered if it’ll actually fit at home? 🤔
The table size is only half of it. You also need about 90 cm of clearance all round so chairs pull out and people can walk past without squeezing.
Quick guide:
🍽️ 4 seater: 120 to 140 cm
🍽️ 6 seater: 150 to 180 cm
🍽️ 8 seater: 200 to 220 cm
Tight on space in an HDB or BTO flat? An extendable table stays compact on weeknights and opens up when guests come over.
Our guide covers measurements, shapes, lighting and a tape-on-the-floor trick to test your layout before you buy.
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Dining table size guide for Singapore homes. Find the right length for 4, 6 or 8 seaters, clearance rules for HDB and condos, and Italian extendable picks.