Wood Dining Tables

Allow 100–120 cm of clearance on the sides where chairs will pull out, and at least 80 cm behind for comfortable circulation. In a typical British dining room (3 × 4 metres), a 180 cm wood dining room table with chairs fits beautifully.

To protect a wood top dining table from heat damage, always use trivets or heat mats under hot dishes and pans, as direct heat can cause discolouration or blistering of the surface finish. For scratch protection, use placemats and tablecloths during meals. FW Homestores recommends periodic re-oiling or waxing of a wood top dining table depending on the finish, to keep the surface nourished and more resistant to marks.

Whilst our wood dining tables don't feature extending mechanisms, their solid construction means no wobble or flex—even when your toddler decides to use the table edge as a climbing frame.

A well-maintained wood top dining table typically improves with age — the surface develops a natural patina, small marks become part of the character, and the timber deepens in colour and richness over time. This is one of the enduring appeals of a wood top dining table over glass or laminate alternatives. FW Homestores' wood dining table collection features pieces crafted from timber species selected for exactly this kind of graceful ageing.1

Mango wood dining tables offer rich, varied grain with golden-to-dark tones and impressive sustainability credentials (the timber comes from retired fruit trees). Oak is harder-wearing with more subtle grain, ideal for heirloom pieces.

FW Homestores' wooden dining room tables are crafted from a variety of timber species including solid oak, reclaimed pine, and acacia, each offering a different grain pattern, hardness, and tone. Oak wooden dining room tables are particularly popular for their durability and light, neutral colouring, while reclaimed pine brings a more rustic, knotted character. The product descriptions for each piece specify the timber used so you can choose accordingly.

Minor scratches are part of timber's lived-in charm. Most marks can be buffed out with a soft cloth and a touch of furniture oil. Unlike veneer, solid wood can be sanded and refinished if you fancy a refresh in future years.

Wooden dining room tables are generally more forgiving than glass or stone alternatives in a busy family setting. Minor scratches on wood can often be sanded and refinished, whereas chips or cracks in glass or stone are far harder to repair. Wooden dining room tables also don't show fingerprints as readily as glass and are warmer to the touch, making them a more practical choice for households with children. FW Homestores' collection covers a range of durable timber options ideal for family dining.

Absolutely. Round tables are wonderfully forgiving—mix vintage Windsor chairs with modern upholstered styles, or keep it cohesive with matching timber frames. The lack of corners makes them brilliant for conversation flow.

You've got 14 days to decide if your new wood dining table is the one. If it's not quite right, we'll collect it free of charge from mainland UK addresses. It must be unassembled/repackaged, and we'll refund you in full once it's back at our London warehouse.