Square Pedestal Dining Table

Emily Hilton Interior Design Expert

Emily is a young, talented designer, whose professional interests gravitate towards kitchen and dining spaces. She prides herself on her attention to detail, obsession with functionality, and appreciation for craftsmanship.

Updated 07/04/2021

No one likes to kick a table leg. And you don't have to with our collection of square pedestal tables for your dining pleasure. These are fantastic, beautiful, and made of only the finest materials. They come in plenty of styles with a myriad of different pedestals, every one of them sturdy enough to hold the tabletop without tettering. See collection for more

Buying Guide

Square dining tables are cozy space-savers. They make the most use of limited spaces and they facilitate interaction between users. Added with pedestal bases, they look incredibly graceful, which is the exact reason why more and more homeowners are integrating them into their home setting.

The massive demand for this type of dining table resulted in a large selection on the internet with tables in all sizes, seating capacity, and material imaginable. To ensure that you explore the online market with the ability to make the right choice, here are tips to keep in mind when choosing a square pedestal dining table.

How to determine the right size for a square pedestal dining table?

Informal or casual and formal or dressy dining spaces require square pedestal dining tables that differ in size or seating capacity. For informal dining, it takes place on any surface so the seating capacity doesn’t matter. But for formal dining rooms, they need large square tables that are specifically made for formal meal service, holidays, and family rituals.

If you are looking for a square dining table with a pedestal base that can sit four, the ideal size is 43 inches, 3ft or 107 cm. The minimum size is 36 inches, 3 ft or 91 cm. If your space allows, you can have a 50-inch four-seater, which is great if the pedestal base is wide.
For a table that seats six, your dining room should be able to accommodate a table that is 48-60" in diameter to be able to squeeze in the number of people you want.
As for an eight-seater, the table is usually around 6 ft or 183 cm. If you want to go bigger, there are 7ft or 214 cm tables although they can seat up to ten people. Twelve people can also be squeezed around a table that’s 7 ft in diameter.

With regards to height, it varies depending on the table’s design but most pedestal dining tables come with the standard height. To ensure there’s enough space around your square dining table even when users cross their legs, it should at least have a clearance of 12 inches or 30 cm in between the tabletop and the chair seat. Take note: your dining table should not be too high or else it will become uncomfortable for eating. The standard height of pedestal dining tables is 30 inches.

What are the most durable materials for a square pedestal dining table?

Most square pedestal dining tables are made of wood; however, there are different types of wood which can make the buying process confusing.

If you want the most durable option, opt for hardwood like walnut, oak, teak, maple, and mahogany.

Although composite wood like MDF and plywood is durable, it’s only stable on the short term. It won’t be as sturdy and strong after years of use unlike hardwood so it is definitely not the best option if you’ll be using the table for decades. But, there’s a catch: a square pedestal dining table that’s made of engineered woods will still stand the test of time if it is only used occasionally.