The kitchen is perhaps the only place in the house where the whole family gathers several times a day at the dining table. In addition, during the holidays, many guests gather at the table and it often happens that one of them does not have enough space. And in order to prevent this from happening, there is such a variant of furniture as a folding kitchen table. It is about him that will be discussed today.
Furniture Feature
A folding kitchen table is an excellent solution for apartments that have a shortage of space. It is he who can significantly save free space. And all thanks to a special design, which can vary in size depending on the number of guests. In the assembled version, it is very compact, and when unfolded - it is very roomy. But unfortunately, unlike other options, the folding kitchen table has a less attractive appearance, so if you have enough free space, it is better to refrain from such a purchase. And if you really feel a lack of free space, this table is for you.
Criterias of choice
Despite the fact that a folding kitchen table is less popular than conventional non-folding counterparts, the range of such products is quite large. In order not to get lost among many models, you need to determine in advance all the selection criteria, which we will talk about now.
Dimensions
Ideally, a folding kitchen table should not bring any inconvenience during use. Therefore, when choosing, pay particular attention to the size of the table when folded and unfolded. On average, about 60 centimeters of free space on a table are enough for one person. That is, if for example a bachelor lives in the house, a folding kitchen table 60x80 centimeters is the best option for him. For couples you need at least 100-160 centimeters of area.
Design choice
Much also depends on the appearance of the table , so do not rush to purchase the first model you come across. Best of all, the kitchen will look only if the table and the entire kitchen set are made in the same style.
For example, if the room is made in hi-tech style, the best choice would be a folding kitchen table with a glass top. But here you need to be very careful, since defective glass can break at the first impact on its surface. Remember that at the table there are always knives and forks that leave small scratches on the surface of the glass, so you should take care of the additional protective coating. In the case of the classic interior, the most reasonable solution is the wooden version. Here you can choose both natural and artificial material.
Location
Many, looking at such a table, would place it near the wall. In particular, this is true, since excess parts should not be present in the kitchen, but still, after purchase, it is better to place it at least 50 centimeters further from the wall (in case it has right angles). It is recommended to place the oval folding kitchen table in the center of the room, unless the place allows it of course.