Choosing Drop-Leaf Dining Tables for a Country Cottage
Cottage rooms are full of character, with low beams, thick walls, small windows and floors that are rarely level. They are also often compact and expected to do several jobs at once, which is exactly why the drop leaf dining table has such a long history in the English country home. In this guide, we explain how to choose one that suits both the scale and the spirit of a cottage. We look at oak, pine and painted finishes, how to measure rooms that are anything but square, and how gateleg, runner and bracket supports perform on uneven floors. We also cover shapes and placements that work well, from a table beneath a window for breakfast to a fully opened table in the centre of the room for friends. Chairs and benches with country character, simple seasonal styling, good lighting and straightforward care advice complete the picture for a table you will enjoy for years....
