Dark Wood Dining Table Ideas
Add a function and style to your eating area with a dark wood dining room table from Dutch Craft Furniture of Berlin. From solid Walnut wood to dark stained Cherry or Maple, we offer a wide range of options. Amish furniture makers in Ohio build our extendable dining tables one at a time, allowing for custom requests. Explore our gallery online to find the best dark wood dining room table and chairs for your space.
Classic Dark Wood Round Dining Table Styles
The Alberta Round Table is our top selling, large dark wood round table for 6-8 people. Shown in distressed Maple wood with Rich Tobacco stain, the Alberta table is a classic. Choose a self-storing leaf to add flexibility to this dark wood extendable dining table.
Small dark wood round tables like the Ellington or the Carlisle often pair a black base with wood-stained tabletops. The space saving, drop leaf table features a Maple wood base and contrasting dark Cherry wood tabletop.
Hardwood Options for a Dark Brown Dining Table
Amish tables in dark colors come in a variety of wood options. Dark stain colors like Gunsmoke, Rich Tobacco, Ebony and Stone Brown shine throughout our collection. These stain colors are available on Red or White Oak, Maple, Cherry, Hickory, Elm or Walnut wood. Each hardwood has its own characteristics and texture that creates a unique style.
Oak is a time-tested favorite wood throughout all Amish furniture styles. From tables to bedroom furniture and desks, Oak is an affordable hardwood option well known for durability and strength. The Janka scale rates Red Oak at 1290 and White Oak at 1360.
Many people recognize Oak with light, honey-colored stains popular in the 90s. Red Oak was more common, often seen with Fruitwood or S-2 stain. The warm undertones in the wood darken with age and exposure to sunlight. Adding a dark stain like Asbury Brown instantly updates a Red Oak wood table with a contemporary style.
White Oak has a modern feel in comparison to Red Oak, with a slightly higher price tag. The classic Farmhouse Trestle table with a white painted base features a Rustic White Oak tabletop with Stone Brown stain.
Maple and Cherry wood have similar texture and durability ratings, ranked at 950 on the Janka scale. The even texture of the wood grain creates a smooth dark finish, excellent in formal dining spaces. Many Maple and Cherry wood tables with dark stains like Rich Tobacco feature a lightly distressed tabletop. The added distress hides light scratches that may accumulate over time.
Hickory wood is the hardest wood option for Amish furniture, ranking at 1820 on the Janka scale. The natural variation in color and texture throughout the wood grain add to the interest and style of Hickory. Classic dark stains like Gunsmoke and Stone Brown are favorites on Hickory wood.
Elm wood tabletops are a favorite option for black table bases. The Classic Shaker dining set features Maple wood with Ebony stain for the table base and chair frames. Elm wood with Michael's Cherry stain on the tabletop and chair seats adds beautiful contrast.
Dark Walnut wood tables like the Modern Farm Leg Table feature no wood stain at all, just a clear finish. Walnut has a rich, dark brown color naturally with a fine grain texture. Exposure to sunlight tends to lighten Walnut wood table sets with time.
Considerations for Dark Wood Dining Tables
A dark stain on wooden tabletops may show scratches and knicks over time. Choose a hardwood like Oak or Hickory with variation in the grain texture to better hide these light scratches. Often a scratch is barely visible and blends into the wood grain.
Consider a plank distressed top if you prefer dark stained Maple or Cherry wood for tables that will receive daily wear and tear. The distressed wood acts like wood with more grain variation, allowing small dents and scratches to blend into the wood seamlessly.
Formal dining rooms with smooth, dark wood tables may prefer using placemats or adding a table pad to protect the table. A sleek, dark stain like Rich Tobacco on Maple wood creates a stunning focal point in a formal dining area.
Dining Room Colors for a Dark Wood Table
Light, neutral paint colors are a perfect backdrop for a beautiful, dark wood dining table. Warm whites and creamy paint colors showcase a dark brown dining room table beautifully.
Consider your flooring as well when choosing a table color. Choose a stain color that complements your wood floors. Designers recommend choosing furniture several shades darker or lighter than the flooring. Adding a rug is another way to create separation and provide contrast between the table and floor.
Why is Solid Wood Better Than Veneer for Dark Wood Extendable Dining Tables?
A dark wood dining table in solid wood is an investment that lasts for many years. The protective finish is a catalyzed conversion varnish guaranteed against water rings and is heat resistant to 220 degrees. If your table receives scratches and dents in the wood, you may choose to refinish the table. Talented woodworkers sand the tabletop to remove the finish and the damage, then refinish your table.
When refinishing a solid wood dining table, it will look brand new. Veneer wood tables are often difficult to repair after a dent in the top and end up in the landfill.
Choosing Chairs for a Dark Wood Dining Set
Finding the perfect chair style for your dark wooden table will complete the dining set. Visit our showroom in downtown Berlin, Ohio to experience our Amish dining chairs. Wood chairs like the Kowan, Austin and Fostoria are surprisingly comfortable with the steam bent backs providing lumbar support.
Upholstered chairs add formality and comfort at the dinner table. Encourage lingering at the table by adding Amish upholstered dining chairs like the Parson, Emerson or Shreveport. A wide range of easy to clean fabric options lets you design the perfect upholstered chairs for your style.
Solid wood dining tables in beautiful, dark stain colors instantly refresh your kitchen or dining room. From classic rectangular tables to round and oval shapes, our team will guide you through the options for all dining room sets. For more information and assistance in creating the perfect dark wood kitchen table, contact Dutch Craft Furniture today.
