Is it your turn to host a holiday dinner this year? No matter if you're having family over or keeping celebrations small this season, it's never too early to begin making your arrangements.
From creating a cozy living room to entertain guests, to a dining room space that can accommodate your large family, here are our tips for the furniture that works best for hosting a holiday feast:
Consider benches for added dinner seating
There's nothing more frustrating than trying to fit a hodgepodge of folding chairs and existing seating around a table. The Family Handyman pointed out that a dining bench is a much more practical solution for seating several more people around the table. Better yet, benches are an aesthetically pleasing touch no matter the theme of your dining room, and are easily hidden under the table when not in use if you're tight on space.
While wood is a popular material for benches, upholstered or cushioned seating is also an option.
Add tables near other seating
Of course, not all holiday festivities, or meals, for that matter, will take place solely in the dining room. It's important to have extra tables you can deploy for guests to place their drinks and plates or even to put out appetizers and desserts before or after the main course. Your guests will likely want to mill about your home and find a place they feel comfortable, like your sofa.
On the same note, you can add some functional seating and dining furniture in your other living spaces. A counter-height table with chairs can be the perfect addition to your living room or hallway as another area for guests to congregate and relax.
Invest in a larger table
The staple of a dining room is the table. It should be large enough to accommodate your family and guests, especially if you frequently host dinner parties. Getting a high-quality dining room table means you already have the setup to host holiday dinner. However, if you don't want a large tabletop taking up extra room in your space when it's just you and your family, you may want to opt for a table with an extension leaf that can easily be added and removed depending on the length you need.
Hang a mirror
Finally, don't forget to add a mirror in your dining room. The Spruce explained that placing a large mirror on the wall can have the same effect as a window; enlarging and brightening the space it's in. The best part is you can also get creative with the size, shape and frame you choose. Add one to the wall of your dining room and touch it up with a festive garland as a final touch to decorating the space.
Arwood's offers a huge selection of dining room furniture and accessories when you need to host a holiday dinner. Take a look our the website or come into the store for expert advice on how to create the perfect atmosphere for this time of year.
