Guide to Choosing a Wooden Children’s Table & Chairs
Feb 24, 2017
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Kids table and chair sets are a staple for every family – they come with many benefits and are a great addition to the playroom or kid’s bedroom. Every child loves to have their own furniture that fits them just right, where they can do all their favourite activities and which they can call their own.
Little table and chairs create autonomy and independence for kids. They limit their frustration with oversized tables and help promote good posture as kids can sit properly with their feet reaching the ground. Imagine having to work and eat at a table with your feet dangling and where you can barely reach your plate! Kids tables are also ideal for messy arts and craft activities. You no longer have the worry of your furniture getting ruined.
This guide is specifically about wooden kids table and chair sets as we believe they are the most beneficial and durable. We hope it will give you some assistance in deciding what to purchase for your family.
Features to Consider
- The size of the table – what best fits in the space you have?
- The height of the table and chairs – does it best suit your child’s age and height?
- Can your child’s feet touch the ground or is there a crosspiece on the chair for them to rest their feet on?
- What type of wood is the table made from – is it solid wood or composite wood?
- What type of care does the wood require - is it easy to clean?
- How many chairs can fit around the table - would you like extra chairs for friends and siblings?
- What weight can the chairs take - can they take an adult’s weight if you decide to sit with them?
- Do you want back support in the wooden chair for your child to lean on?
- Are there sharp edges on the table or rounded edges for safety?
- Would you like a water resistant table that is suitable for outdoors as well?
- Do you prefer natural grains and tones or a painted wooden table and chair?
- Would you prefer a square, round or rectangle table?
- What special features would you like? See our special feature picks below for some ideas.
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Our Top "Special Feature" Picks
- If you'd like something colourful, check out the KidKraft Highlighter Table & Chair Set (pictured above).
- If you’d like draws and compartments for toys and stationary, check out the Qtoys Kids Play and Work Desk or the KidKraft Heart Table and Chair Set
- If you’d like a bigger table to fit more than 2 chairs, check out the Qtoys Rectangle Table & Stacking Chairs
- If you’d like something more ‘picnic’ style that can also be used outdoors, check out the Qtoys Tree Top Outdoor Setting
- If you’d like a toddler table and chairs that provides extra support, check out the Qtoys Square Table and Toddler Chairs
- If you’d like something round and natural looking, check out the Natural Round Table and Chair Set.
Benefits of Wooden Table & Chairs
- Durable and long lasting make it a worthwhile investment that can be passed on
- Strong and sturdy to withstand kids play
- Natural warmth, and aesthetic appeal when unpainted
- Better for environment, especially when sourced from plantation or recycled wood
There are so many options to choose from when purchasing a kids table and chair set. We hope this guide has helped you consider what to look for when making that purchase. You can view our full range of kids wooden table and chair sets here.