Adding leaves to your table is a great way to make your table more versatile. A leaf is typically 12" wide, and one or more can be inserted into the middle of our dining tables to create additional chair space if you're expecting guests.
Most of our tables will take up to four leaves, but some extension tables will take up to 12 leaves for large gatherings.
Leaf storage can be added to many tables as well, which creates a cavity inside the middle of the table, just below the table top, to store leaves when they are not being used. Different tables have different storing capabilities, so see each table description for details.
To give the edges under the table a more seamless look, leaf skirts can be added to the bottom ends of each leaf. Without skirts, the sliding mechanism may be more visible when looking at the table from the sides. Many tables will self store two leaves with skirts, and two without, which is something to consider when ordering leaf skirts.
Another popular style of leaf available on select tables is the butterfly leaf.ÂÂÂÂ The butterfly is a large self storing center leaf, typically 16-18" wide that is permanently built into the table.
When the table is expanded revealing the leaf, the leaf then rotates upward on a sturdy hinge to be level with the table top. Then, one half of the leaf un-folds flush with all surrounding table surfaces.ÂÂÂÂ Once the table ends are closed around the leaf, the table is ready to use. The video linked above clearly shows the mechanism in action.
Table Bases (click to see more)
Dining tables are available in different base designs with varying aesthetic and functional characteristics to consider. Trestle, pedestal, and leg tables are the three main types of bases, each having the potential for a diverse array of styling.
Generally speaking, trestle and double pedestal tables have superior strength, but less under-table space and limited seating capacity. Leg and single pedestal tables may not be as sturdy, but can offer expanded seating capacity and more under-table space.
Table Sizes & Seating (click to see more)
Each table we offer can be built with custom table top sizes to accommodate a wide number of chair quantities and arrangements.
Of course, the larger the table, the more chairs that can be seated. Keep in mind that different table bases and top shapes also affect chairs capacity and "under table" chair fitting.
Slides on a dining table refers to the mechanism under the table top that allows the table top halves to open and close when installing leaves into the table top.
The three types of slides available wooden slides, geared slides, and ball bearing slides. Geared slides are the most common, and are available as a standard option on most tables, while the ball bearing is a option upgrade.
Wooden slides are used mainly on extension leg tables which allow them to extend to twelve feet or more.
Table Top Shapes
Certain table models allow you to customize the shape of the table top to suit your style and size preferences. There are too many shape options to list for all Amish builders, but the chart below illustrates some examples.
The table edge is the shape or contour of the outer portion of the table top.
The table edge is considered detail work for the design of the table, but you might be surprised how much the edge can alter the appearance of the table
There are around a dozen different table edge shapes available between our dining table builders.
Side or Arm Chairs (click to see more)
For a reasonable price, side chairs (no arms) can be upgraded to arm chairs. The benefit of a side chair is it's clean looks, while arms on a chair give it a more stately look and somewhere to rest your arms!
Traditionally, side chairs are used along the side of the table, (thus the name), and arm chairs are used at each head of the table.
Of course there is no code of decor forbidding other arm and side chair configurations.
Wood or Upholstered Seats (click to see more)
Dining & Bar Chair Seat Heights (click to see more)
Dining and bar chair seat heights are available in multiple sizes. Seat height is measured from the ground to the top of the seat edge
Different heights serve both aesthetic and practical purposes, making dining and bar chairs more versatile for the diverse needs of our customers
Dining chair heights come in two sizes and work with dining tables. Pub and bar chairs, work most commonly with counter height tables
Drawer glides are the mechanism that allow drawers to open and close. The specific type of drawer glides determine the appearance, and how your drawers open.
There are three main drawer glide options. The first is standard or full extension, then side or under mount, and standard close or soft close.
Full extension glides are now standard on most pieces we sell, leaving under, side mount, and soft close for your consideration.
Pulls and Knobs
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You may choose between a high or low footboard on our beds. Beds are pictured with high footboards which are included in the base price.
High footboards give the bed a fuller and grander look, but does increase the price of the bed.
For a reduced price, you may elect to go with the low footboard, which gives the end of the bed a more open and possibly cleaner look.
Some beds are available with optional storage rails that add drawers under each side of the bed.
This is a great way to add more organizable storage space without using additional floor space, and can be used in place of an extra dresser.
Choose between a three and six drawer configuration for each site, to give you a total of six or twelve drawers.
You could use plastic storage under your bed, but that just wouldn't be as classy now would it?
Mirror Back
Add a mirror back to the inside of your hutch to create a unique effect to make your hutch look more elegant.
Our hutches are two piece, consisting of an upper cabinet which can be removed from the bottom buffet, also known as a sideboard.
The option is often available to only purchase the buffet or sideboard version of a hutch, by not including the upper cabinet.
It usually costs a little more than half of the hutch the purchase only the buffet.
Touch Lighting
Adding touch lighting to a hutch truly enhances the look by adding warmth and depth, especially when combined with a mirror back and glass shelves.
The touch lighting system comes pre-installed so all you have to do is plug it in. Activating the lights is done by touching one of the upper right door hinges.
Door Glass
A variety of glass options are available to customize the look of the doors by adding sophistication and intricacy.
Depending on the hutch, different effects can be done to the glass itself, as well as etching, adding a bevel, and metal designs.
A popular glass effect is antique, seedy, and water effects which each bring more character to the piece.
Open or Closed Deck
Most hutches are available with the option of an open or closed deck. An open deck, (pictured right), has an open area in place of full height doors. The open area can be used as an easily accessible work or display surface. With a closed deck, (pictured left) the doors are full height, leaving more shelf space behind the door and a seamless look.
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In this video, Darlene shows several options available on the Legacy hutch, which are available on most hutches in our line.