20 Small Dining Room Table Ideas with a Bench That Will Optimize Your Dining Room Layout

This post shows you the best small dining room table ideas with a bench to try today!

I’ve always been fascinated with how a well-designed dining space can transform a home.

Finding the perfect balance between style and functionality is key when optimizing a small dining room.

However, making the most of a small dining room can be hard.

What if we find a way around it?

I have compiled a list of ideas for your small dining room table with a bench that will not sacrifice your style.

These ideas save up space while adding contemporary charm to your dining room.

Let’s explore some ideas for a fabulous and functional dining room!

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The coastal vibe.

This idea will work if you love the coast and want to bring beach vibes into your dining room.

Start with a white and brown picnic table and add rope benches on either side of the dining table.

Then, add a few plants to mimic the palm trees.

The blue chairs, cabinets, and paintings mimic the blue ocean.

Hints of black.

Go for this color option in a neutral dining room like this.

Paint the table and bench legs black, then add black chairs.

Include black decorations like the bottles and vases to balance out the black and white theme.

Go for the light wood.

For a brighter dining room, consider picking this option.

Get your dining table and bench in light brown to make your dining room look airy.

Then, make it brighter by getting the seats in an off-white color.

White oak dining table.

Get a white oak dining table with clean lines like this and match it with the bench.

Next, get dining chairs in blue for the other half of the table.

Complete the look with subtle table decoration to liven up the space.

All-white table.

For a unified look, go for a white medium-size dining table like this.

Match the chairs and the bench with the table.

Then, add grey cushions for the chairs for some contrast and comfortability.

Cedar table.

This idea will add a touch of sophistication and elegance to your dining room.

Pick out a cedar dining table with slightly darker wood grains.

Get a bench with the same color.

Next, paint the table and bench legs grey to complete the aesthetics of the grey chairs.

Log table.

For this style, choose a table that looks like it’s made from a log then polish it.

Spice it up by carving a river made out of resin in the center of the table.

Finish the look with an irregular bench with the same river resin and some potted plants for a jungle theme.

Minimalist style.

If you love the elegant minimalistic style, go for this dining table with double-sled legs.

Paint the legs bronze for a pop of color.

Then, get a bench with the same wood color and a dark, padded seating area.

Placed potted plants around the room to finish the look.

All gray theme.

You could show your uniqueness by getting an all gray table like this one.

Add some texture to the table by adding fine ridges on the top.

Then, add two swivel rocker chairs for fun when using the dining room.

Country vibe table.

This idea would be perfect for you if you aim for a rustic cabin charm.

Get a dark cedar table and place it at the center of the dining room.

Enhance the rustic charm by adding traditional wooden chairs, a cushioned bench, and a dark multi-toned carpet.

The curved silhouette table.

For this contemporary option, add a table and bench with curved legs.

To get rid of the monotonous look, incorporate simple black chairs.

Then, add a black console close to the wall for holding extra utensils and decorations.

The industrial-rustic look.

For a dark dining room, get a rustic table with black legs and matching benches on both sides of the table.

Then, decorate the table with a long dark grey tablecloth, flowers, and a candle. 

Finally, install a unique pendant light over the table, to tie the whole look together.

Beautiful beige.

Who said beige could not be a good color for a dining room?

Get a plain beige solid wood for your dining table.

Add uniformity by getting a beige bench, then bring personality to your room by hanging portraits on the wall.

Formal dining table.

If you enjoy hosting parties or large groups of people, consider adding this big natural dining table.

Then, add a bench with back support instead of the traditional bench for a more luxurious look.

Add some pillows on the bench for added comfort.

The two-tone.

For this style, paint the top side of the table a faded jungle green like this, then have the rest of the frame in white.

Keep the theme consistent by adding a bench and chairs in the same color.

Finally, create harmony by getting a green Turkish carpet for the area.

The simple brown.

A wonderful thing about a stylish dining room is simplicity.

Go with the plain brown wood with contrasting grains to match a wooden floor like this.

Then, pick black Eames chairs to complement the black double-sled table and bench legs.

Vintage table.

No classy dining room is complete without some vintage beauty.

Get this vintage dining table and leave it slightly unpolished for a more natural look.

To make the table less boring, place different colored flowers in a vase.

18.  Pine table

This is a great option if you want to have a corner dining table.

Start by getting a dining table with uniform and patterned grains.

Then, get a corner bench for the section close to the wall and pair it with matte black chairs.

Moody dining room table.

Pick a dark-toned table and pair it with black accents like the chairs and vases for a more serious look.

Replace a wooden bench with an ottoman for a lavish look.

For a more artistic look, add nature paintings and portraits.

Pale brown.

This is a great table choice if you are going for a simple look.

Get a pale brown table and pair it with a matching bench.

Complete the set with black chairs to break the monotony.

Keep the floors wooden to maintain the farmhouse vibe.

If you love these ideas, don’t forget to pin the above image to your “Dining Room” board.