As the holiday season quickly approaches, you may be finalizing your food and gift shopping list. But if you’re about to host family and friends in your home, you may also want to consider if it’s time to refresh your dining set.

Signs it’s Time to Refresh Your Dining Set

Whether you’ve inherited a dining table and chairs or collected eclectic pieces from various shops, your dining set is often the centerpiece of an entertaining space. As you get ready to welcome company for the holidays, evaluate if your furniture is up for visitors. Here are some questions to help you focus.

1. Is it functional? Wobbly table or chair legs could lead to a dangerous tipping incident.
2. Will everyone fit? Do you have enough seating or a table large enough to accommodate your guest list? Is the table too large for the space, leaving less room to get around?
3. Is it comfortable? Worn upholstery or padding is not exactly the best seat in the house.
4. How excessive is the wear and tear? Chips, scratches, cracks, and stains could be unsafe and unpleasant to use.
5. Does it still fit your personal style? Tastes change. Opting for a more modern design can add a fresh feel to the space.

Good quality furniture that’s well-made from solid materials can last a lot longer than cheaper alternatives. However, everything is prone to damage and evolving tastes. If your furniture is worn or no longer serves its purpose, it’s better to replace it before it becomes a hazard.

Before You Set off Shopping

If you know you want new furniture, there are a few factors that will effect your trip.

• Space. Measure the room to help ensure the furniture will fit with plenty of clearance to move around.
• Lifestyle. How many people do you typically host? How often? Do you need everyday furniture or versatile pieces that can be extended or stored?
• Materials. Some pieces are more prone to stains and others are more durable to wear and tear.
• Old furniture. What will you do with what’s currently in your dining room? If it’s still in good shape, try to sell or donate it. If it won’t be picked up on the curb for any reason, call JDog Junk Removal & Hauling to come pick it up.

Reinvigorating your dining set can be more than just buying new furniture. It can mean making lasting memories around the table with the ones you cherish most.