An Artiss 1.1 m extendable dining table suits couples who host occasionally; switch to a fixed 150 cm rectangular or 110 cm round when guests are weekly — measure closed, open and chair clearances.
See: Artiss 1.1m extendable dining table; Artiss 150cm 6-seater rectangular; Artiss 110cm round marble-effect table.
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Related guides: Artiss dining table shape guide.
Who this is for
Open-plan apartments where the dining zone shares space with lounges and desks. Extendables save daily footprint; fixed larger tops save setup time.
Specs and seating checklist
1.1 m extendable notes: overall about 75–110 × 75 × 75 cm; suits about 2–3 seats; tabletop about 15 mm PB; capacity notes about 50–90 kg; pine/white.
150 cm rectangular notes: about 150 × 90 × 76 cm; seats about 4–6; capacity about 77 kg; tabletop about 23 mm; pine/black.
110 cm round notes: diameter about 110 cm; height about 77 cm; capacity about 90 kg; tabletop about 15 mm; marble-effect white.
| Scenario | Lean |
|---|---|
| Mostly 2 diners | Extendable 1.1 m |
| Weekly 6 | 150×90 rectangular |
| Corner traffic | Round 110 cm |
| Load / kids climbing | Respect kg notes |
Direct answer
Extend when guests are rare; buy fixed width when hosting is routine.
Step-by-step fit workflow
- Tape closed and extended footprints.
- Add chair depth behind each seat.
- Check kitchen triangle walkways when extended.
- Confirm leaf mechanism on a protected floor during assembly.
- Avoid standing on tabletops — stay inside capacity notes.
- Style centres low so sightlines stay open in studios.
- Read the shape guide for round vs rectangle trade-offs.
Common mistakes and care
- Measuring only the closed table.
- Overloading beyond listed kg notes.
- Blocking oven doors when extended.
- Skipping felt pads on hard floors.
- Forcing leaves that are not fully seated.
Chair count vs walkway
When the table extends, count chairs and the path to the kitchen. Guests standing behind seated diners need space the closed footprint never showed.
Extendable vs fixed 150 cm
If you host weekly, a fixed 150×90 cm six-seater may beat daily extend/retract cycles.
Lighting and evening walk-through
Walk the room again after dinner lighting is on. Clearances that look fine at noon can feel tight at night when people carry laundry baskets or laptop bags. Adjust placement before drilling or final cable dress.
Shared-household communication
Tell housemates which drawers, outlets or sleep surfaces are reserved for daily use versus guests. A five-minute handover stops someone overloading a rated shelf or blocking access paths.
Live listing re-check
Packaging inserts and storefront copy can differ slightly over time. Before final assembly or first sleep, open the live Darrah Opens product page and confirm the same dimensions, ratings and warnings you planned against.
Field checklist note 1
Re-walk the path with the carton nearby. Confirm door swings, chair rolls and pet traffic still clear the footprint. If anything feels marginal, pause and re-measure rather than forcing a fit.
Field checklist note 2
Re-walk the path with the carton nearby. Confirm door swings, chair rolls and pet traffic still clear the footprint. If anything feels marginal, pause and re-measure rather than forcing a fit.
Field checklist note 3
Re-walk the path with the carton nearby. Confirm door swings, chair rolls and pet traffic still clear the footprint. If anything feels marginal, pause and re-measure rather than forcing a fit.
Field checklist note 4
Re-walk the path with the carton nearby. Confirm door swings, chair rolls and pet traffic still clear the footprint. If anything feels marginal, pause and re-measure rather than forcing a fit.
Field checklist note 5
Re-walk the path with the carton nearby. Confirm door swings, chair rolls and pet traffic still clear the footprint. If anything feels marginal, pause and re-measure rather than forcing a fit.
Delivery and carton staging
Stage cartons along a hallway wall so living floors stay clear for assembly. Open boxes with a knife away from upholstery and foam. Recycle packaging only after every fastener bag is accounted for against the manual parts list.
Seasonal humidity notes
Coastal and humid suburbs move timber-look panels and fabrics. Wipe spills promptly, leave airflow behind tall furniture, and re-check anti-tip hardware after the first wet month.
Peak-hour clearance check
Re-check the footprint when everyone arrives home at once — bags, bikes and laundry baskets change usable width. Shift furniture or power leads before habits set in.
Cable and accessory discipline
Label chargers and keep spare parts in one labelled pouch taped inside a drawer or under a desktop. Future you will thank present you during a midnight changeover.
FAQ
Extendable size band?
About 75–110 × 75 × 75 cm.
Seats on extendable?
About 2–3 on listing notes.
150 cm size?
About 150 × 90 × 76 cm.
150 cm capacity?
About 77 kg.
Round size/capacity?
About 110 cm Ø × 77 cm H; about 90 kg.
Related guide?
Artiss dining table shape for compact living rooms.
Assembly?
Yes — protect floors while fitting legs.
Best for studios?
Often extendable or round — confirm traffic paths.
Kids homework?
Use within load notes; wipe particle-board tops gently.
Related browsing
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AU planning habits
Photograph the room with a tape measure in shot before you order. Write critical numbers on masking tape so the household uses the same figures. On assembly day, open the live product page again in case packaging notes differ from memory.
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