Round
Organic Round
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Half Oval
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Rectangular
Pebble
Organic
Live Edge
Raster Rond, 2 sections
Curved arrangement. According to the product information, intended for a round table of 120 or 140 cm; also check the table base.
View model and optionsCorner bench at the dining table: layout and fit
A corner bench at the dining table can connect two sides of the dining area. Whether it is comfortable depends on the bench shape, the table and where you get in and out. An L-shaped bench, a curved dining bench and a straight bench each need a different layout.
Browse dining benches or ask for advice on your layout.
A corner bench for dining, not a lounge sofa
At a dining table, you need to reach your plate comfortably and have enough legroom. Check the seat height, usable seat depth and the distance between the seat and table edge. A deep lounge sofa creates a different sitting posture and does not automatically suit a dining table.
Measure the bench from above. Its total depth includes the backrest and any space behind it. Measuring only the seat depth underestimates the floor area required.
Which bench shape suits which table?
| Layout | Table shape to compare | Point to consider |
|---|---|---|
| L-shape along two sides | Rectangular or a suitable Danish oval | The inside corner is not automatically an extra seat. |
| Curved bench | Round or a suitable oval | The curve of the bench and table edge must work together. |
| Straight bench and individual chairs | Rectangular or elongated oval | Leave room at the bench ends to get in. |
Compare rectangular tables, oval tables and round tables. A rounded end can make the route around the table easier, but does not by itself determine how many people fit.
Curved dining benches from the range
The Raster Rond models below are curved arrangements. They are not right-angled L-shaped benches. For a specific 90-degree corner, we first assess which version is possible.
Raster Rond, 3 sections
A larger curved arrangement. Measure all seating positions against the outline of your table.
View model and optionsHow to test a corner bench with your dining table
- Mark out the bench and table on the floor. Use the full outer dimensions and the actual outline of both pieces.
- Mark every seating position. Check that you sit directly in front of the tabletop. Do not count the inside corner on both sides of the bench.
- Check the base. Legs or a wide central pedestal may sit exactly where knees or feet need to go.
- Test access. Someone sitting in the corner must be able to slide past other seats. Consider getting up and clearing the table during everyday use.
- Open doors and cupboards. Also measure the passage beside the bench and behind the individual chairs.
Corner bench, individual chairs or a straight bench?
A bench along the wall provides continuous seating. Individual chairs can be moved separately. If you combine the two, the more accessible chairs can be used by those who get up frequently. A bench only saves space if the whole layout, including access, fits your room.
Does a corner arrangement not fit well? Read more about a dining table with a straight bench. To measure a bench and choose between an L-shape and a curved shape, use our corner dining bench guide.
Frequently asked questions
How many people fit on a corner bench?
That depends on the usable seat length and the table. Adding the outer dimensions of two bench sections often overestimates the space in the corner. Mark out the seats on a drawing and check every position against the table edge.
Can I place a corner bench against the wall?
Allow for the shape of the backrest, skirting boards, radiators and access. The bench does not need to sit flush against the wall to create a compact dining area.
Is every dining bench available as a corner bench?
No, a straight bench or a curved model is not automatically available as an L-shaped arrangement. Check the product version or send us a sketch for advice on the possibilities.