Conference Tables: how to choose the right sizes.

Ready to upgrade your conference table? We show you how to choose a table that provides ample work space for each user, and fits comfortably in your conference room. There are three things to consider when picking out a conference table: How large is your conference room? How many people does your table need to seat? How is the table shaped?

Conference Table Sizing Step 1: measure your conference room.

The most important factor when choosing a conference table based on room size is clearance space, or the amount of space between each table side and the nearest obstruction. Room Length: Up to 16 ft. Minimum Clearance Space: 3.5 ft. on each side. Room Length: 16 - 22 ft. Minimum Clearance Space: 4 ft. on each side. Room Length: Over 22 ft. Minimum Clearance Space:   5 ft. on each side

Conference Table Sizing Step 2: estimate the number of users.

Sizing your conference table based on the number of users is the best way to ensure a proper fit. A good rule of thumb is to allot 30" of table space to each user in standard conference rooms, and 36" in board rooms. Multiply the allocated table space by the number of users to find out the minimum size you need. For example, a four-person table needs to have a perimeter of at least 120" (30" x 4 users).

Conference Table Sizing Step 3: choose a table shape.

Choosing a conference table shape is the last step in sizing your table. The best shape for your conference table depends on how many people you need to seat, and how large a table you can accommodate. Use the simple equations below to pick a table shape, and remember to measure in feet.  Round Tables diameter = users Example: 3' Dia = 3 users Recommended Round Conference Tables OfficeWorks™ 36" Round Table Top Table Base Seats: 2-3 Users HON® 10500 Series 48" Round Table Top Table Base Seats: 4 Users Rectangular  (length+width)/1.25 = users Example: (6' L + 3' W)/1.25 = 7 users Recommended Rectangular Conference Tables OfficeWorks™ 60" Table Top Table Legs Seats: 3-4 Users HON Huddle Multipurpose Rectangular Top, 72" Table Legs Seats: 5-7 Users Boat Tables (length+width)/1.25 = users Example: (6' L + 3' W)/1.25 = 7 users Recommended Boat-Shaped Conference Tables Linea Italia® 60" Table Seats: 5-7 Mayline® 96" Table Top Table Legs Seats: 5-7 Users Racetrack Tables (length+width)/1.08 = users Example: 8' L + 4' W = 11 users Recommended Racetrack Conference Tables Alera® 72" Table Top Table Legs Seats: 8 users Alera® 96" Table Top Table Legs Seats: 9-11 Users Need a larger conference table? Got a big room to fill and a lot of people to seat? Want to provide each user more work space? You can create larger conference tables by grouping modular table pieces. Just remember that large tables require a minimum of 5 ft. clearance on each side. Culled From OnTimeSupplies.com.