Decorating & Design
September 15, 2021
15+ Farmhouse Tables For A Cozy Fall Meal
You don’t need to live on a farm to embrace the charm of a weathered wood farmhouse table. Whether ringed by spindle-back chairs or mismatched finds from a country auction, these humble tables invite everyone to linger a little longer. Battered finishes, chunky turned bases and legs are rustic hallmarks that mean no-fuss dining, and the generous dimensions practically guarantee a seat for everyone. The tabletop’s inevitable scuffs, scrapes and dents — that come with sometimes decades of use — create a unique history, so skip the tablecloth. Here’s a roster of farmhouse tables that strike a perfect note for fall. Scroll down!
In this country farmhouse, a substantial trestle table is made to feel airier with a coat of glossy white paint. Mismatched chairs are a perfect accent to the rustic centerpiece.
The wide slab supports really show off the beauty of this sleek wood table’s grain to advantage. We love the pure simplicity of the casual seating options (including benches covered with comfy toppers) that can be easily reconfigured as needed.
This classic farmhouse table is updated with contemporary pendants. The warmth of the wood grain is complemented by an old-fashioned butter bowl, while a hutch and cheery blanket boxes bring a dose of color to the mix.
In this weekend guest home, a well-worn table is pulled up to a banquette, which can accommodate a crowd. The dark finish pops against the white walls and is accented by black sconces and comfortable lumbar pillows for leisurely brunches.
“That table is indestructible!” says the homeowner of this dining area’s rustic, kid-proof wooden table. “Every stain and spill just adds a memory and more character.”
In a cool white kitchen, an inviting, rustic piece — like this farmhouse table — adds so much character and history to contrast stainless appliances.
This custom version is based on the classic Enfield Shaker design, and conveys essential warmth with a cleaner profile in this country weekend home. The large surface and simple details make it a perfect fit in this dining area: it doesn’t compete with the rugged stone walls and rustic beams.
This huge, honey-hued farmhouse table has leaves on either end to make it even more accommodating. With chunky, Parson’s style legs, you can imagine this table hosting all manner of activities: from crafting to game night. The added bonus? Family-friendly bench seating that can host a multitude of little diners.
Not every farm table has to live in a farmhouse. In the Toronto home of H&H alum Stacey Smithers, she put a Scandi spin on a budget buy. “I painted the base of an Ikea table a warm gray and sanded and oiled the top to a raw wood finish to add personality.” We love the casual way the runner is laid horizontally across the top instead of lengthwise.
A very traditional kitchen like this one makes it easy to embrace the authenticity of a timeless table. This version is grounded by substantial turned legs, and the mid-tone wood with golden highlights of color has enough heft to balance the dark floor.
For this Princess Margaret Showhome, Lynda Reeves swapped out the more conventional island for a dark trestle table and rustic stone floor for a sophisticated farmhouse feel. The texture of the wood grain injects even more character.
In this Montreal loft, a custom dining table mimics the quartz counters with a dark top for continuity. A creamy paint on the chunky table legs provides plenty of dynamic contrast, while a pretty black and white runner adds to the layered effect.
A contemporary table just wouldn’t supply the charm that this beauty does in this former schoolhouse belonging to Berlin bloggers behind Our Food Stories, Laura Muthesius and Nora Eisermann. The battered finish of the table is a perfect fit with the rich texture of the stucco walls and herringbone floor. The wide plank top makes an arrangement of flowers and candlesticks resemble a Dutch still life painting.
In this circa-1845 house, the harvest table is a custom design. Designer Susan Burns used red pine reclaimed in the attic during the renovation for the top, which gives it a historic, authentic touch.
In this Magog, Quebec lakehouse, this rustic trestle table and upholstered chairs offer a more approachable and unfussy look than the previous formal dining set that once belonged to the owner’s mother.
In this cottage, the solid white-oak dining table and benches were designed by Arriz Hassam. The wide planks and tactile appeal of the wood are a welcoming, fresh take that pair perfectly with Hans J. Wegner wishbone chairs.
Finally, not every farmhouse table needs to be lengthy. A generous (and egalitarian) round table with rustic grayed finish and substantial pedestal brings a Belgian country house vibe to this weekend escape in Quebec, which is driven home by linen slipcovers and equestrian art.