The kitchen is probably the most used room in your house. No matter how fancy your dining room is, it’s inevitable that friends and family will end up congregating in the kitchen, attracted by the enticing smells, inviting atmosphere and friendly chatter. Cool and casual, it’s the natural setting for catch-up conversations at parties, while on busy weekdays the kitchen table is where many of us eat most of our meals.
It’s therefore important to make the right decision when planning your kitchen dining area. Ideally, it should be functional, unobtrusive and easy to style, making cream tables and chairs a reliable choice. While that might initially sound like a simple option, clean and well-accessorised cream dining sets offer plenty of creative potential.
Popular Cream Dining Sets
We’ve listed five of our top tips for making a cream dining set work in your kitchen, whatever your interior style.
1) Keep It Simple With A Glass Table
Deco Dining Table & Genesis Chairs
Cream dining sets are a classic choice for any kitchen. Nicely neutral, they work with almost any colour scheme and won’t draw attention away from bold accents such as a colourful fridge or feature wall.
While some customers prefer a ready-made set like the Ankara, others prefer to create their own arrangement. For a simple yet stylish look, pair cream dining chairs with a clear glass table. The transparent surface keeps the design feeling light and allows the rest of your kitchen to take centre stage.
You can also coordinate surrounding appliances and furniture with your cream chairs. This creates an even tone throughout the kitchen and helps your dining set blend naturally into the space.
2) Go Art Deco Style
Deco Dining Table & Mollie Chairs
Cream, black and silver are staples of the Art Deco look. First popularised during the early 20th century, the style remains popular thanks to its clean, symmetrical lines, versatile colour palette and glamorous connection to the Roaring Twenties.
To bring a little Art Deco character to your kitchen, look for high-backed chairs in black or cream. Complete the theme with carefully chosen details such as mirrored panels, metallic accents or stained glass.
Keep your furniture in good condition to preserve the polished look. Genuine leather seat pads should be conditioned periodically according to their care instructions, while mirrored chrome surfaces can be cleaned regularly to remove fingerprints and marks.
3) Embrace Al Fresco Dining
When arranging an al fresco dinner party, an everyday patio set may not provide the look you have in mind. Although practical, outdoor furniture can sometimes feel less refined than an indoor dining set.
On a dry, sunny day, a cream dining set can be temporarily placed in a suitable covered patio area to create a more elegant setting. Always check that the furniture can be moved safely and return indoor-only pieces to the house immediately after use, before nightfall or at any sign of rain or bad weather.
4) Experiment With A Pop Of Colour
Many people choose a cream dining set because it is neutral and easy to coordinate. However, too much cream can leave a room feeling flat, while pale finishes may require a little extra care in homes with young children or pets.
If you’re living in a rented property, you may not be able to paint the walls or replace the kitchen cabinets. Instead, add colour through accessories, using your cream kitchen as a gallery-style backdrop. Hang a bold piece of art, introduce an oversized clock or display a colourful retro sign.
A cream background gives you the freedom to experiment with your décor. Try decorating the table with vibrant candlesticks, coloured glass tumblers or mismatched vintage china for a more individual look.
5) Add Natural Greenery
Fresh greenery looks particularly effective against cream and other pale colours, helping to create a relaxed farmhouse-inspired look. Choose plants suited to the light and conditions in your kitchen to introduce a natural finishing touch.
Nothing finishes a home-cooked meal quite like a scattering of fresh herbs, so why not grow your own small herb garden? Parsley, basil and mint can be kept in attractive ceramic pots and displayed around the room. You could even group them together to create a simple centrepiece for your dining table.
