You need a minimum clearance of 36 inches or three feet from the edge of a table to the wall, built-in elements, or furniture (don't forget to account for your sideboard or hutch if you have one).

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A lot of elements make up a beautiful dining room—décor, light fixtures and maybe some plants—but a dining table is the true anchor for the space. Here are our top picks.