A conference table sets the tone for every meeting held at it. A high-end one comes down to four choices: material, size and shape, built-in power, and how much you can customize. Here is what to weigh in each.
Materials
- Solid wood: classic and warm, and it can be finished in many stains.
- Glass: modern and light. It can make a smaller room feel more open.
- Metal: durable, with a contemporary or industrial look.
- Stone: the most formal option, for rooms where the table is meant to impress.
Premium materials hold up to daily use, which matters more than it sounds in a room that gets booked all week.
Size and Shape
Measure the room first, then count the people who will sit there. Leave space to walk around the table and pull chairs out. Common shapes are rectangular, oval, round and boat-shaped. See the boat-shaped table with slab base for an example.
Our conference table size guide shows how many seats fit in common room sizes.
Power, Data and Cable Management
People bring laptops and plug in to present. Built-in power outlets, USB and data ports, and cable management keep the table clear and the meeting moving. Decide where power comes from before you pick the table, since the floor and walls limit your options. Power and cable solutions can fill gaps.
Customization
Many high-end tables let you choose size, finish and details to fit the room. Ask what can be changed and what can't before you commit, so the table in the room matches the one you pictured.
What We Carry
We work with several manufacturers and help you pick the right fit instead of pushing one brand. Our conference table lineup includes Enwork, AIS, Storlie and Humanscale options. Pair the table with conference chairs that stay comfortable through a long meeting.
How to Choose
- Measure the room and count seats.
- Decide what the table needs to do: formal boardroom, working meetings, or both.
- Choose the power and data you need at the table.
- Match the material to the room and how it will be used.
Send us the room size and headcount and we'll narrow it down. More options and guidance are on our conference tables page.
Planning a conference room?
Send us the room size and how many people sit there. We'll recommend tables that fit.
