Dining Room with Medium Hardwood Flooring and a Dado Rail Ideas and Designs

This is an example of a medium sized traditional enclosed dining room in Sussex with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, beige floors, wallpapered walls and a dado rail.

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Jennifer Gustafson Interior Design

• Craftsman-style dining area • Furnishings + decorative accessory styling • Pedestal dining table base - Herman Miller Eames base w/custom top • Vintage wood framed dining chairs re-upholstered • Oversized floor lamp - Artemide • Burlap wall treatment • Leather Ottoman - Herman Miller Eames • Fireplace with vintage tile + wood mantel • Wood ceiling beams • Modern art

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Regan Wood Photography
Photo of a contemporary dining room in New York with medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.

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Cooper Interiors

Design ideas for a traditional enclosed dining room in New York with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, panelled walls, wainscoting, wallpapered walls and a dado rail.

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Andre Rothblatt Architecture

This is an example of a traditional dining room in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.

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New Vision Staging & Design LLC

Gorgeous formal dining room with chair rail and ceiling pendant.
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury enclosed dining room in DC Metro with medium hardwood flooring, white walls, no fireplace, brown floors and a dado rail.

Goshen Ridge Model Home

Laura Bendik Interiors

Design ideas for a classic dining room in DC Metro with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.

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Mekenzie France Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized classic enclosed dining room in Charlotte with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.

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Duckham Architecture & Interiors

Inspiration for a traditional dining room in Boston with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.

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Lisa & Leroy

Styling the dining room mid-century in furniture and chandelier really added the "different" elements the homeowners were looking for. The new pattern in the run tied in to the kitchen without being too matchy matchy.

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Amy Bartlam
This is an example of a medium sized eclectic enclosed dining room in Los Angeles with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, no fireplace and a dado rail.

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Jill Litner Kaplan Interiors

Michael J. Lee Photography
This is an example of a medium sized traditional open plan dining room in Boston with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors and a dado rail.

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Morr Interiors

Nat Rea Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized nautical dining room in Boston with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.

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12/12 Architects & Planners

This is an example of a medium sized country kitchen/dining room in Chicago with green walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace, brown floors, a wallpapered ceiling, wainscoting and a dado rail.

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Henrik Nero

This is an example of a victorian enclosed dining room in Stockholm with medium hardwood flooring, a corner fireplace, orange floors and a dado rail.

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Bespoke Fine Interiors

Olin Redmon Photography
Design ideas for a small rustic enclosed dining room in Atlanta with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, no fireplace and a dado rail.

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Groom Construction Co., Inc.

Large classic enclosed dining room in Boston with blue walls, a stone fireplace surround, medium hardwood flooring, a standard fireplace, brown floors and a dado rail.

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Руслан Айдаров (ARB PROJECT)

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Inspiration for a medium sized victorian enclosed dining room in Moscow with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and a dado rail.

Bachelor Plaid

Kindred Interior Studios

Modern dining room table and decor.
Traditional enclosed dining room in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors, no fireplace, wallpapered walls and a dado rail.

Dining Room with Medium Hardwood Flooring and a Dado Rail Ideas and Designs

For many of us, our dining rooms are combined with our kitchens or living rooms and so it’s hard to give them a defined style or design, whereas many people who do have a separate dining room often overlook redesigning the space because it is used fairly infrequently. However, if you can make your dining room or dining room area an inviting but practical space to eat with friends and family, then you’ll have no excuse not to be the ever gracious dinner party host and make the most of your dining space. Dining room ideas can range from the dramatic overhaul of layout, walls, doors, fireplaces or lighting features, to the refresh of furniture such as dining tables and chairs, or even smaller details such as dinnerware, cutlery, chair covers and small decorative features. So whether you are looking to completely redesign your dining room or you’re just looking for some dining room decorating ideas, you’re bound to find some inspiration from other homeowners, designers and stylists who’ve uploaded images of their dining rooms on Houzz.

How should I choose my dining room table?

Dining tables can be large, imposing pieces of furniture and so it’s a good idea to choose your table first and plan your decor around them. Comfort and ease of movement in dining rooms is key – even though we spend most of our time sitting, it’s preferable not to dine in cramped quarters (and crucial as a host to be able to move around the table to serve your guests). When choosing your dining room table, consider the number of people you expect to regularly seat – the perfect size for a dining table allows an intimate meal without feeling crowded. A round table leaves plenty of room for serving food at its centre, but a rectangular table is more flexible for seating extra guests at either end. If you’re after true versatility, drop leaf or extendable dining room tables are the most convenient option. The material of your selected table will set the character of your room. Glass dining tables look sleek and modern, whilst a pine or oak dining table will lend dining rooms a rustic country vibe. For a more traditional dining table opt for a dark polished wood like mahogany. Check out all the dining room decorating ideas on Houzz to see how different materials of dining table are incorporated into different rooms.

What are the best dining chairs for my table?

If your table hasn’t been sold with matching chairs then you have some extra flexibility to select dining chairs that suit your desired dining room feel. For traditional dining rooms you will want to opt for a full set of high backed formal dining chairs, whether these are upholstered, leather or wood framed. If you are looking for a more informal dining room, then a selection of mismatched chairs in different materials such as moulded plastic and even metal can be a great way to achieve this. For a really relaxed dining experience, you could even opt for a full length bench, which has the additional advantage of saving space as it can be tucked away under the table when not in use.

How should I decorate my dining room?

Elegant, neutral palettes are the safest dining room decorating ideas for smaller rooms, creating a calm dining environment for your guests. Pattern in a dining room can be a great choice to create drama but in order to not overwhelm your guests you might want to stick to a few stand-out elements – for example, wallpaper, curtains or chair covers. If you are lucky enough to have a large formal dining room then you could consider bold, opulent shades for your walls to create a grander feel. Your tableware and serveware should ideally be chosen to coordinate with your decor choices, but if all else fails keep it white, bright and simple. Lighting is also key to your dining room decor – aim for dimmable light that you can adjust to create the mood that will allow your guests to relax but still be able to see their food. Low pendant lights directly over the dining table are both practical and striking, or for large formal dining rooms you may want to opt for a traditional chandelier hung from the centre of the room. Additional wall sconces along the walls can be a great way to brighten up the room for late night dinner parties, and don’t forget how a couple of candles along your dining room table can add a delicate, finishing touch. Discover more of these popular design photo ideas.

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