How to Use Folding Tops to Make a Larger Dining Room Table

If your dining room table does not have the capacity to expand, but you need to seat a large group of people, you can easily use folding tops to make the table larger. In general, if you need to extend your table more than 8 inches, the folding tops will come with support legs. Typically, folding tops are 3/4-inch thick and are comprised of three to four sections that overlap and connect for a seamless look. They also come in a variety of colors and textures so you won't need to use a long tablecloth unless you want to.

Things You'll Need

• Folding table tops large enough to accommodate your party
• Support legs-optional

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Unfold the folding tops so that the dining room table top is fully covered and the folding tops are evenly extended width-wise and length-wise.

   • 2

     Connect the folding tops according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually with a Velcro strip.

   • 3

     Screw in the supporting legs (if applicable) to the two ends following manufacturer's instructions. This is usually accomplished by screwing in the support leg to a wooden spine found beneath each end piece.

   • 4

     Adjust the feet on the support legs, if necessary, to make the folding tops level with the dining room table height.