LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM -- (Marketwire) -- 09/26/12 -- Having the right dining table is important, but with a few simple touches it's easy to create a stylish and inviting table.

Your dining table shouldn't follow a trend, it should be something which will see you through many years, regardless of the fashions.

But that doesn't mean you can't buy a dining table in a modern style - just make sure that it's good quality and not too outrageous.

Barker and Stonehouse has a large selection of contemporary dining tables from pretty white painted sets to the leather and chrome look.

For a smaller household the Ercol Mantua is a cute and compact dining set perfect for two. The elegant ash chairs (GBP 450.00) feature an understated floral pattern, while the pedestal table (GBP 1485.00) is extendable to accommodate guests.

Fans of the country cottage look will love the Carisbrooke dining collection. Made from reclaimed pine with a smooth stucco white painted finish, accentuated with a sundried ash finished top, the round dining table (GBP 349.00) and matching dining chairs (from GBP 99.00) would grace any kitchen or dining area.

Finally the Kai table (GBP 575.00) is sleek and modern from its cross leg to its clear glass top. The Lucca chairs (GBP 159.00) are the ideal accompaniment.

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