{"id":731,"date":"2016-11-20T13:50:13","date_gmt":"2016-11-20T21:50:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gotable.com\/blog\/?p=731"},"modified":"2025-07-25T05:15:55","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T09:15:55","slug":"what-color-restaurant-tables-and-chairs-should-i-buy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gotable.com\/blog\/what-color-restaurant-tables-and-chairs-should-i-buy\/","title":{"rendered":"What color restaurant tables and chairs should I buy?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-732 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gotable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/iStock_000009224552Small-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"color palette\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gotable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/iStock_000009224552Small-199x300.jpg 199w, https:\/\/www.gotable.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/05\/iStock_000009224552Small.jpg 565w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 199px) 100vw, 199px\" \/>Have you ever noticed when entering a restaurant the lovely shade of blue used for the interior?\u00a0 It is quite unlikely you have encountered many blue restaurant decors. Why is this?\u00a0 In general, the color blue is an appetite depressant, so it\u2019s very seldom used in restaurant d\u00e9cor.<\/p>\n<p>Why does this matter when it comes to restaurant tables and chairs?\u00a0 Most restaurants will want the restaurant furniture to accent and highlight the restaurant d\u00e9cor, either by matching or contrasting the restaurant colors.\u00a0 This blog article covers just a few of the infinite colors available, and some typical effects and uses of each color in restaurant design.<\/p>\n<h3>Blue, Purple and Black<\/h3>\n<p>As discussed above, in general blue is seldom used in restaurants as blue, along with purple and black, are the least appetizing of colors.\u00a0 That said, if you look at the inventory available at various restaurant furniture suppliers, you will notice there are plenty of restaurant furniture options in blue, purple and black.\u00a0 Why is this?\u00a0 Well, it is certainly all right, and even suggested, to use some of these visually exciting colors as accents, just use them sparingly.\u00a0 Lively colors like blue and purple, when placed correctly in the restaurant design scheme, can create the chic, ultra modern design look which is very trendy now.<\/p>\n<h3>Red and Yellow<\/h3>\n<p>Have you noticed driving down any street where there are multiple dining establishments the predominant use of red and yellow?\u00a0 Many popular international fast food chains use red and yellow in their logo, restaurant and advertising design.\u00a0 McDonalds, one of the biggest food chains in the world, uses red and yellow in its d\u00e9cor and brand.\u00a0\u00a0 This is because the colors that stimulate appetites the most are the primary colors red and yellow.\u00a0 Numerous businesses use this knowledge when designing their restaurants colors, themes and advertising.<\/p>\n<p>Does this mean you should paint the walls of your restaurant bright yellow and buy 100 red plastic chairs?\u00a0 Maybe, depending on the type of restaurant, but in general, accenting red and\/or yellow with other more neutral colors and materials, such as metal chair legs or silver table bases will achieve a great restaurant interior design.\u00a0 For example, using metal restaurant chairs with red vinyl seats and some matching laminate tables is a great look for many restaurants.\u00a0 Yellow resin chairs on an outdoor patio will give a great sunny look and a visual pop of color.<\/p>\n<h3>White, Black, Brown and Grey<\/h3>\n<p>These four colors are considered neutral colors, or passive colors, depending on how they are used.\u00a0 You will see white, black, brown and grey used in many restaurants in restaurant furniture and as background colors.\u00a0 That is because a neutral background allows for a lot of flexibility in restaurant design.\u00a0 When you create a neutral background in your restaurant, this allows for the use of almost any color of restaurant furniture and accent pieces.<\/p>\n<p>There are a few general things to consider when using these colors.\u00a0 White walls may encourage restaurant turnover, allowing you to turn more tables during a shift.\u00a0 The use of white can also make a small space feel larger.\u00a0 In contrast, the use of black or brown, can make a cavernous dining room feel smaller and cozier.\u00a0 Black or brown wood tables, such as restaurant butcher block dining tables, add visual interest and a warm feeling to restaurants.\u00a0 Glossy black metal dining chairs, or black granite tables, are perfect as an accent when using other colors.<\/p>\n<p>To achieve the best look for your restaurant interior or outdoor dining space, perform your own investigation.\u00a0 Look at pictures on the internet of restaurant dining spaces you find attractive.\u00a0 Take note of the other restaurants in your locale with interesting design.\u00a0 Search for color matching websites on the internet and learn how color design works in general.\u00a0 Soon, you will have one of the best looking restaurant dining spaces around.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever noticed when entering a restaurant the lovely shade of blue used for the interior?\u00a0 It is quite unlikely you have encountered many blue restaurant decors. 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