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Home Decorators Aldridge Dining Table Review

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Want a Restoration Hardware style dining table? This blogger found the aldridge dining table that shaves $1500+ off the RH price. Full review and details at monicawantsit.com

I’ve had my aldridge dining table (in the gray finish) from Home Depot (Home Decorator’s Collection) (owned by Home Depot) since October-ish of last year. I snagged the table when it was on sale with free shipping during Labor Day 2014, plus I stacked a coupon code on top of it AND I checked out using Ebates to get a percentage back on my purchase. All in, I think I ended up paying between $700-$800 with tax. Not too bad for such a gorgeous table.

Chances are you’re looking to upgrade your dining table in time for the upcoming holidays, so I hope this review helps you make an informed decision. 

I didn’t choose my dining table easily…I debated for over a year and scoured the web, stores and catalogs to find a Restoration Hardware inspired table for a WAY lower price. I found a lot that had the beefy style, but lacked in quality. 

Want a Restoration Hardware style dining table? This blogger found the aldridge dining table that shaves $1500+ off the RH price. Full review and details at monicawantsit.com

For me, the aldridge dining table was the happy medium of everything I wanted– beefy, antique gray finish, weathered/rustic, glamorous, durable, and most importantly, affordable. 

The Restoration Hardware tables always felt like they were unfinished or unsealed to me. They had a chalky finish which I thought would be a nightmare for things like red wine or spaghetti sauce. It felt as if it would be absorb any stain or liquid, and I wanted none of it. I wanted a table that could withstand crazy game nights, Thanksgiving feasts, arts and crafts, and Sunday brunches. 

In some of the reviews on the Home Decorators site they complain about the finish feeling/looking like plastic. I’d respectfully disagree. To me it looks like a table that’s been properly sealed to ensure a lasting finish and protection from food/drink. It’s not shiny, but it’s not matte. It’s a satin finish. There is a lot of texture to the table, which Daniel doesn’t love, but it feels just right to me. Dings and scratches would just add to the character, so it’s perfect for kids.

Aldridge dining table review: Restoration Hardware style for a lot less. Table seats 6-10 people.

The leaf in the center is SO EASY to open, and I love that it’s self containing. No need to store boards or extensions. There’s a visible crease, and no the table (with or without the leaf) isn’t seamless when it’s all opened. However, I usually have runners and a tablescape on there, so for me it’s a non-issue.

Aldridge dining table review: Restoration Hardware style for a lot less. Table seats 6-10 people.

Assembly was straight forward, but it did require my awesome father-in-law to come help my husband flip it over. I’d safely say it’ll take a minimum of two people to flip it over. It’s heavy, sturdy, but oh so beautiful. The table comes in several boxes, and I recall getting 80% of it one day and then the other parts about 1-2 weeks later. Having to assemble it wasn’t a deal breaker for us because we were thrilled to be able to get our heirloom quality table at such a bargain price.

My favorite part is the gorgeous trestle base. It instantly stands out and makes the table a total stunner (ignore my studio light in the background…I was multi-tasking).

The aldridge dining table is about HALF the price of the comparable Restoration Hardware version. This blogger gives a full review of everything from the quality, finish, comfort and durability.

The table with the leaf closed comfortably seats 6 using only the sides. If you add captain’s chairs at the ends, I think the person would hit their knees on the base, but it depends on the chair and the person. We only have 6 chairs right now, and it’s plenty roomy. With the leaf in, this table EASILY seats 8 (4 on each side) or 10 (4 on each side plus captain’s chairs with plenty of room). Once the leaf is in, the ends extend further out creating more space for the captain’s/head chairs. 

Our chairs are from Overstock. This chair from World Market would also work, as would this one from Home Decorators. A matching bench would also look stunning and give a more casual look.

The aldridge dining table is about HALF the price of the comparable Restoration Hardware version. This blogger gives a full review of everything from the quality, finish, comfort and durability.

We give this table four out of five stars: we knocked off half a star for the crack/seam when the leaf is closed (it seems a tad too large- we wish it were smaller) and we knocked off another half for the ends not being too comfy when the leaf isn’t out.

Hope this helps answer any questions about the table that you may have. Overall, we saved over $1,500 from the Restoration Hardware price, so the aldridge dining table from Home Decorators Collection is a BARGAIN and a luxe for less home run.

If you have any questions about this table, please leave a comment and I’ll reply. 🙂 Happy dining!

Jenny

Saturday 8th of December 2018

Hey Monica, LOVED your extensive review on this table. I have a couple of questions, as we are getting ready to make a purchase. Would it be possible for you to send a picture of the underside of the table? We are curious how the legs are connected. Also, does it have any wobble when you lean on any of the 4 corners of the table? It’s absolutley stunning.

Monica Benavidez

Monday 10th of December 2018

I no longer have this table, so I am unable to provide any help, sorry!

Unknown

Sunday 4th of June 2017

I purchased this table a few months ago over the winter as well. I loved it for awhile. But now for some reason with the heat of summer or use, I'm not sure, it just feels sticky. Have you had this problem as well? What are you using to clean yours?

Unknown

Saturday 13th of May 2017

Do you think grey dining chairs would match with the table

Suzanne

Tuesday 28th of February 2017

Hi Monica. I was so happy to find your post! I think this table is beautiful but am concerned about leg room under the apron. Are you able to sit comfortably and cross your legs or is the apron too low? Thanks much!!

Eri Rich

Wednesday 28th of December 2016

Hi Monica,Thanks, great post!, do you know if will be the same quality buying it through home depot? seems is less expensive than going through the supplier.Thanks

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