Dining Table Set South Africa Price: 2026 Cost Guide

Dining table prices in South Africa run from under R2,000 for a small studio table to around R14,000 for a full outdoor set. That is a wide spread, and most of it comes down to three things: how many seats you need, how big the table is, and whether chairs or outdoor-ready construction come with it.

This guide sorts the Homestylez listings into price tiers so you can see where your budget lands before you start browsing. It compares standard sizes against custom builds on price only.

Dining Table Set Prices in South Africa at a Glance

Here is the ladder, from the cheapest table to the dearest set. All figures are approximate.

• Around R1,799: the Nu Dekor - 1.2m Studio Dining Table, a table only.
• Around R2,999 to R4,299: the Nu Dekor - Forrez 1.8m Dining Table, six seats, table only.
• Around R3,999: the Nu Dekor - 1.8m Kiva Dining Table, six seats, table only.
• Around R12,499: the Shayd - Capri 6 Seater Indoor/Outdoor Dining Table Set, with chairs.
• Around R13,999: the Shayd - Santorini 6 Seater Rattan Outdoor Patio Set, with seating.

Listings move, so treat these numbers as a planning range and check the product page before you fix a budget.

The jump from R4,000 to R12,000 looks dramatic, but the top two items are complete sets with seating. The tables above them are not, and that difference matters once you add chairs.

Affordable Dining Set Options for Small Rooms and Four Seats

If you are after an affordable dining set in South Africa, start with the smallest table and build up from there. It keeps the first purchase low, and it suits a corner, a narrow kitchen or a flat where a 1.8m table would swallow the room.

Studio Dining Table Price in South Africa

The 1.2m studio dining table is listed at around R1,799, which makes it the least expensive table in this guide. The listing describes it as comfortably fitting 4 or 6 people and suited to corners and small spaces. It is rectangular, has solid wood legs and comes in black or white.

It is a table only. You will need to budget for seating separately, and that is where the real spend sits.

4 Seater Dining Set Price: Studio Table and Four Chairs

For four seats, the obvious pairing is two sets of the Arya velvet dining chairs. Each set holds two chairs and is listed at around R2,299. Two sets come to around R4,598, which is more than double the studio table's price.

That puts a four-seat dining set at roughly R6,400 before delivery. The chairs are the bigger line item, and if you want to trim the total, they are where to look first.

The Arya chairs come in cream, black, grey and emerald green, with a gold-plated frame and velvet upholstery. They are listed as easy to assemble. If you would rather spend less on seating, the studio table works with other chairs you already own, though that is a different comparison from the one here.

Six-Seater Dining Tables and Full Sets Across the Price Range

Six seats move you into two clear tiers. The middle tier is a 1.8m table on its own, and the top tier is a full set that includes seating and suits outdoor use.

6 Seater Dining Table South Africa: Kiva and Forrez 1.8m Tables

The 1.8m Kiva dining table is listed at around R3,999. The Forrez 1.8m table is listed as a band of around R2,999 to R4,299, and that band is not tied to any one finish, so open the page to see what each option costs.

Both are six-seat tables with melamine construction, and both are listed as assembly required. The Forrez adds steel pin legs. Both come in Walnut, Nordic White or Whitewashed Oak.

These are the standard six-seat middle tier, and the Forrez can come in below the Kiva at its low end.

Dining Table and Chairs Price in South Africa: Full Sets for Six

At the top of the range, the Capri indoor/outdoor six-seater set is listed at around R12,499. It has woven rope chairs and an aluminium and polywood build, and it suits patios, balconies and gardens as well as indoor use.

The Santorini rattan-style patio set sits at around R13,999. It is a relaxed outdoor patio set rather than a classic dining arrangement: an L-shape layout with fabric padded cushions, matching ottomans and a weather-resistant frame. Pick it for lounging outside, not for formal dinners.

Compare these with building your own six-seat setup. Three pairs of Arya chairs would cost around R6,897, more than either 1.8m table. Add a Kiva and you reach roughly R10,900. Add a Forrez and you land between roughly R9,900 and R11,200.

So the full sets cost more, but not as much more as the table prices alone suggest. If you want indoor-only velvet seating, the table-and-chairs route gives you that. If you want something that lives outside, the Capri or Santorini is built for it.

What Drives the Price: Materials, Finishes and Upholstery

Seat count and table size set the baseline. After that, three things move the number: where the piece is meant to live, what the surface is made of, and how the seating is upholstered.

Outdoor-ready builds generally cost more than indoor-only pieces. The Capri set is a good example, because its aluminium, polywood and woven rope are chosen to cope with patio conditions. Weather resistance belongs to the outdoor sets only, so don't assume it of the indoor tables.

Melamine, the surface on both 1.8m tables, is a laminate-style finish. It keeps the price of a large table within reach, and it is a different material from the solid wood legs on the studio table.

Velvet is what sets the Arya chairs apart: vertical seams, a gold-plated frame and a soft, upholstered feel that costs more to make than a plain seat. If you are weighing velvet elsewhere in the home, our velvet couch price guide covers the same trade-off on a bigger piece.

Finishes such as Walnut, Nordic White and Whitewashed Oak are a style choice. Don't count on one colour being cheaper than another. The Forrez price band is a reminder that the listing itself is the only reliable guide.

Standard Sizes Versus Custom Builds: How the Pricing Compares

Standard sizes and custom builds price in different ways, so you can't line them up like for like. Sizing mechanics are covered elsewhere on the site, so this section sticks to money.

Standard Sizes: Listed Prices You Can Plan Around

A listed table gives you a fixed starting figure. The studio table at around R1,799 and the 1.8m tables at around R2,999 to R4,299 let you budget with a real number, then add chairs, delivery and assembly on top.

The limit is obvious: a listing won't flex. If your room needs a table that is a different length or a different finish from what is listed, a standard piece won't do it, however good the price looks.

Custom Builds: Where the Price Premium Comes From

Homestylez designs and builds made-to-order pieces for residential customers, so the size, finish and materials you choose are the variables that set a custom price. A custom build is priced to your measurements, not to a shelf item. It usually lands above the standard listings for that reason.

You are paying for a table that fits your room and your taste, and for time spent building it. If that fit matters more than the lowest price, it is worth getting a quote. The custom furniture cost guide has the full breakdown.

Delivery, Assembly and Other Costs That Change the Total

List price is only part of what you pay. When you compare options, compare full totals that include delivery, because a cheaper table with a costly delivery can end up dearer than a pricier one that arrives easily.

Check the delivery quote on the product page or ask Homestylez before you commit.

Assembly and Handling for Tables and Multi-Piece Sets

The 1.8m Kiva and the Forrez are both listed as assembly required, so set aside time for putting them together, or ask someone to help. The Arya chairs are listed as easy to assemble, which makes them the simpler part of a four- or six-seat build.

Multi-piece sets need planning on the day. Measure the doorways, stairs and passage between the delivery point and the room, because a six-seat set arrives in more than one box.

If you also host guests who need somewhere to sit, the Homepro - Inflatable Lazy Sofa Set, at around R449, is optional lounge seating. It sits outside the dining price tiers, so leave it out of your table budget.

Choosing Your Tier and Getting a Quote

Pick your tier by seat count and room first, then by budget. For four seats in a small room, start with the studio table and the Arya chairs. For six seats, choose between the Kiva and the Forrez, and add chairs. For an outdoor space, look at the Capri or Santorini sets.

If a listed size and finish suit you, go straight to the product pages and check the current price there.

If you need a different size, a finish that isn't listed, or a custom table-and-chairs combination, contact Homestylez with your room measurements and seat count. You will get a quote based on your own numbers rather than a guess from a price list.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a 4 seater dining set cost in South Africa?

Pairing the Nu Dekor - 1.2m Studio Dining Table (around R1,799) with two sets of the Nu Dekor - Arya Velvet Dining Chair - Set of 2 (around R2,299 each) comes to roughly R6,400. The chairs make up most of that. Check the product pages for current prices and add delivery.

What is the cheapest dining table I can buy for a small room?

The Nu Dekor - 1.2m Studio Dining Table, listed around R1,799, is the least expensive table in this guide. It is rectangular, suits corners and small spaces, and the listing says it fits 4 or 6 people. It comes in black or white.

Why is a six-seater outdoor set so much dearer than a 1.8m table?

The Shayd - Capri set (around R12,499) and Shayd - Santorini set (around R13,999) include seating, and they are built for outdoor use. A 1.8m table such as the Kiva or Forrez is a table only and sits at around R2,999 to R4,299. Add six chairs to a table and the gap narrows.

Is a custom dining table always more expensive than a standard one?

Usually, yes. A custom build is priced to your measurements, finish and materials, so it tends to land above listed standard sizes. If a listed table already fits your room, it gives you a fixed price to plan around.

What extra costs should I budget for besides the table price?

Add chairs if the table is sold on its own, plus delivery. The Kiva and Forrez tables are listed as assembly required, so factor in the time or help for putting them together. Ask Homestylez for the delivery cost before you order.