A dining room — in its traditional sense — may seem old-fashioned or stuffy. But if you’re a hostess at heart, a formal area can help set the tone for an elevated soirée. Or on more low-key days, a put-together space can encourage the family to gather ’round the table instead of chomping from the living room couch.
Luckily, transforming this space into a room that’s worthy of dining in doesn’t have to cost a pretty penny. Whatever your style — be it glam or minimalist — it’s possible to find just the right piece at an affordable price tag. Just shop the picks from Walmart’s MoDRN home collection below to find the best dining room upgrades based on your décor preferences.
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This artsy light fixture gives off a warm glow that’ll make diners feel both wowed and welcomed instantly.
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Let your carefully planned menu (or Chinese take-out) take center stage on a sideboard, like this vintage-inspired piece.
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A comfortable tufted bench looks great tucked under the window, but instantly adds extra seats at the head of the table when you’re hosting a larger gathering.
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Decorative trays are great for holding passed apps or big batches of pre-made cocktails.
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These upholstered chairs are modern and structured, but don’t sacrifice comfort, thanks to a foam-padded seat your guests can relax in no matter how late the party goes.
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To informally encourage dialogue, try a round dining table. This one seats up to six people.
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If you can’t be bothered to play bartender all night, whip up a big-batch cocktail in this hammered pitcher and let everyone serve themselves. Cheers to that!
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Bare walls leave something to be desired. Intriguing art, on the other hand, subtly shows you’ve carefully considered every last detail.
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For big-batch family meals, you’ll need an attractive 12-piece dinnerware set to take you from the salad course straight through dessert.
A soft rug serves to pull your space together, making it feel cozy and inviting. But the dining room calls for something durable, too — especially if the room gets a lot of traffic. A low-pile polyester option, like this one, provides the best of both worlds.
Buffet table. Keeper of fine china. A pretty way to hide clutter. You decide!
A fan of bigger bashes? Invest in a larger dining table to accommodate all of your guests.
