Key takeaways
- Choose an extending table if the number of people you feed changes a lot, for example family visits or holiday rentals.
- Choose a fixed table if you usually seat the same number of people and want the simplest option.
- The Monaco Extending Dining Set extends from 165cm to 215cm and comes with eight stackable chairs (€1,519).
- The Monaco 1.5m Dining Set has a 150 × 100cm aluminium table and six stackable chairs (€1,039).
- The Monaco 1.1m Round and Square sets have sintered stone tops and four stackable chairs (€839).
An extending outdoor dining table is better if the number of people at your table changes often, because it stays compact day to day and grows when guests arrive. A fixed table is better if you usually seat the same number of people, because it's simpler and often more affordable. In the Monaco range, the Extending Dining Set goes from 165cm to 215cm, while the 1.5m and 1.1m sets are fixed.
Here's how to decide. See every option on the Monaco collection page.
How do the Monaco dining sets compare?
| Set | Table | Top | Chairs | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monaco Extending Dining Set (Pearl / Slate Grey) | 165–215 × 100cm, 75.5cm high | Powder-coated aluminium | 8 stackable | €1,519 (was €1,899) |
| Monaco 1.5m Dining Set (Pearl / Slate Grey) | 150 × 100cm, 75cm high | Powder-coated aluminium | 6 stackable | €1,039 (was €1,299) |
| Monaco 1.1m Round Dining Set (Pearl / Slate Grey) | 110 × 110cm, 75cm high | Sintered stone | 4 stackable | €839 (was €1,049) |
| Monaco 1.1 Square Dining Set (Pearl / Slate Grey) | 1.1m | Sintered stone | 4 stackable | €839 (was €1,049) |
| Monaco Mini Extending Dining Set | See product page | See product page | See product page | €799 (was €999) |
All the chairs in the Extending, 1.5m and 1.1m sets use 2x1 textilene fabric and measure 67cm long, 57cm wide and 85cm high.
When is an extending table the better choice?
- Your numbers change: four of you most of the week, eight when family visits.
- You run a holiday rental that sleeps different-sized groups.
- Space is tight day to day: at 165cm the table leaves more room on the terrace; at 215cm it seats everyone for a big lunch.
- You entertain a lot: eight stackable chairs means extra seats are already included.
When is a fixed table the better choice?
- You usually seat the same number, for example six for family meals.
- You want simplicity: no mechanism to operate.
- Budget matters: the 1.5m set (€1,039) and 1.1m sets (€839) cost less than the extending set.
- You want sintered stone: in the Monaco range, the 1.1m sets have sintered stone tops, which are highly resistant to stains, scratches, heat and UV.
Round or square for a small table?
For four people, a round table is sociable, with everyone facing the centre and no corners to bump into on a busy terrace. A square table can be pushed against a wall or railing to save space on narrow terraces.
How much space do you need?
As a guide, allow around 90cm from the table edge on every side where there are chairs. That means roughly:
- 1.1m round: about 2.9m × 2.9m
- 1.5m: about 3.3m × 2.8m
- Extending, closed (165cm): about 3.45m × 2.8m
- Extending, open (215cm): about 3.95m × 2.8m
If your terrace fits the closed size but not the open size, you can still extend it for special occasions by setting it up on a lawn or moving other furniture aside.
Why stackable chairs matter
Every chair in these Monaco sets is stackable, so spare chairs take up very little space when the table is closed or when you store furniture for winter. The 2x1 textilene weave (two horizontal strands woven with one vertical) spreads weight evenly and reduces stretching over time.
Visit our showrooms
Try the extending mechanism and sit at each table in person. Our team has more than 20 years of experience in outdoor furniture.
- San Javier: N-332, 81, 30730 San Javier, Murcia. Phone: +34 672 20 91 92
- Altea: Partida Cap-Blanch, 155, 03590 Altea, Alicante. Phone: +34 711 04 80 41
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Monaco Extending table?
165cm closed and 215cm extended, 100cm wide.
How many chairs come with the extending set?
Eight stackable chairs.
Which Monaco tables have sintered stone tops?
The 1.1m Round and 1.1 Square Dining Sets.
Are the chairs stackable?
Yes, in the Extending, 1.5m and 1.1m sets.
Do Monaco dining sets come in different colours?
Yes, Pearl and Slate Grey, at the same price.
Choose your table
Explore every Monaco dining set on the Monaco collection page, or visit us in San Javier or Altea.