Remodeling & Maintenance of an Oak Dining Table with an Expanded Tabletop and Reupholstered Chairs

Custom Furniture, Doors, Built-ins, Repurposing, Repair & Maintenance | OJIKI Workshop

This project showcases the remodeling of a client’s oak dining table by expanding the tabletop, along with reupholstering the matching dining chairs.

As families grow and lifestyles change, a dining table that once fit perfectly may begin to feel too small.

Rather than replacing the entire table, this project preserved the original table base while creating a brand-new tabletop tailored to the client’s current needs.

The original oak dining table, which had been cherished for many years, was enlarged from 180 cm to 220 cm. At the same time, the dining chairs were reupholstered to refresh the entire dining set.

By carefully matching the color, grain, and finish of the new tabletop to the existing base, we achieved a seamless result that looks as though it was originally built this way.

1. Expanding the Table from 180 cm to 220 cm for a Changing Lifestyle

For this project, we created a completely new tabletop to enlarge the client’s dining table from 180 cm to 220 cm.

The original table legs were carefully preserved and reused, while only the tabletop was replaced.

The additional 40 cm greatly improved the table’s functionality by providing:

• More comfortable seating for the whole family
• Extra space when entertaining guests
• A larger surface for dining, working, or everyday activities

2. Crafting a Beautiful New Oak Tabletop

The new tabletop was crafted from solid oak, selected for its attractive grain and durability.

Multiple boards were carefully joined together to create one large tabletop.

Each step of the process contributes to a premium-quality finish:

• Carefully selecting boards with matching grain patterns
• Securely joining and clamping the boards
• Hand-planing and sanding the surface to perfection

Every detail was finished by hand, allowing the natural beauty of the wood to shine through.

3. Matching the Finish to the Original Table Base

Because the original table legs were being reused, achieving a natural color match between the new tabletop and the existing base was one of the most important aspects of the project.

Since every piece of oak has its own unique grain and color variation, finishing requires both experience and precision.

The tabletop was protected with a durable polyurethane finish, which offers several advantages:

• Excellent resistance to water and stains
• Improved scratch resistance
• A beautiful, long-lasting sheen
• Easy everyday maintenance

4. Refreshing the Dining Set with Reupholstered Chairs

Along with remodeling the table, we also reupholstered the dining chairs.

Replacing the upholstery instantly refreshed the appearance of the entire dining set by:

• Improving seating comfort
• Giving the chairs a clean, updated appearance
• Creating a coordinated look with the remodeled table

The rich brown upholstery complements the warm tones of the oak, resulting in a timeless and elegant dining space.

5. Remodeling Instead of Replacing – A Sustainable Way to Enjoy Furniture Longer

A dining table is often one of the most treasured pieces of furniture in a home, filled with memories shared over many years.

Sometimes the furniture itself is still in excellent condition, but your lifestyle has changed.

Perhaps the table has become too small, or only the chairs have begun to show signs of wear.

Instead of replacing everything, remodeling allows you to adapt your furniture to your current needs while preserving its sentimental value.

Custom remodeling can include:

• Expanding or resizing tabletops
• Replacing tabletops
• Refinishing surfaces
• Reupholstering chairs

It’s an excellent solution for anyone who wants to continue enjoying well-loved furniture for many years to come.

Project Specifications

Summary

For this project, we remodeled a cherished oak dining table by expanding the tabletop from 180 cm to 220 cm and reupholstering the matching dining chairs, giving the entire dining set a fresh new appearance.

Custom remodeling makes it possible to preserve furniture with sentimental value while adapting it to your current lifestyle.

At OJIKI Workshop, we offer customized solutions including table resizing, tabletop replacement, refinishing, chair reupholstery, and other furniture restoration services tailored to each client’s needs.

If you’d like to make your existing furniture more functional for today’s lifestyle or continue using a treasured piece for many more years, we’d be happy to help.

OJIKI Workshop specializes not only in custom-made furniture and architectural woodwork, but also in furniture restoration, refinishing, antique furniture repair, and custom remodeling.

For consultations or a free estimate, please feel free to contact us via LINE, phone, or our inquiry form.

Phone: 046-204-5592 (Weekdays 9:00–18:00)

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《About OJIKI Workshop》
OJIKI Workshop manufactures and sells furniture, doors, and architectural woodwork made from solid natural wood.

In addition to selling our original products, we also provide custom-made furniture, remodeling, repair, and maintenance services for unused furniture, aged doors, and built-in woodwork that no longer suits modern lifestyles.
For remodeling, repair, and maintenance projects, we listen carefully to our clients’ requests regarding design, functionality, and usability before beginning production. This approach has earned us many words of appreciation from our customers.
We hope to meet the needs of customers who wish to use their wooden furniture and wooden architectural elements with care for many years to come.

⚫︎You want to repair and maintain beloved furniture or doors so you can continue using them for a long time.
⚫︎You want to remodel furniture that your family has used for many years so it better suits your current lifestyle.
⚫︎You want to order custom-made furniture or doors made from natural materials, with careful attention to both design and usability.
⚫︎You want to live in a healthier environment, both physically and mentally, by using natural materials in the furniture and doors of your home.
⚫︎You want to incorporate a relaxing environment with natural materials into your office.
⚫︎You want to create a shop that uses plenty of natural materials.
And more.

For consultations about furniture and architectural woodwork made from natural materials, please leave it to us at OJIKI Workshop.
We look forward to hearing from you.
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OJIKI Co., Ltd.
Wooden Furniture and Wooden Architectural Woodwork [Custom-Made, Remodeling, Repair]
Zama, Yamato, Sagamihara
5-49-16 Hibarigaoka, Zama City, Kanagawa 252-0003, Japan
Phone: 046-204-5592 (Weekdays 9:00–18:00)
Representative Director: Kenichi Okawa
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Graduated from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Tokai University
Graduated from Chippendale International School of Furniture in the United Kingdom
(Furniture making and antique furniture repair)
Trained for three years at Rengesou Motomachi Workshop
Based on the traditional production process of Yokohama furniture, which has continued for more than 100 years, he continues to explore new designs using materials such as iron, leather, and glass while engaging in woodworking every day.
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