Polish your silver, clean your china and crystal – or stock up on pretty paper plates! Press any linens, table runner, placemats or napkins. Determine where each guest will sit, and mark their place with a small gift.

Plan your centerpiece and decorations. Tall candles or hurricane lamps look lovely on a sideboard or buffet, but a lower centerpiece make conversation easier at the table.

Keep a file of all your favorite holiday recipes, then plan your menu well in advance and stock up on non-perishable items. When you set the table, place the serving dish and utensil for each dish on the table.

Protect your dining room table with a table pad or trivet. Do not use silicone pads on wood furnishings, as they can damage the finish.

Visit your local PMD Distribution Center for solutions to your dining room dilemmas from Royal Heritage Home Furnishings!