Specify more than leg height
Share both the intended finished table height and the tabletop thickness. Width, length, material and approximate weight also influence the design. A leg shape seen in a photograph may not transfer directly to a different tabletop. Use a reference image for appearance and a separate measured sketch for the actual dimensions.
Explain how the table will be used
Dining, work and meeting tables have different seating arrangements. Discuss chair positions, knee clearance and the footprint of the frame. Mention extending tops or cable routes at the outset. For an existing room, nearby sockets, skirting boards and circulation space may also affect placement.
Coordinate the fixing detail
Timber, stone and other tops do not necessarily use the same connections. Agree fixing positions and the assembly method with the tabletop supplier, taking the material into account. Do not infer load capacity from a photograph; the complete assembly needs project-specific consideration. Discuss floor contact and any adjustment requirement as well.
Keep the quotation brief clear
A measured sketch, tabletop information, quantity, finish preference and delivery location provide a useful starting point. State who will carry out assembly. See our furniture metalwork service and the metal and timber connection guide for further planning notes.