A selection of dining tables that fulfill the requirements for outdoor furniture: longevity, capacity, simplicity (and in some cases, expandability).

Above: The Reclaimed Teak Table is 71 inches long; $1,398 at Terrain at Styer's.

Above: The Belvedere Teak Table from Restoration Hardware expands from 80 to 110 inches wide; $3,380.

Above: The drop-leaf Applaro Table is made of solid acacia wood; 55.25 inches wide (when expanded, it is 102.25 inches wide); $99 at Ikea.

Above: The Indonesian-made teak Alden Rectangular Dining Table is 103 inches long and is $3,250 at Design Within Reach.

Above: The Kayu Teak Table is 79 inches long; $1,800 at Design Within Reach.

Above: The teak Trovata Table is 84 inches long; $1,299 at Crate and Barrel.

Above: Provence Beam Rectangular Dining Table; made of reclaimed teak; 120 inches long; $3,655 at Restoration Hardware.

Above: Pure II Rectangular Dining Table by Henry Hall Designs measures 70.75 long by 35.5 inches wide; $2,700 (for more information on showrooms or purchasing, contact Henry Hall Designs at 800-767-7738).

Above: The Weekender Outdoor Dining Table of solid plantation-grown eucalyptus wood measures 60 by 36 inches; $349 at CB2.

Above: From venerable UK-based teak furniture maker Barlow Tyrie (known for its high quality products); the 59-inch Monaco Dining Table is $1,289 at Didrik's, which offers free shipping.