how close to the table edge is it socially acceptable to place a full glass of water?

Fisk400@feddit.nu to Ask Lemmy@lemmy.world – 72 points –

The question assumes that you are in mixed company and not just by yourself at your home.

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It depends.

  • If you are dining, then place it on the far side of your plate.
  • If you are sitting at a table, but not dining, then place it approximately halfway between the dining position and the table edge.
  • If you are standing by the table, then I'd go with about 4"-6" from the table edge.
  • If you are standing by the table in a high traffic area, then I'd go with 6"-8".
  • If you notice someone nearby who is particularly animated when speaking, then I'd aim for the centre of the table.

This answer assumes the table in question is a dining table. Coffee tables are a whole different kettle of fish; and don't even get me started on side tables, bureaus and credenzas!

Edit: formatting

I need to know your credenza rules

You are not ready for the credenza rules.

This is true. I'm still working on the rules around what constitutes a credenza.

This is fantastic. I want to lick your brain (in an appreciative and consensual way).

I found I disagreed strongly, but that was for standing tables, for dining tables I agree without reservation. Well phrased!