Coffee tables
The coffee table is a prominent accessory in any living or family room, giving a pull-together look. The great advantage of this piece is that it is not only a surface to hold your glasses, cups, books, magazines or remote controls, but it is also a stylish complement to your space, bringing family and friends together around it. Functionality is essential, yet the designer aspect these days comes first, especially in the living room. When choosing a coffee table, you should consider what you will keep at it and if you need extra drawers under the top or an additional bottom shelf. Decide what is most convenient for you.
FIND THE RIGHT SHAPE
When choosing the right coffee table, you have to consider its shape. Round, oval, rectangular, or square? Well, it depends. Don't shoot in the dark. We are here to help. First of all, you have to pay attention to your sofa configuration. Sectionals work well with round and square tables, while rectangular and oval go well with traditional 3-seater sofas or loveseats. If you have kids, oval and round are proper around them. The newest trends also show us irregular shapes, so you have to decide if it fits into your space based on size and style.
HEIGHT IS CRUCIAL
The height of the coffee table is as essential as its shape so let's determine it. The height of a table shouldn't be lower than 1-2 inches than the seat of your sofa. The most popular height of the coffee tables is 16-18 inches.