A coffee table is an excellent piece of furniture to have in your home. Not only is it functional, but it can also add so much style to your space. But with so many coffee table options out there, how do you know you’ve found the right coffee table for you?
Purpose
Your table will serve many purposes. It will serve as a place to set your drinks. It will be a landing spot for magazines and remotes, and act as a surface for playing a games.
Keep in mind that your coffee table is an essential piece of furniture in the living room and should be able to fit comfortably in your space. Many homeowners find that a larger table is useful for displaying decorations and other living room items, while a smaller one is better for eating or playing games.
A small end table can also be a useful addition to your living room and can be added to a more formal setting as a statement piece.
Shape and Size
The shape and size of your coffee tables will be determined by the rooms size and shape, and the furniture that surrounds these tables. If you have a very modern sofa with straight lines then adding a round or oval shaped tables will add softness to the space. Adding a large square coffee table can anchor the entire room and will you give a lot of surface area to create beautiful vignettes.
Material
There are so many choices for the top of modern coffee tables. Lacquer is a good option as you can choose from many color options to co-ordinate with the other furniture in your room. Glass table tops come in with a mirrored, bronzed or clear glass finish. Wood options can add warmth to the room. Marble tops are elegant and can elevate a modern seating arrangement. All these options are beautiful and combining different surface finishes on the coffee tables and end tables will create an interesting and elegant space.
Final Thoughts
A coffee table can be used to serve any number of purposes, and you can choose one to suit your specific needs. So, make sure to keep your space and your style in mind when choosing a coffee table.
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