What you need to know about a coffee table?
A coffee table is a functional and mobile piece of furniture. How to fit it correctly into the interior and what should be taken into account when going shopping? We have prepared practical tips that everyone should know.
1. Functional or decorative purpose?
Functional coffee table
What is needed to make the interior look harmonious and comfortable? Before you go to the store for a coffee table, it is worth determining its purpose. If you need additional storage space, then you should purchase a model that has drawers and shelves..
Coffee table on wheels
Coffee table in the interior
When there is a need to quickly and easily move the table from one place to another, then it is also good to pay attention to mobile products with wheels..
Living room interior with coffee table
Unusual coffee table
For beauty – there are a variety of options. The main thing here is that they fit into the overall environment. This rule should be considered when choosing a material: wood brings notes of warmth to the space, glass makes the interior airy, and metal emphasizes modern style.
Glass coffee table
2. Visual harmony
Harmonious living room interior
Each piece of furniture in the interior must be selected in accordance with the area of the room. Be sure to take into account the visual weight of the table in relation to chairs and sofas. For example, if the upholstered furniture is large, made in simple geometric shapes, then the coffee table should be suitable. You should not select graceful models with ornate legs for massive pieces of furniture and vice versa..
Stylish living room interior
3. Suitable height
Unusual coffee table
To make it comfortable to sit at the coffee table, one simple rule should be observed: it should not be higher than the height of the sofa. Its height should match or be just below the sofa.
4. Table shape matters
Round coffee table in the interior
When the purpose of the table and the general furnishings of the interior are known, then it is easier to think about the shape of this piece of furniture. The rectangular options allow you to move around freely, even if there is a short distance between the TV and the table. And if there are children in the house, it is better to give preference to round or oval models. A variety of geometric shapes are also in fashion, especially hexagons..
5. Economy options
Multifunctional coffee table
When you need to save space in a small square, then transformer tables are ideal. For small apartments – just a perfect find.
6. Decide on the style
Before heading off to a coffee table, it is important to accurately determine the style of the decor. In a classic interior, neat wood models are appropriate.
Interesting living room interior
In ethnic style, interesting inlays, mosaic countertops, as well as unusual materials (rattan, bamboo, logs) are allowed.
Ecostyle table
In a modern style, coffee tables made of glass, plastic, metal, wood, made in laconic forms are good.
Scandinavian style interior
In an ecological interior, wooden models with original countertops look great, where even grass can be used for decorative purposes.
7. Non-standard approach
Compositions, which consist of two (three) small tables of fancy, round or square shapes, look very beautiful and unusual in the interior. Alternatively, instead of the traditional coffee table, you can use a pouf, hemp, chest or suitcase..
Stylish composition of coffee tables
Practicality now comes to the fore. How to turn a coffee table into a dining table or work table by simple manipulations? This is possible thanks to transforming tables, the best examples of which we have collected in one selection.
