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Coffee Table BUYING GUIDE
Things to Keep In Mind While Shopping for a Coffee Table
A coffee table is one detail that can break or make the look of your living room.
Having a bad coffee table is like a supermodel with improperly done make up.
The question is which coffee table will work best for your living room. This guide
will steer you in the right direction of the coffee table which is just right for you.
1. SHAPE
There are five typical shapes for coffee tables on the market:
- Oval
- Square
- Circular
- Rectangular
- Free form
The arrangement of other furniture in your living room will determine what shape
is best. Specifically take note of the space in front of the table. If the space is
square, choose a square coffee table. If it is rectangle, buy a coffee table of
the same shape.
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2. SIZE
Try to be perfect with size. A coffee table that is way too small would honestly look funny.
An excellent rule of thumb is to choose a table that is about 2/3rds the size of your sofa.
Here are some useful ratios:
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3. HEIGHT & STYLE
Typically, the height of your coffee table should be the same height with the cushions
of the chairs, loveseat or sofa. This will ensure that anyone seated can comfortably
use the table.
You don't want to have a coffee table that looks like 'the odd one out' in your room.The
style should be consistent with the prevalent style in the room, that is, the style of other
furniture pieces in the room.
For traditional styles, tables are made from:
- Brass
- Wood
- Hardwood solid
- Veneer
For contemporary styles, tables are made from:
- Glass
- Metal
- Leather
- Stone
Before you set out for shopping, take the following measurements:
- Size and shape of the floor immediately in front of the seating area
- Height of cushions
- Length of sofa
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