A Coffee table is so much more than its name merely suggests. Coffee tables which are normally found in living rooms are not just tables on top of which you would place cups of Coffee. A Coffee table is one of the most important pieces of furniture in your home as it plays a very critical role in terms of providing your living room with a sense of identity.
As such, it is very important to choose wisely when looking to buy a coffee table to ensure that you’ve made the best choice that perfectly complements the style of your home and the style of your living room in particular.
So, in this article, we shall walk you through various aspects of coffee tables to consider, so as to help you make the best decision with regards to which type of coffee table to eventually pick.
Designs
Square: A basic and quite popular design that is perfect for relatively small rooms with limited seating -preferably square shaped- spaces. They don’t work very well with wide sofas though as they will probably not cover the width of the sofa and hence, will probably be out of reach for people sitting on both ends of the sofa.
Rectangle: Rectangular Coffee tables are very popular as they share almost all the benefits of the square coffee table in terms of style and design but they also come with an advantage where they work perfectly fine with wider seating settings such as sofas. They are however not entirely suitable for rooms with limited seating space due to the space they would need to take up. In such a setting, they will probably force people to walk around them in tight spaces which is inconvenient.
Round: As is the case with square coffee tables, round coffee tables work best within narrow-ish seating spaces but are more accommodative of sofas when compared to square coffee tables. One benefit it has over both square and rectangular coffee tables though is the absence of sharp edges or corners which makes it the ideal choice for families with young children or pets.
Oval: Oval coffee tables add a very unique sense of style to your living room with their smooth and unique shape. Ideal for spacious rooms with big sofas where they can cover the entire width of the sofa even for people sitting on both ends of the sofa. As is the case with round coffee tables, it is also recommended for families with children or pets due to the absence of sharp edges.
Material
Wood: Wood is a durable and reliable material that also happens to work with a wide variety of living room styles. It is also mostly associated with earthly colors which are becoming quite popular and therefore will add a fashionable sense of style to your living room. Accordingly, it is a very popular material when it comes to coffee tables and hence, it is one of the most commonly used materials.
Glass: Recommended for narrow rooms with limited space as glass generally gives the illusion of spaciousness. Additionally, glass is generally associated with bold designs but it balances things out by also giving a clean fluid look to your living room. Glass however easily breaks and may cause quite the mess if it does in terms of risk of injury of family members. As such, it is not recommended for families with children or pets.
Stone: Stone material comes in many types such as granite and marble. The ideal setting for this particular type of material is when the coffee table is placed on muted rugs or hardwood floors where the contrast between the coffee table and the floor gives the room a very specific sense of style and elegance.
Additional Features
Mirrored: Mirrors on coffee tables work the same way they do on walls where they create an illusion of doubling the amount of the actual space. As such, this works best for narrow areas where you would like to create a sense of spaciousness.
Storage Spaces: A rare combination of style and practicality with drawers and shelves being ideal for all types of storage ranging from magazines to pillows and much more. This is practical in the sense that it provides storage for items that would otherwise take up space in the room and can also add a sense of style of the stored items are arranged in a neat and organized manner.
Tray Top: As the name may suggest, the top of the table is actually a removable tray which is naturally used for serving drinks.
Nesting Tables: A group of 2 or more coffee tables that are identical in design but vary in size. The smaller tables fit under the larger ones. With that, you have multiple tables occupying the space of just one and any of those stacked tables can be pulled out whenever needed.
Rollers: Roller coffee tables have a small wheel fitted at the end of each leg of the table to avoid scratching the floor when moving the table. Perfect for families who tend to move furniture around often.
Built in outlets: A modern feature that is very practical as it allows you to charge your electronic devices. This is especially useful when you need your phone within reach but there are no electricity outlets near the seating area.With that, we conclude our article discussing the different types of coffee tables and how to pick the one that best fits the style of your living room. If you would like to get more information and read various other interesting articles, we invite you to check out myBayut blog and stay up to date with the latest we have to offer.
