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A coffee table can really make or break a living room setting. It can be used to show off decor, provide extra storage space, or even as a makeshift desk. While it may not be in the dead center of your living room, it is certainly a centerpiece.
Finding a coffee table that matches your existing style isn’t hard – making sure you find one that’s functional and durable takes a little time to find. Luckily, we looked at the best coffee tables on the market and narrowed it down based on key specifications. From modern to farmhouse, there’s a coffee table to match your aesthetic.
Walker Edison Sedalia Modern Farmhouse Metal X Coffee Table
Walker Edison Sedalia Modern Farmhouse Metal X Coffee Table
Shape：Rectangle
Brand：Walker Edison
Table design：Coffee Table
Special Feature：Storage
Product Dimensions：40 x 22 x 18 inches
Item Weight：48 pounds
Walker Edison Sedalia Modern Farmhouse Metal X Coffee Table ：This coffee table from Walker Edison is a great centerpiece for any living room. At 18 inches tall, it’s not too short or too tall for any sofa, and its generous surface area provides plenty of room for decor, books and coffee cups. With a top surface weight of 125 pounds and a bottom weight of 75 pounds, it’s perfect for storage.
Tangkula Wood Lift Top Coffee Table
Tangkula Wood Lift Top Coffee Table
Furniture Finish：White
Base Type：Leg
Style：Contemporary
Assembly Required：Yes
Product Dimensions：19 x 41 x 24.5 inches
Item Weight：60 pounds
Tangkula Wood Lift Top Coffee Table：This versatile coffee table is suitable for the office or living room. It features three compartments for storage or display, and the lid lifts to provide additional storage space and a higher table top. Tanguka’s table is available in three colors: brown, rustic brown and white (brown table top included). Round pads on the bottom of the table legs prevent wear and damage.
Nathan James Piper Coffee Table
Nathan James Piper Coffee Table
Furniture Finish：Black
Base Type：Leg
Style：Modern
Assembly Required：Yes
Product Dimensions ：36.5 x 36.5 x 18 inches
Item Weight ：24 pounds
Nathan James Piper Coffee Table：This sleek, modern piece is built to last. It uses a sturdy X-shaped metal frame to support the faux marble tabletop. At 36 inches wide, this table gives you plenty of room for accent pieces and work-at-home settings. The table can hold up to 99 pounds and stands 18 inches tall, complementing most sofas.
charaHOME Round Coffee Tables
charaHOME Round Coffee Tables
Furniture Finish：Alloy Steel
Base Type：Sled
Style：Modern,Minimalist
Assembly Required：Yes
Product Dimensions：34 x 34 x 18.5 inches
Item Weight：39.1 pounds
charaHOME Round Coffee Tables：These nesting tables give you the flexibility to expand the surface when you need more space for food, small furnishings or more space – or you can slide the smaller table into the larger one to give yourself more room to move around. With its MDF surface and sturdy metal frame, this table is both sturdy and stable. The large table is black and the smaller table is white, making it suitable for most home décor styles.
WOHOMO Coffee Table
WOHOMO Coffee Table
Shape：Rectangle
Brand：WOHOMO
Table design：Coffee Table
Style：Coffee Table
Product Dimensions：41.7 x 21.7 x 17.7 inches
Item Weight：35 pounds
Size
You don’t want your coffee table to overwhelm (or overwhelm) your space. In general, it should sit at or about one to two inches below the height of the sofa. Many coffee tables are about 18 inches tall. It is also recommended that your coffee table be approximately ⅔ the size of the sofa.
Shape
Most coffee tables are either rectangular or round. In most cases, the choice between the two comes down to preference. It is important to note that you are more likely to get storage space (visible or hidden) with a rectangular coffee table, as they usually include shelves and drawers. However, if you are looking for nesting tables, you will find that most options are round because they are easier to slide into each other.
Material
If your coffee table is easily scratched, it won’t take long before you have to replace it. I have found that the best and most durable coffee tables are made of wood, MDF, metal or particle board. If you want a wood or rustic feel, choose wood, MDF or particle board. If you prefer a more modern or contemporary design, you’ll want metal.
What is a coffee table used for?
The coffee table serves as both the centerpiece of the living room and additional storage space. Simpler designs can be used to show off small furnishings and other items, while unique pieces can serve as their own decorative pieces. While not all living rooms need coffee tables, they often help bring the aesthetic together.
What is a lift top coffee table?
Lift-up coffee tables feature a table top that can be raised to reveal additional storage space, or even used as a desk or work area. They are most common on rectangular coffee tables.
What is the best size for a coffee table?
Coffee tables are not everything. Generally speaking, you want one that is smaller than your sofa so that it doesn’t overwhelm a room. It is also important to keep the height of the table within an inch or two of the sofa seat height.
