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Decor & Design · August 16, 2022

How Tall are Coffee Tables

How Tall are Coffee Tables

Coffee tables today are a vital interior design component for the ideal living room setup. Modern-day coffee tables come in various shapes and sizes: the round coffee table, oval coffee table, and rectangular or square coffee table, to name a few. The shape of the coffee table you use depends on the style you prefer and whether it can complement other furniture in your living room.

Apart from the shape, the height of a coffee table is another aspect you should consider when buying a piece of furniture. The question is, what exactly is the ideal coffee table height? Let’s find out.

The Perfect Coffee Table Dimensions

Coffee Table Height

Numerous factors come into play when figuring the ideal height for a coffee table. Coffee tables can have heights that range between 12 to 24 inches. The standard height for a coffee table is between 16 to 18 inches.

That is fairly straightforward, but finding the perfect piece that works well with the furniture placement in your room and seating arrangement, generally, is not that simple. For one, a coffee table practically works in a pair with your sofa. Its dimensions should complement the placement of your sofa.

The best coffee table height would be an inch or two shorter than the seat cushions of your sofa. This makes using the coffee table and interacting with objects on the tabletop the most convenient. If someone wants to put their feet up on the table, the coffee table’s height will provide just the right amount of elevation.

Since the height of your coffee table depends on the couch, the standard height may not always be the proper height for your coffee table.

If a 16 to 18-inch table does not offer the inch or two height difference with the sofa cushions, consider a few inches lower if the sofa is too close or lower than the tabletop. Getting a higher table on your couch offers more elevation. The key thing is to adjust the table’s height with the surrounding seating.

Coffee Table Length

Determining how tall a coffee table is not the only aspect to take care of. Coffee table length is another key factor. The side of the coffee table facing your couch should be approximately two-thirds the length of the sofa. This is commonly known as the two-thirds rule.

Square coffee tables would have uniform dimensions, so you can’t do much with the coffee table width. In the case of rectangular ones, go for coffee tables that fit the family room well and leave enough clearance around them to move around freely. Round coffee tables are usually compact; just pick the right coffee table height.

The Best Coffee Table for your Living Room

When choosing the right dimensions for your coffee table size, whether it is a square, rectangular, or round coffee table, keep the details mentioned in this guide in mind. This way, you’ll easily find the perfect coffee table!

Don’t worry about limited options, as many sellers like Copper and Tweed sell quality coffee tables for your living room. Four Hands Wood Coffee Tables are particularly popular as of recent.

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