Simple Tips for Choosing a Coffee Table
Tips for buying a coffee table
Almost
every home has a coffee table. It can be considered the center of a room and is
getting more popular. If you are thinking about purchasing a new coffee table
there are some things you should know before making that buy.
First
of all what is going to be the purpose of the table? Is it going to be placed
in a room where there is lots of traffic or is it going to be used more as a
decorative piece?
Here's
a little hint, if it's decoration you are going for do not put more than one or
two items on the table. If your living space is small buy a table with a shelf
or some storage space to place items in. On the other hand if you are placing
the table in a high traffic area make sure you choose a durable material that
can withstand the abuse.
The
material that your table is made of is also something to think about. Wood is
probably the most popular choice for a coffee table so maybe this is where you
would like to start looking.
Glass
tables are excellent if you have carpet or a beautiful area rug underneath and
you would like it to show through. They are also great in small rooms because
they look like they do not take up too much space.
Leather
tables are also something you may consider as they are very stylish and
durable.
If
you do not have much space and a large coffee table is not an option try using
two smaller coffee tables placed side by side instead.
The
style of adjacent furniture, especially your sofa, is very important when
choosing your coffee table. Never buy your table the same length as your sofa.
About half the length of the sofa should be sufficient.
Try
to buy your table the same height as the seats of your sofa. You should still
measure the space that you have set aside for your table.
You
may be asking yourself what shape your new table should be, round, rectangular,
oval or square. Well that can also depend on the shape of your sofa. If your
sofa has angular lines, try a rectangular table. If the sofa has a more rounded
shape on the arms and back, go for a round table.
Avoid
impulse buying. Shop around at different places before you make a final
decision on your purchase.
If
you have a tight budget, stick to it.
Once
you've done all your homework and took your time, buying that new coffee table
should not be much of a problem.
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