Are you planning to renovate your living room and are you looking for the perfect coffee table? Choosing your coffee table is not always an easy step! This piece of furniture is indeed the center of attention in a living room, besides the sofa. It is therefore necessary to choose the coffee table carefully and ensure that the style matches the other furniture in the living room or any other decor. If you don't know where to start, here are some tips to help you find the ideal coffee table.
Which coffee table to choose: the material
When choosing a coffee table, you will need to consider different materials depending on the mood you are going for. So, which coffee table should you choose ? Check out some of the most common materials below.
Wooden coffee table
Timeless, wooden coffee tables are very popular because they can be easily adapted to any style of interior decoration. In addition to this, wood is very robust and durable, so it is a great investment.
Glass coffee table
Glass coffee tables are also very popular because they can fit any style. They provide a sense of visual lightness to a room or hall, and can make your living room look more spacious and airy. In addition, glass is very easy to clean.
Metal coffee table
Metal coffee tables are very modern, stylish and versatile. They come in a variety of styles and are perfect for contemporary living rooms. Metal is very durable and can add an industrial touch to your decor.
Ceramic coffee table
The ceramic coffee table is certainly the most trendy designer coffee table today. In addition to its design, a coffee table with a ceramic top has many advantages: resistance to shocks, scratches, stains and heat.
Of course, material combinations are not excluded when it comes to choosing a coffee table . Thus, you can find coffee tables with a wooden, glass, ceramic or metal top, but with legs made of other materials, as is the case, for example, of a designer ceramic coffee table with wooden legs.
How to choose your coffee table: shape and design
Once you have chosen the material (or materials), it is time to determine the type of coffee table that will best suit your room, in this case your living room. The rectangular coffee table, the most common, adapts to many surfaces: if you have a corner sofa or 2 sofas facing each other, a rectangular table will be the perfect solution. A round or oval coffee table is ideal for a large living room. It offers a very convivial space and a very soft style. Having no corner, the round or oval coffee table is just as safe for children. The square coffee table is also suitable for large spaces. And then there is the nesting coffee table, very trendy, which is ideal for small spaces, since the nesting table can be easily moved as needed.
Choosing your coffee table also means thinking about the design of the table. Coffee tables can be simple or have interesting features such as a removable shelf, additional storage or a sliding surface. Very practical when it has a lower shelf or drawers, the square coffee table for example gives a style full of character. These features can be very useful if you need to use your coffee table for additional activities such as working or eating.
You can also choose between a fixed coffee table or a swivel coffee table. The fixed coffee table is a classic option that offers a timeless style and can be placed in the middle or against a wall to save space. The swivel coffee table is a modern option that can be swiveled outwards and is perfect for corners and smaller spaces.
Choosing your coffee table: opt for a style that complements your interior decor!
It is also a question of choosing a coffee table that complements your interior decor by playing on colors and textures. Your coffee table should blend perfectly with the style of your sofa and the rest of the furniture. For a corner sofa, for example, it is essential that the coffee table is well centered in the hollow of the corner sofa. It must therefore be at the same height as the seat of your sofa. For a U-shaped sofa, a round table will accentuate the convivial side of your living room.
When it comes to color, a coffee table in a neutral color can fit into any style. If you want to add a bit of color, opt for a model that contrasts with the tones of your walls or sofa. You can also choose a model with interesting details such as interesting patterns or lines.
It’s important to choose a design that will complement the rest of your decor and furniture. A round coffee table can be a great option if you prefer something softer and airier. A rectangular coffee table is well-suited for more formal living rooms…
All in all, at Souffle d'Intérieur, you have a wide choice of coffee tables. Square, rectangular, round, oval or nesting, the collection of coffee tables comes in many materials: wood, glass, ceramic and metal. As for the design, all colors and styles are there, ranging from the classic coffee table or with storage to the designer extendable coffee tables.
