How To Pick The Best Coffee Table For Your Living Room!
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|February 2023
Picking a coffee table may seem like an easy task—until you’re out shopping and realise just how many shapes, sizes and materials they come in! These considerations will help you make the best choice for your living room.
Consider the size
It’s essential to match the size of the coffee table to the square footage of your living room. A small living room shouldn’t be crowded with a huge coffee table, especially if the room is on the darker side. Instead, nesting tables are a good choice, allowing you to arrange them as you like, stack them up for storage or move them around for guests to set down their drinks. An open-concept living room (or a very large one), on the other hand, will look awkward and empty with a tiny coffee table and should be fitted out with a grander one.

In a similar vein, consider the size of your couch and other seating. Try to match the expanse of the tabletop to the size of the seating area for a
Pick a suitable material
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