Choosing a coffee table is not something most people prioritize when it comes to decorating their living room. Yes, it serves a practical purpose because where else will we be able to artfully lay down a book or a bunch of magazines for guests to peruse? Still, it serves as an afterthought compared to how much time and effort is spent getting the sofa, rug, and even the curtains right. But the coffee table is so much more than just a resting place for your stuff. It can double up as a stool if you lack seating for guests. It can add character to your living space, depending on what treasured trinkets you want to place there. It can also function as storage space, though this will depend on the features of your coffee table.
Oval Coffee Tables Buying Guide:
So, you want to buy an oval coffee table. There are plenty of options to choose from, so you shouldn’t have a problem finding one for your living room. Right? Well, that’s certainly true if you don’t mind just getting the first coffee table that you come across. But if you want to get the best oval coffee table that looks perfect in your living space, then you need to make sure you follow the rules below.
Rule #1: Get the size right.
If you want your oval coffee table to complement the rest of your existing furniture, you need to make sure that it has the right scale and proportion. The height of your table should be the same as the top of your sofa’s cushions. You can get away with something an inch or two lower, but any more than that and it will look a little awkward.
Aside from height, you also need to make sure to get the right length. Your oval coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of your sofa. So, if you have a sofa that measures 96 inches long, then your coffee table should be approximately 64 inches long.
Size is not just about how long or how high your coffee table is. It also requires you to take clearance into account. There should be sufficient space around your coffee table that you can move around it easily, but not enough space that it’s too far for you to easily reach whatever’s on it. Typically, the space between your sofa and your table should be around 12 to 18 inches. If you have a TV or fireplace, leave around 24 to 30 inches of space between the table and them.
Rule #2: Choose the material that matches your decor and lifestyle.
Coffee tables come in a wide variety of materials – metal, wood, glass, etc. If you want a formal oval coffee table, you’ll want something delicate and fragile-looking such as glass. Like glass, clear acrylic can help make your living room look more open. However, if you have kids in the house, something durable and sturdy would be better such as wood or metal. If you want something modern, glass, metal, and acrylic would look great. A traditional room would require your coffee table to be made of wood or marble.
Rule #3: Consider the functionality.
Obviously, your oval coffee table will be used to hold books, phones, food, and drinks. But coffee tables can have multiple purposes. You can choose a table that provides additional storage space such as shelves or drawers. Some coffee tables feature casters and wheels to make them easier to move around when necessary. You should also think about what you’ll be doing on the coffee table. Will you be using it to play board games? How about puzzles? If you entertain people in your home, will your coffee table serve as a secondary dining table?
Finding the right coffee table to match your needs requires thoughtful consideration. But you shouldn’t feel overwhelmed. Just make sure to follow the rules above and enjoy your shopping.
Our Selected Winners
- Elegant design: spacious table top, simple line outline, unique pattern, low-key and calm tone, these elements combine to make this coffee table the center of the surrounding environment no matter where it is.
- Carefully selected materials: This cocktail table adopts solid wood frame as a whole, which is sturdy and durable. The tabletop uses tempered glass, which is not easy to scratch and is easy to clean.
- Spacious storage space: spacious table top and lower shelf, there is enough space to put your belongings. The size is 45.98" W x 29" D x 19" H, easy to assemble and can be used for a long time.
- Factory direct sales: The products are not passed through the supplier from production to sales, the quality is guaranteed and the price is lower.
- Buy with confidence: We provide a one-year warranty, if you are not satisfied with the product, you can return it at any time.
- Rich hand applied Chocolate Cherry Finish
- Diamond Matched Veneer Top
- Solid hardwood and veneer construction
- Round Space Saving Design
- Small footprint makes it ideal for apartments and condos
- Grooved Surface Texture
- Lower Display Shelf for storage
- Traditional Coffee Table: Make a Grand Impression With This Elegant Coffee Table; Scrolled Details and Intricate Leaf Carvings Are Sure to Pull It to the Center of Attention in Your Living Room
- Glass Tabletop: This Oval Cocktail Table With a Fixed Shelf Is Made of Engineered Wood With Metal Accents; Topped With a Beveled Glass Tabletop
- ORNATE DETAILS: Acanthus leaf carvings and shapely serpentine legs add layers of interest to this classic, beloved design
- SPACIOUS STORAGE: With a spacious tabletop and lower shelf, there's plenty of room to keep your favorite books or decor accents. Measures 48.00 Inch W X 33.63 Inch D X 20.25 Inch H
- ASSEMBLY REQUIRED: Easy to follow instructions, hardware and tools included
- DIRECT FROM THE MANUFACTURER: Ashley Furniture goes the extra mile to package, protect and deliver your purchase in a timely manner
- BUY WITH CONFIDENCE: Designed and manufactured by Ashley Furniture Industries; The trusted source for stylish furniture, lighting, rugs, accessories and mattresses. For every taste and budget
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- 31. 50" L x 23. 60" W x 13" H, widest point when rotated: 47. 63" W
- Finished with a white high-gloss sheen
- Features swivel Rotating tops
- Constructed from plywood
- The Kendall oval Mod swivel Coffee table is reminiscent to the late 60's era. This modern designed table features rotating tops that transforms an ordinary table to a artistic and interesting piece. Far from traditional, The Kendall will sure to be a statement piece in your living room, Bedroom or office
- Contains 1 cocktail table only
- Features an oval shape
- Beveled glass top with scrollwork underlay
- Overall Dimensions : 33. 63 inches in Length x 47. 38 inches in Width x 19. 75 inches in Height
- Metal legs with carvings
- Thanks to its exclusive design, the base bottom provides extra space for placing newspapers, magazines, etc
- It is made in solid construction that will offer you years of good service
- This coffee table in high gloss white is an instant upgrade to your living room
- It can be used as a coffee table for a convenient surface to rest your drink or any other necessity you need close at hand
- You can also bring it into your bedroom for use as a unique nightstand! It's easy to clean, only a clean soft damp cloth needed for maintenance!
- STABILITY YOU CAN COUNT ON: Your table is constructed from 100% FSC-certified birchwood, so you know it?s sustainable and dependable. This table top is milled from top-grade, super refined engineered wood and finished with a smooth wooden edge applied via thermal foil. Woods and metals for the bases are made from solid ash wood and high-strength, powder-coated stainless steel.
- LIFE PROOF SURFACING: This is a glare-free, scuff and UV resistant surface that is and BPA-free. Go ahead and get dirty. Feel free to wipe it with whatever cleaning products you have laying around the house. It's life-proof for your convenience.
- RESPONSIBLE SOURCING: The materials used to make this table top have been selected with intention. Our engineered wood meets requirements of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, is an Eco-Certified Composite, has LEED accreditation and meets Green Globes standards. We recycle any excess from each wood sheet, in fact certain designs are even intended to absorb such ?waste.? Only nose to tail cooks in this kitchen.
- NO STRESS ASSEMBLY: Our signature assembly requires less than 10 minutes of setup. Guaranteed no-sweat. FLAT PACK DELIVERY: Your lounge chair will arrive in 2 boxes. It?s designed to ship flat-pack which for you means no logistical frustration, no damage to your doorway, and it packs up like a breeze when you?re ready to move.
- MODERNIZED MCM DESIGN: This iconic silhouette is brought back to life in new, never seen before designs and colors for a modern take on a mid-century classic.
- Elegant design: spacious table top, simple line outline, unique pattern, low-key and calm tone, these elements combine to make this coffee table the center of the surrounding environment no matter where it is.
- Carefully selected materials: This cocktail table adopts solid wood frame as a whole, which is sturdy and durable. The tabletop uses tempered glass, which is not easy to scratch and is easy to clean.
- Spacious storage space: spacious table top and lower shelf, there is enough space to put your belongings. The size is 45.98" W x 29" D x 19" H, easy to assemble and can be used for a long time.
- Factory direct sales: The products are not passed through the supplier from production to sales, the quality is guaranteed and the price is lower.
- Buy with confidence: We provide a one-year warranty, if you are not satisfied with the product, you can return it at any time.