What is the perfect coffee table size?

The perfect coffee table size: A guide to selection

A coffee table can be the centerpiece of a living room. It serves not only as a practical surface but also as a stylish element in room design. Choosing the right coffee table size is therefore crucial to finding the balance between functionality and aesthetics. In this blog article we will discuss how to choose the perfect coffee table size for your home.

Context matters

Before you start looking for the ideal Coffee table consider the context of your living room. Here are some questions you should ask yourself:

1. Room size: How big is your living room? A coffee table that is too large or too small can make the space feel unbalanced. Measure the available space and note the dimensions.
2. Sofa ratio: The coffee table should be proportionate to the sofa. A large, plush coffee table may fit well with a big, comfortable sofa, while a smaller sofa harmonizes with a more delicate table.
3. Flow of people: Ensure there is enough space around the coffee table to walk comfortably through the room. A distance of about 45-60 cm between the table and the sofa or other furniture is ideal.

Standard sizes as a guideline

Coffee tables come in various standard sizes. These can serve as a guideline to choose the right size for your space:

1. Small (60-90 cm width): This size fits well in average living rooms and provides enough surface area for magazines, remote controls, and decor.
2. Medium (90-120 cm width): Medium-sized coffee tables are ideal for spacious living rooms and can serve as a central element. They offer plenty of space for decor, books, and more.
3. Large (over 120 cm width): You have a lot of space in your living room and are looking for the highlight for your home. Then you are solid wood tables perfectly suited with a size of over 120 cm.

Form and Function

The shape of the coffee table is also important. Round tables fit well in smaller rooms as they have no corners to walk around. Rectangular or square tables are ideal for larger rooms and offer more surface area.

Three unique coffee tables made of solid wood

Small and round coffee table „Coin“

With the coffee table from the series „Coin“ we fulfill the common wish of our customers for a coffee table for the more compact living room. The tabletop was handcrafted from solid composite tree slices made of Teak wood . The use of wood from the area of Tree root creates a very interesting grain pattern, which has been finely sanded and sealed with a neutral furniture wax. The tabletop stands on three also handcrafted table legs made of black matte lacquered raw steel in industrial design. The combination of wood and steel harmonizes optimally in the model series.

Model example: Coffee table „Coin“ made of solid wood (13. ), table frame made of raw steel)
Dimensions: Diameter = approx. 80 cm, Height = 50 cm, Thickness of the tree slice approx. 10.5 cm
Materials: Tree slices teak from the area of the tree root, three V-shaped table legs made of black matte lacquered raw steel

Rectangular solid wood living room table „Wild Landscape“

The sustainable coffee table from the series „Wild Landscape“ is an interesting combination of recycled wood (from the islands Java and Bali) in conjunction with modern elements of noble or raw steel and glass. The solid wood of the Tabletop has a thickness of 6 to 8 cm and consists of individually glued solid wood beams. The surface of the tabletop features a river flow, reminiscent of a map, created by the use of two glass inlays. The mounted table skids are made of brushed Stainless steel or raw steel in industrial design. The coffee table „Wild Landscape“ is handcrafted in every single component. Upon request, the coffee table „Wild Landscape“ can also be made to measure according to your personal needs. Please visit the category „Coffee table made to measure“ for more information.

Model example: 6. approx. 120 × 80 cm, height approx. 40 cm (tabletop thickness 8 cm)„
9. 300 x 100 cm, height 78 cm (Other sizes available for immediate delivery) 7. Recycled
11. Recycled old wood ( Recycled teak wood 9. Smooth brushed surface on structure

Large solid wood table / coffee table „Expression“

This extraordinary coffee table „Expression“ is already very rare due to its natural shape. The tabletop was made from solid Tree slices sawn wood and glued, sanded, and waxed by hand. The table frame in industrial look was specially made for this Designcoffee table and consists of raw steel or stainless steel from the „Halfmoon“ series. Since the tree slices exhibited an internal Live edge, structure, as well as naturally occurring growths, the gap was elaborately decorated with a hand-cut glass plate. The use of tree slices from the area of the tree root additionally creates a very impressive appearance. The model is available in both a Suar woodvariant and a teak wood variant.

Model example: Coffee table „Expression Suar“, solid tree slices with glass insert
Dimensions: Length x Width x Height = approx. 160 x 63-98 x 44 cm, thickness of the tabletop approx. 11 cm
Materials: Tree slices made of Suar wood with integrated glass insert, table frame made of vintage raw steel in half-moon shape

Find your dream coffee table from „Der Tischonkel“

Ultimately, the choice of the perfect coffee table size is also a matter of personal taste. If you feel comfortable in your living room and the coffee table meets your needs, you have made the right choice.

In summary, the perfect coffee table size depends on various factors, including room size, the relationship to the sofa, the flow of people, and personal preferences. Use these factors as a guide to select the ideal coffee table for your home. A well-chosen coffee table will not only make your living spaces more functional but also enhance the overall aesthetic impression.

Are you interested in our extraordinary solid wood coffee tables, or perhaps in the model series shown here „Coin, Wild Landscape and Expression“? Then feel free to visit our online shop „Der Tischonkel“ past, or you visit us in our 6000 sqm furniture store in East Frisia (Detern).