Have you noticed that when you look for furniture pieces, it is in relation to a children’s storybook of looking for a piece not too big or too small, but just the right one for you? Well, that may be your case specifically when looking for a coffee side table. Coffee side tables, although smaller in size and height than regular tables, are enough to hold things essential to your personal time, like a cup of coffee or maybe the book you’ve meant to finish in one sitting.
With so many types, sizes, and designs of coffee side tables, picking the best one for you is not as easy as purchasing the first table you see at the furniture store, so let’s figure out together how to choose the perfect one for you and your space.
Why Do You Need a Coffee Side Table?
We hear you when you thought to yourself, “Do I really need a coffee side table in my living space?” Well, the answer is yes, and here’s why:
- It gives you an arm’s reach of the things you want to be conveniently near you, like your mobile phone.
- It frees your sofa and couch from any clutter because of the extra drawer and surface it has.
- You can easily see the things you need to grab when you need to be out of your living room and into another space in your house.
- It makes your living room homier with the things you can put on to personalise your space, like photos of your loved ones.
Now that we have got you a little bit interested in having a coffee side table, let’s dive into things you need to consider so that the coffee table you will choose is the best one for your home.
Think about the size of your living room. Although this is usually the first step of knowing the perfect coffee side table, you might also need to consider how you work around with the space in your household. And by this, we mean assessing if you want a lot of space to move around an area or compact and mindful of every little space. Depending on how you move about will also determine what side table will best fit your functional self.
Measure the space and bring a tape measure when buying. Use your sofa or your chair as a basis to measure the size you need for a coffee side table, and then with your tape measure, start measuring from there. Keep in mind the height and the width of the coffee side table you need, like sitting on your sofa, and measure the reach you want, as well as the circulation space you want to retain.
Consider the function of your coffee side table. Another question you need to ask yourself is, “What will I use this table for?” And this is super important because your table could be your best furniture purchase, especially if it comes with drawers and shelves for all the stuff you want close by but without the clutter. Whether you want to save space or just want to flaunt a sculptural piece, your coffee side table is your sidekick.
Pick a shape and material to align with the style of your living room. Believe it or not, the shape of your coffee table matters, especially if you are the type of person who always bumps into a furniture piece. Along with that thought, you also need to pick the look of your coffee side table to match the style of your room. Whichever style you go for, just remember to always go with what mood you want to achieve.
Stick to your budget. Sometimes, it’s not about purchasing immediately, but having everything you want on that coffee side table without breaking the bank. Remember that a worthwhile purchase means that you’ve got everything you need in a furniture piece plus keeping your peace of mind.
A coffee side table is one of those furniture pieces that makes you wonder why you haven’t bought it before when you needed it all along. It’s true that comfortability costs you money, but soon enough you’ll be thanking yourself for being mindful and considerate whenever you need a full day of rest and relaxation after a long week of stress and hard work. Happy shopping, and we can’t wait for you to enjoy the relaxation right in your living room.
