How to Choose the Right Coffee Table Dimensions
No matter how big your home.
A coffee table's size is just as important as the shape and style. It can completely change the feel and functionality of your living room. From height to width to placement, we cover different coffee table dimensions that you'll need to know while browsing for a new one. Read our guide to learn how to find the perfect coffee table size for your living room.
In this guide:
Coffee Table Size
Coffee Table Height
Coffee-Table-Length
Coffee Table Width & Placement
Coffee Table Size
Before you choose a new coffee table, we recommend measuring your existing living room furniture. These measurements will help you choose the coffee table length and width dimensions that will be perfect for your space. Follow the recommendations below to find the coffee table size that is perfect for your space.
Coffee Table Height
The standard coffee table height is between 16" and 18", however, we recommend choosing a coffee table height that pairs well with your sofa. Your coffee table height should be the same as your sofa cushions, or 1" – 2" lower than your sofa. This allows you to easily grab any drinks or food off the tabletop.
We carry three heights to make searching easier: low (under 14"), standard (14"– 22"), and tall (over 22"). However, we recommend using the the product page's "Weight & Dimensions" tab to get more specific measurements to ensure it fits your space.
The length of your coffee table is important. If it is too big it can overwhelm your space and impact how you move around the room. We recommend choosing a coffee table that is approximately two-thirds the length of your sofa. Coffee table length dimensions that are proportional to sofa length dimensions help make your living room look more balanced.
We carry three lengths: small (under 30"), standard (30"– 50"), and large (over 50"). However, we recommend using the the product page's "Weight & Dimensions" tab to get more specific measurements to ensure it fits your space.
To determine the width of the perfect coffee table for your living space, you must first decide where to place it. To allow for easy maneuvering around your coffee table, we recommend leaving between 12"– 18" of space between the coffee table and the sofa. To ensure comfortable foot traffic around the rest of your living room, we also recommend leaving 30" of space between the coffee table and other pieces of furniture, like a TV stand or entertainment center. To calculate the width of the perfect coffee table for your space, measure from your sofa to your TV stand or other big piece of furniture, then subtract 48" (30" + 18"). This is your living room's ideal coffee table width.
We carry three widths: narrow (under 16"), standard (16"– 40"), and wide (over 40"). However, we recommend using the the product page's "Weight & Dimensions" tab to get more specific measurements to ensure it fits your space.
Tip!
Consider shape when choosing a new coffee table. Instead of defaulting to a classic rectangular coffee table, think about how a square coffee table, round coffee table, or oblong coffee table might better complement your space. To learn more, read our Types of Coffee Tables guide. To learn more about coffee table styles and materials including modern coffee tables and glass coffee tables, check out our Coffee Table Styles and Materials guide.
