How to choose the right coffee table

We've got the lowdown on all you need to know before buying a coffee table

What coffee table design to choose?

* Pick a coffee table design that works with the rest of scheme. For example, if you have pieces of wooden furniture around the room, choose a coffee table to match or opt for a table that's neutral, such as white or glass, so it will blend in.

* Traditional living rooms would benefit from a formal coffee table, with decorative touches such as a glass top.

* In modern living rooms, a sleek coffee table with simple styling will work well.

* Glass or perspex coffee tables add a minimal feel and are a great solution in smaller rooms as they allow the floor space to been seen all the way around.

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