1. Sofa shape and the matching coffee table shape
1.1. Corner sofas (L-shape)
- Recommended coffee table shape: rectangular or square
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Recommended dimensions for the coffee table:
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Length: About 2/3 of the sofa's long side
- Example: If the sofa is 250 cm long, the table should be at least 160-170 cm long .
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Width: The width of the table should be chosen so that there is a distance of 40-50 cm between the sofa and the table.
- Example: For a sofa with a long side of 250 cm and a distance of 40-50 cm from the table, the table width is about 80-100 cm .
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Length: About 2/3 of the sofa's long side
1.2. U-shaped sofas
- Recommended coffee table shape: rectangular or oblong
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Recommended dimensions for the coffee table:
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Length: The length of the table should be at least 2/3 of the sofa's long side .
- Example: If the sofa is 350 cm long, the table should be at least 230 cm long .
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Width: The width of the table should be chosen so that there is a distance of 40-50 cm between the sofa and the table.
- Example: For a U-shaped sofa with a total width of 350 cm and a distance of 40-50 cm, the table can have a width of 80-100 cm .
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Length: The length of the table should be at least 2/3 of the sofa's long side .
1.3. Sofa beds or sofas with armrests
- Recommended coffee table shape: round or oval
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Recommended dimensions for the coffee table:
- Diameter (for round table): 80-100 cm
- Length (for oval table): 120 cm
- Width (for oval table): 70 cm
1.4. Combination sofas (multiple modules)
- Recommended coffee table shape: rectangular or oblong
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Recommended dimensions for the coffee table:
- Length: 100-150 cm (depending on the number of sofa modules and the overall dimensions of the sofa)
- Width: The width of the table should be 40-50 cm from the sofa, allowing a width of 70-90 cm .
1.5. Two-seater sofas
- Recommended coffee table shape: square or small rectangle
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Recommended dimensions for the coffee table:
- Length: 100-120 cm
- Width: 60-80 cm
2. Sofa material and the ideal type of wood for the coffee table
2.1. Leather sofas
- Recommended wood types for the coffee table: teak, suar, acacia
- Recommended table height: 40-45 cm (corresponding to the seat height of a leather sofa, which is usually between 40-45 cm)
2.2. Fabric sofas
- Recommended wood types for the coffee table: Teak, Suar, Acacia (light woods for colorful fabrics, dark woods for neutral or muted colors)
- Recommended table height: 40-45 cm
3. Seat height of the sofa and the ideal coffee table height
3.1. The correct coffee table height compared to the seat height of the sofa
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Important note: The height of the coffee table should always be 5 cm higher than the seat height of the sofa to ensure comfortable use.
- Example: If the sofa has a seat height of 45 cm, the coffee table should be about 50 cm high .
4. Recommended dimensions and distances for a perfect coffee table
**4.1. Table height and sofa seat height
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Recommended table height:
The table should be 5 cm higher than the seat height of the sofa to ensure comfortable use.- Example: If the sofa has a seat height of 45 cm, the coffee table should be about 50 cm high.
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Table height for different seat heights:
- Seat height 40-45 cm → Table height: 45-50 cm
- Seat height 45-50 cm → Table height: 50-55 cm
- Seat height 50-55 cm → Table height: 55-60 cm
**4.2. Distance between sofa and table
- Recommended distance: 40-50 cm
5. Summary of recommended dimensions for different sofas
| Sofa type | Coffee table shape | Recommended dimensions (length x width x height) |
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| Corner sofa (L-shape) | Rectangular / Square | Length: at least 2/3 of the sofa's long side (e.g. 160-170 cm) x 80-100 cm x 45-50 cm |
| U-shaped sofa | Rectangular / Oblong | Length: at least 2/3 of the sofa's long side (e.g. 230 cm) x 80-100 cm x 45-50 cm |
| Sofa bed / sofa with armrests | Round / Oval | Round: 80-100 cm (diameter), Oval: 120 cm x 70 cm x 45-50 cm |
| Combination sofa (multiple modules) | Rectangular / Square | 100-150cm x 70-90cm x 45-50cm |
| Two-seater sofa | Square / Small Rectangle | 100-120cm x 60-80cm x 45-50cm |
6. Conclusion
By considering these recommended dimensions and combinations of sofa shape and wood type, you can choose a harmonious and practical coffee table for your living room. It's especially important to consider the distance between the sofa and the table (40-50 cm) and set the table length to at least two-thirds of the sofa's length . This will ensure that your coffee table fits perfectly into the room, both functionally and aesthetically. Furthermore, the table height should always be 5 cm higher than the sofa's seat height to ensure maximum comfort.