1. Occasional tables are an easy way to bring balance to rooms that include a sofa or loveseat and coffee table.
2. Consider how you want to use your occasional tables. These pieces can be used for photos, sculptures, plants, cocktails, books, lamps, and more.
3. Most occasional tables measure 16-18 inches in height. The ideal cocktail table surface should stand 1-2 inches lower than the seat height of nearby furniture for maximum comfort.
4. Some occasional tables offer storage shelves and compartments. These can go a long way toward bringing order to your living space.
5. Any home with children may benefit from occasional tables with soft edges, such was woven or padded options.
6. Console tables can be used anywhere in the home from entryway, to hallway, to behind a sofa. These tables are often selected to stand out as individual accent pieces.
7. The perfect occasional table is one that suits your decor. Glass, acrylic, and metal tables tend to work well in contemporary settings, while wood and woven tables are at home in traditional environments.
