Collection: Coffee Table

History of Coffee Table

The coffee table, as we know it today, originated in the Victorian era during the late 19th century. However, its precursor can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as the Egyptians and the Greeks, where low tables were used for various purposes, including serving food and beverages. In the Victorian era, tea became a popular social drink, and tea tables were commonly used for serving tea and snacks in the sitting room.

 The term "coffee table" didn't gain widespread usage until the 20th century when coffee became ubiquitous in Western culture. As coffee drinking gained popularity, especially in the United States during the mid-20th century, the need for a low, convenient table to place coffee cups, books, and magazines nearby grew. This transformation was largely influenced by visionary designers like Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, who began experimenting with functional furniture, including the coffee table.

Throughout the 20th century, coffee or Tea tables became integral to interior design, evolving in style and materials to reflect changing tastes and trends from the mid-century modern era's sleek glass and chrome designs, which mirrored the era's fascination with technology and futurism, to rustic wooden tables popular in the 1970s, which reflected a growing interest in natural materials. At present, coffee tables/tea tables are a must-have piece of furniture in every home.

How many Types of Coffee Table

Coffee tables come in various types, styles, and materials, each offering unique characteristics and functionality to suit different preferences and needs. Here are some common types of coffee tables, along with a section on the history and cultural significance of coffee tables:

  1. Rectangular Coffee Tables: Rectangular coffee tables are the most traditional and common type. They typically offer a generous surface area, making them suitable for more extensive seating arrangements or rooms. For Example Laatto Coffee Table
  2. Square Coffee Tables: Square coffee tables are a versatile choice, particularly in smaller spaces or as part of a sectional seating arrangement. They offer a balanced look and can provide ample surface area for serving or displaying items, making them a practical and adaptable option.
  3. Round Coffee Tables: Round coffee tables soften the lines in a room and can be an excellent choice for smaller spaces or seating areas with circular arrangements. They also promote easy traffic flow around the table. For example, Alanis Coffee Table.
  4. Oval Coffee Tables: Oval coffee tables, with their unique shape, blend rectangular and round tables. This distinctive shape can complement various seating arrangements while adding an organic feel to your space. For example, Eliptika coffee table.
  5. Nested Coffee Tables: Nested coffee tables consist of two or more tables of different sizes that can be stacked together or used separately. This type of coffee table offers flexibility regarding surface area and can be easily rearranged to accommodate distinct needs. It is currently a best-seller, for example, our ALAN COFFEE TABLE.
  6. Storage Coffee Tables: Storage coffee tables feature built-in storage compartments such as drawers, shelves, or lift-up tops. They are ideal for keeping living room essentials like remote controls, magazines, or board games neatly organized and out of sight. For Example, Barrel Coffee table walnut
  7. Convertible Coffee Tables: Convertible coffee tables can be transformed or expanded for different purposes. Some models can extend to become a larger dining table, while others feature lift-up tops that provide a comfortable surface for working or dining. They are best for small spaces. 
  8. Trunk Coffee Tables: Trunk coffee tables add a touch of vintage charm and offer extra storage space. They often feature a hinged or removable top, allowing you to store blankets, pillows, or other items inside. For example, Carob Trunk mango

These are just a few examples of the types of coffee tables available, and there are many more variations and styles to explore based on personal preferences and the desired aesthetic for your living space.

Buying a coffee table online

Online buying of coffee tables and tea tables or center tables is the best option; one gets more options, easy access, price comparison, convenience of time, and free home delivery are the advantages of buying online with The Home Dekor.

 

Types of Coffee Table Material

  1. Wooden Coffee Tables: Wooden coffee tables are classic and versatile, complementing various interior styles. They are available in different wood types such as Sheesham wood, mango wood, acacia wood, etc., finishes, and designs, from rustic farmhouses to sleek modern styles.
  2. Glass Coffee Tables: Glass coffee tables create a light and airy feel in a room while allowing you to showcase rugs or flooring underneath. They come in various shapes and designs, including clear, frosted, or colored glass.
  3. Metal Coffee Table: Industrial design tea tables are made in metal and wood, these are strong, long-lasting. Various colours are possible in metal i.e. black, white, yellow, etc.

    FAQ

    Q) What factors should you consider when choosing a center table for your living room? 

    A) Size, Theme, color and budget are the main factors

    Q) How creatively can a coffee table be used as a center table with a sofa?

     

    A) Both are the same, no difference.

    Q) What are some of the best marble coffee table ideas?

     

    A) Wooden base with marble or metal base with marble are the best options, for example:- marbi coffee table

    Q) Where can I get a good center table (teapoy) in Chennai?

     

    A) In the present table, it's recommended to buy a center table online for a better size, more options to choose from, the latest design, etc.

    Q) What color is a coffee table with a dark grey couch?

     

    A) Sheesham wood natural finish best suits the gray color fabric.

    Q) Shouldn't a coffee table be called a "coffee cup table"?

     

    A) Yes we can call it

    Q) What is the best furniture for the living room?

     

    A) Sofa set and center table are must to have furniture in living room.

    Q) Where do you put a sofa table?

    A) Against the sofa set. to put tea, coffee, snacks, etc.

    Q) Where can I buy a low table?

     

    A) On our website one can buy a low table at the best price and quality, because we are a manufacturer.

    Q) Why is the height of coffee tables set low nowadays?

     

    A) Stand height of the coffee table is 45 cm, if we go lower side, then 12 to 15 inches

    Q) What is a complimentary coffee table?

     

    A) A coffee table with shelving and drawer for storage is the best complimentary table

    Q) How to fit a big coffee table in a small living room?

    A) Buying a big coffee table for a small living room is not recommended.

    Q) Why are coffee tables so short?

    A) A coffee table is smaller because it is used to serve tea, coffee, or snacks.

    Q) Why would anyone buy a glass table?

    A) Glass tables are suitable for Small room sizes.

    Q) Can a coffee table be higher than the couch?

    A) Not recommended to buy a table higher than a couch.

    Q) How does the right furniture contribute to the comfort and homeliness of a house?

    A) Right furniture helps you organize things and make life easy and clean.

    Q) Could you share some beautiful coffee tables?

     

    A) Yes, we have a lot of beautiful coffee tables. Check all the coffee table pages on our website. If you still don't like, then we do custom orders as per size, design, and finish,

    Q) What color of the coffee table goes best with a citrus color sofa?

    A) A walnut color coffee table is best suited.

    Q) Should you put a rug under a coffee table?

    A) It's recommended to put a rug; it will not allow the table to move, it absorbs the liquid spilled from the table, and a rug can easily be cleaned or dried compared to floor cleaning.

    Q) Where can I buy a tea table online?

    A) The Home Dekor is the best website to buy coffee tables online.

    Q) Can you recommend a multi-functional coffee table to me?

    A) Yes, it's highly recommended because space is decreasing.

    Q) What's the strongest wood for a table?

    A) Sheesham wood is the strongest, followed by Acacia and Mango wood.

    Q) How does a live edge wood table differ from a traditional table?

    A) A live-edge table has a natural edge for the top, whereas a traditional tea table has turned legs, hand carving, etc.

    Q) What kind of furniture do you have in your living room?

    A) Common living room furniture items include a sofa set, coffee table, side table, wing chair, couch, loungers, pouf, accent chairs, etc.

    Q) What makes a table a coffee table?

    A) A table with height of 15 to 18 inches, length less then sofa, with top make it a center table.