Everything You Need to Know About Home Accent Tables

Home accent tables can be both functional and decorative. They can come as singular pieces, a matched set or nesting tables, having the ability of being handy while being a stunning visual statement. Below are a few tips and thoughts about accent tables.

Where do they go?

These tables are usually placed at the ends of beds or sofas or between two chairs. Never be confined to this as they can also work in the entranceway, a stairway landing, against an empty wall or tucked into a corner. You just have to make sure that they have the right scale and size for the space.

How are they used?

As what we have said, an accent table can be very useful. You can use it as a hall table to keep your things within your reach or a table where you keep your phone and alarm clock. But an accent table can be so much more. You can use it to showcase a beautiful lamp or display a collection. Just remember to keep it simple as a small table like the Montreal Elegant Styling Wooden Small Table by Adesso can quickly become cluttered.

How big or small should it be?

An accent table should never be taller than the arms on sofas and chairs. In fact, it should be a little shorter to add visual interest to the room and break up the lines from one piece of furniture to another. Keep the proportions of space in mind when buying a table. It should not look too small; it should also not overpower the room.

What will work best in your home?

Accent tables are usually made of wood. Some come with beautiful inlays, some are painted and some are distressed. They also come in various themes, from rustic like the Narrative Side Table by Context Furniture to modern to art deco. Generally, they should imitate the décor style of your home, like adding a slight twist to make it stand out. On the other hand, you can also use it as a focal point or as juxtaposition against the rest of your furniture.

Does an accent table have to be a table?

An accent table does not have to be a basic circle, rectangle or square. They can also come with cupboards and drawers and have some bulk in them. Known as a chest, they serve the same purpose as an accent table. In fact, chests just might be more practical. Their bigger storage space, like the ones in the Mixed Taupe Reclaimed Solid Wood 1 Drawer Accent Table by Monarch Specialties gives you should come in handier and more practical than the conventional accent tables.

What goes over an accent table?

A gorgeous mirror can look stunning. Ensure that the table is wider than the mirror as you would not want the mirror sticking out past the edge of the table. The mirror should also be shorter than the table to keep the balance. Artwork placed over the table would also be a great choice, but you need to be careful that it does compete with the display on your table. Keep it simple.