| The best argument for a round coffee table is that | | | | purchase will require more thought. |
| small children will not run the risk of injury, which may | | | | Similarly an ultra-modern chrome and glass coffee |
| occur on encountering the sharp edges of a | | | | table will look out of place in a cozy atmosphere and |
| rectangular or square table. However, a round coffee | | | | you should choose a wooden table in a style which |
| table is probably best placed in a corner where it will | | | | complements your existing furniture. Very few talented |
| comfortably hold a table lamp, your coffee cup and an | | | | people can get away with eclectic mixing and |
| ornament or two, making maximum use of available | | | | matching of styles and if you are not sure you can pull |
| space. A good choice for a round coffee table is one | | | | this off then choose a more cautious route. |
| which has two levels, doubling the capacity. Two round | | | | A large coffee table can be used as an extra table |
| tables may be placed at either end of the sofa making | | | | for the little ones when entertaining, freeing space and |
| attractive and efficient use of space. | | | | making for a more elegant occasion. Few toddlers |
| Most of us look for a more traditional rectangular or | | | | have charming table manners. A large table is just the |
| square table which can be placed before the sofa | | | | right size for smaller children to practice their artistic |
| within easy reach. Again, if space is a consideration, | | | | talents and a few sheets of newspaper placed on the |
| consider a table with more than one level so that | | | | floor will protect it from spills. |
| magazines, et cetera, may be placed on the lower | | | | A large coffee table lends itself to board games and |
| shelf while leaving plenty of space on top for cups, | | | | puzzles. A fireside, intimate dinner can be enjoyed with |
| plates and snacks. | | | | ease if the table is large enough to hold the necessities |
| Budget and space will be your prime considerations | | | | as will an informal morning tea. |
| when considering your purchase. A large table will | | | | Available in every conceivable material, color and |
| dwarf a small space. If space is no object, then by all | | | | design a coffee table is an important investment so |
| means buy the largest coffee table on the market but | | | | care should be taken when choosing the right table for |
| should you have only limited space available then your | | | | your family and style. |