{"id":2036,"date":"2022-10-27T04:12:53","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T09:12:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/?p=2036"},"modified":"2022-11-16T02:00:15","modified_gmt":"2022-11-16T07:00:15","slug":"coffee-table-vs-tea-table-which-one-will-you-pick-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/buying-guide\/coffee-table-vs-tea-table-which-one-will-you-pick-up.html","title":{"rendered":"Coffee Table VS Tea Table, Which One Will You Pick Up?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>You might know the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/buying-guide\/what-difference-between-cocktail-table-and-coffee-table.html\">difference between coffee table and cocktail table<\/a>, but how about tea table? They seem similar to each other. <!--more-->In fact, they work remarkably in different situations. Let\u2019s figure out the differences of them and pick up the right one for your home.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/furniture\/living-room-furniture\/coffee-tables.html\">Coffee table<\/a> is evolved from the tea table and tends to be rectangular shape (when comparing with cocktail table, it is considered as generally round, so the shape is uncertain). <strong>It stands in front of the sofa<\/strong>. It <strong>originally serves for holding the coffee table books<\/strong> and people tend to bring them on the coffee table even though do not really read it.<\/li>\n<li>A tea table tends to be round and high, and <strong>placed on the side of sofa to serve the guests<\/strong>. Some tea table sets come with chairs, which would stand inside or outdoor as chatting table sets. Browse the following chart to spot the comparison of these tables.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong><b>Comparison Between Coffee Table and Tea Table<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"128\"><\/td>\n<td width=\"290\"><strong>Coffee Table<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"291\"><strong>Tea Table<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"128\">Shape<\/td>\n<td width=\"290\">mostly rectangular, square; some are oval<\/td>\n<td width=\"291\">mostly circular<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"128\">Dimension<\/td>\n<td width=\"290\">generally 12 to 24 inches tall<\/td>\n<td width=\"291\">25 to 26 inches tall<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"128\">Placement<\/td>\n<td width=\"290\">in front of sofa, between sofa and TV stand<\/td>\n<td width=\"291\">beside the sofa\u2019s arm, or anywhere if coming with its own chairs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"128\">Function<\/td>\n<td width=\"290\">Put coffee or other drinks<\/td>\n<td width=\"291\">Hold tea sets, snacks or more<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"128\">History<\/td>\n<td width=\"290\">More modernized; started from 18th \u00a0century.<\/td>\n<td width=\"291\">Originated from 16<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0and 17<sup>th<\/sup>\u00a0century<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"128\">Price<\/td>\n<td width=\"290\">Often more expensive than tea table<\/td>\n<td width=\"291\">rather cheaper<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong><b>Why do you need a coffee table?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You may need a coffee table when:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The space is narrow so a relatively space-saving table for standard table is appropriate.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019d like a fashionable piece for the modern interior area.<\/li>\n<li>Your family members prefer a rectangular or square shaped table.<\/li>\n<li>The empty space between sofa and TV stand needs a aesthetic piece to fulfill and add your personality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong><b>Why do you need a tea table?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In most cases, the tea table can substitute for the coffee table but you can pick up a tea table as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Finding an versatile alternative to dining table to serve beverages.<\/li>\n<li>Looking for a tall table for enjoying tea time with friends.<\/li>\n<li>Fitting for your classic and vintage home style, or old-school lifestyle.<\/li>\n<li>Preferring a round tea table for your living room.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong><b>\u00a0<\/b><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"font-size: 28px;\"><strong><b>Which Table Should I Choose?<\/b><\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Nowadays, when you search coffee table or tea table, the search results will show you the similar results. Thus sometimes, you just pick up the right table based on your needs and preferences.<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"><strong><b>Pick with the Shapes of Coffee Tables\/Tea Tables<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/modern-drum-coffee-table-with-storage-sintered-stone-top-2-solid-wood-drawers-soft-close-drawers-oak-veneer-fully-assembled.html\"><u>Round Pedestal Table with Storage<\/u><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u3010Durable\u3011Sintered stone tabletop, wood veneer MDF body, and gold-plated stainless steel base provide stable construction and ensure durability.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Spacious Storage\u30112 solid wood drawers provide large storage capacity.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Modern\u3011The stone patterns and golden pedestal add modernity to the indoors.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2039\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2039\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2039\" src=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/round-pedestal-coffee-table.jpg\" alt=\"Round Table with Golden Pedestal\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/round-pedestal-coffee-table.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/round-pedestal-coffee-table-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/round-pedestal-coffee-table-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/round-pedestal-coffee-table-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2039\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Round Table with Golden Pedestal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Explore the new coffee table designed by Italian Designers on Povison:<\/p>\n<div id=\"Shop-it-Now\" class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-25 is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background\" style=\"border: none; border-radius: 30px; background: linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(6,147,227,1) 0%,#9b51e0 100%);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/modern-round-coffee-table-with-storage-swivel-top-ash-wood-veneer-metal-base-italian-designer-collection.html\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shop it Now<\/a><\/div>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2087\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2087\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2087\" src=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/round-coffee-table-designer.jpg\" alt=\"Donicy Modern Coffee Table with Storage\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/round-coffee-table-designer.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/round-coffee-table-designer-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/round-coffee-table-designer-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/round-coffee-table-designer-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2087\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Donicy Modern Coffee Table with Storage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/modern-rectangular-wooden-lowline-coffee-table-4-drawers-solid-pinewood-walnut-stain-and-black.html\"><u>Rectangular Table with Drawers and Open Storage<\/u><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u3010Safe corners\u3011The rectangular table striking a smooth and round silhouette protects against any bumps and injuries.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Plenty of storage space\u3011Four drawers and two open compartments.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Easy to match\u3011The wood and white color combination fits well for modern, MCM, new Chinese or Japanese style.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2024\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2024\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/wooden-coffee-table-4-drawers.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee Table with Open Storage\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/wooden-coffee-table-4-drawers.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/wooden-coffee-table-4-drawers-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/wooden-coffee-table-4-drawers-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/wooden-coffee-table-4-drawers-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2024\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Coffee Table with Open Storage<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/modern-and-luxury-rectangular-coffee-table-stone-top-metal-base-white.html\"><u>Square Living Room Table<\/u><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u3010Elegant Design\u3011Featured with trapezoid\u00a0design, or called drum shaped table, anyway, it is full of modernity\u00a0and elegance.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Pair to most colors\u3011The white color with marble patterns can pair with any style of vase, decorative items, dinnerware and more.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Stable\u3011The integrated design and marble material ensure stability and provide 280 lbs weight capacity.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Easy to clean\u3011Wipe the stains up with wet soft cloth as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_836\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-836\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-836\" src=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coffee-cocktail-table-square-white-trapezoid.webp\" alt=\"White Square Cocktail Table\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coffee-cocktail-table-square-white-trapezoid.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coffee-cocktail-table-square-white-trapezoid-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coffee-cocktail-table-square-white-trapezoid-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/coffee-cocktail-table-square-white-trapezoid-768x768.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-836\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">White Square Cocktail Table<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 24px;\"><strong><b>Pick with the Materials of Coffee Tables\/Tea Tables<\/b><\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/modern-and-minimalist-brown-wooden-square-coffee-table-with-storage-2-drawers-fully-assembled.html\"><u>Wooden Coffee Table with Drawers<\/u><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u3010Long Lifespan\u3011The premium wood veneer, solid wood drawers and MDF body is eco-friendly and durable.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Minimalist Style\u3011Without special shape and decorative pattern, the wood patterns bring outdoors inside to get close to the nature.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Easy to Clean\u3011Also easily clean as the stone table. Wipe with a damp cloth.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1476\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1476\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-1476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/condo-greenery-living-room.jpg\" alt=\"Greenery in Condo Living Room\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/condo-greenery-living-room.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/condo-greenery-living-room-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/condo-greenery-living-room-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/condo-greenery-living-room-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/condo-greenery-living-room-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1476\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Greenery in Condo Living Room<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/modern-rectangle-coffee-table-tempered-glass-tabletop-2-solid-wood-drawers-mdf.html\"><u>Glass Living Room Table with Tapered Legs<\/u><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u3010Live with Simplicity\u3011No other complicated design and color combo of the glass top, it can suite for your &#8220;back to basic&#8221; lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Convenient to clean\u3011The smooth glass tabletop can be cleaned up with ease and tapered legs leave space for dust absorption by the cleaning robot.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Modern &amp; MCM Choice\u3011The glass tabletop with wooden drawers makes can make it perfect for mid century, contemporary and even futuristic style.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2037\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2037\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2037\" src=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/black-tempered-glass-table.jpg\" alt=\"Glass Tea Table with Tapered Legs\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/black-tempered-glass-table.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/black-tempered-glass-table-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/black-tempered-glass-table-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/black-tempered-glass-table-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2037\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Glass Tea Table with Tapered Legs<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/minimalist-marble-coffee-table-modern-diamond-shape.html\"><u>Marble Table with Diamond Shape<\/u><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u3010Unique Design\u3011The diamond-shaped table with marble patterns on the surface creates chic artistic sense to spaces.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Timeless\u3011Irregular shape of the table can range from vintage to modern and even futuristic home style.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Large Weight Capacity\u3011The faux marble material ensures 800 lbs weight bearing.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_2038\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-2038\" style=\"width: 699px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2038\" src=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/marble-table-diamond.jpg\" alt=\"Marble Living Room Table\" width=\"699\" height=\"699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/marble-table-diamond.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/marble-table-diamond-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/marble-table-diamond-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/marble-table-diamond-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 699px) 100vw, 699px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-2038\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Marble Living Room Table<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/alva-nesting-coffee-table-set.html\"><u>Sintered Stone Coffee\/ Tea Table Set<\/u><\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u3010Lifting Top Design\u3011Here comes a versatile piece due to the lifting mechanism. The lift-top table is great for reading and writing or to provide extra space for holding items.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Hidden Storage Space\u3011The drawer and hidden compartment under the lifting top can keep your books, media gadgets organized.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Space-Saving\u3011The lower table can be nested under the higher table to save space in the small living room.<\/p>\n<p>\u3010Easy to Maintain\u3011Sintered stone tabletop is resistant to heat, stain, and scratch. Thus it is perfect for placing hot tea or coffee.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1951\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1951\" style=\"width: 700px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-1951\" src=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/lift-top-tables-set.jpg\" alt=\"Lifting Coffee Table Set\" width=\"700\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/lift-top-tables-set.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/lift-top-tables-set-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/lift-top-tables-set-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/lift-top-tables-set-768x768.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1951\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lifting Tea Table Set<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Whether you opt for a coffee table or tea table, consider your space and home style before purchasing. Check how to pick up a living room table now.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You might know the difference between coffee table and cocktail table, but how about tea&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":1805,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"image","meta":{"_mi_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[10,8],"class_list":["post-2036","post","type-post","status-publish","format-image","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-buying-guide","tag-coffee-table","tag-living-room","post_format-post-format-image"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2036","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2036"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2036\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2043,"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2036\/revisions\/2043"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1805"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2036"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2036"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.povison.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2036"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}