Shop Coffee and End Tables at Dufresne
Your coffee table takes more hits than anything else in your living room. Morning coffee, evening snacks, the remote that never makes it back to the cabinet, and yes, the occasional foot. Your end tables are no different. They hold your lamp, your drink, your book, and your phone charger all at the same time, every single day. At Dufresne, our coffee tables and end tables are for every lifestyle.
Coffee Tables, End Tables, and Everything In Between
The product types on this page cover a range of shapes and functions, so it helps to know what you are shopping for before you start.
Coffee tables are the centrepiece of your living room seating area. Rectangular options are the most popular and pair well with standard sofas and sectionals. Round and oval tables are a smarter pick for tighter spaces or households with young kids since there are no sharp corners to worry about. If storage is a priority, consider lift-top coffee tables. They raise to a comfortable working height and usually include hidden compartments underneath, so blankets, board games, and everyday clutter finally have somewhere to go.
End tables and side tables sit beside your sofa or accent chair and handle the small essentials: your lamp, your drink, your charger. Console tables work well behind a sofa or along an entryway wall, giving you surface space without eating up floor space. Accent tables and nesting tables round out the category. Nesting tables are a practical choice for Canadian homes where space shifts between everyday use and hosting a crowd.
Buying Guide: Getting the Fit Right
Height is the first thing to sort out. A coffee table should sit at roughly the same height as your sofa cushions, or up to two inches lower. For end tables, aim for a height within two inches of your sofa arm. Both rules come down to easy reach with no awkward leaning.
For sizing, a coffee table should be about two-thirds the length of your sofa and sit 14 to 18 inches from the seat edge. If you are shopping for a sectional, go bigger. A table at least 48 inches long works well, or try an oversized round or square option that is reachable from every seat. Mixing materials like wood and metal is completely valid as long as one element stays consistent, whether that is finish, colour, or shape.
For families, rounded edges and durable surfaces matter. Storage ottomans that double as coffee tables are worth considering if you need somewhere for toys and remotes to disappear at the end of the day.
Frequently Asked Coffee and End Table Questions
What is an accent table? An accent table is a smaller occasional table used to add a surface and a touch of style to a specific spot. They suit spaces beside chairs, in entryways, or corners where a full end table would feel too heavy.
How tall should a coffee table be? A coffee table should be close to the height of your sofa cushions, typically 16 to 18 inches. The goal is a surface you can reach without leaning forward.
How tall should end tables be next to a sofa? End tables work best within two inches of your sofa arm height. This makes it easy to set down a drink or grab your phone without thinking about it.
Where can I buy lift-top coffee tables with storage? Dufresne carries lift-top coffee tables with built-in storage across locations in Manitoba, Ontario, and Saskatchewan. Browse the full selection online or visit a store to see them in person.
How do I choose end tables? Start with height relative to your sofa arm, then think about surface size and whether you need storage. Matching pairs on both sides of a sofa give a clean, finished look. A single well-chosen side table works just as well beside an accent chair.
Shop for the right coffee table or end table at Dufresne online, or visit your nearest Dufresne location in Manitoba, Ontario, or Saskatchewan.