End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.

How high are end tables?

How high end tables are varies. Most pieces are 18 to 24 inches tall. To ensure easy access to the tabletop from a sofa or chair, choose a table that is within 2 inches of the height of its arm. For example, if your sofa's arm is 20 inches tall, you could choose a table between 18 and 22 inches in height. Shop a wide range of end tables on 1stDibs.

What are end tables used for?

End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?

The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

What is the average size of an end table?

An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.

What are bedroom end tables called?

Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for an end table?

The best height for an end table depends on the sofa or chair beside it. Generally, an end table should be around 3 inches shorter than the arm. A table that is the same height as the arm may also work, but avoid buying tables that are higher than the arm because taller pieces could make it hard to reach objects stored on the tabletops. On 1stDibs, shop a range of end tables.

What can I use instead of an end table?

You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.

What are the tables at the end of couches called?

What the tables at the end of couches are called can vary. However, the most common name for tables in this position is end table. You may also see them referred to as side tables, accent tables or occasional tables. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of end tables.

Do end tables need to match coffee table?

End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.

What is the end chair called for a dining table?

The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Should end tables be higher or lower than a couch?

Generally, end tables should be about the same height as the arm of your couch. When the tables aren't significantly taller or shorter, you can reach the tabletop to access items or switch on a lamp with greater ease. Shop a range of end tables on 1stDibs.

What’s the difference between a nightstand and an end table?

The difference between a nightstand and an end table is their location: A nightstand is in a bedroom, while an end table is in a living area.Find end tables on 1stDibs.

End Table Bookshelf

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Obsidian Mirror – Reflective Black Glass Geometric Table Mirror

$295 / item

H 6 in W 6 in D 4 in

Obsidian Mirror – Reflective Black Glass Geometric Table Mirror

By Mike Newins

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Deeply beautiful and powerful. Perfect for a hall table, the end of a bookshelf or a ritual altar.

Category

2010s American Modern Table Mirrors

Materials

Glass

Pair of Antique Spheres on Iron Bases, Stone and Cement, Italy

$450 / set

H 14 in Dm 6 in

Pair of Antique Spheres on Iron Bases, Stone and Cement, Italy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

They are great accent pieces for a bookshelf or end table.

Category

20th Century Italian Other Paperweights

Materials

Stone, Cement, Iron

Antique Indian Teak wood Large Container with Rustic Carving and Spoon

$495

H 3.5 in W 11.75 in D 10 in

Antique Indian Teak wood Large Container with Rustic Carving and Spoon

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Beautifully aged it will look wonderful on a bookshelf, end table or as your rustic tabletop decor, to use as a nuts bowl, catchall, table decoration, farmhouse, Country style, Wabi ...

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Early 20th Century Indian Rustic Decorative Bowls

Materials

Wood

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

$2,850

H 23 in W 32 in D 32 in

1940s Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Mahogany Bookshelf End Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

From the 1940s Dunbar Enduring Modern catalog is model # 2193, a single large end table with lower tier bookshelf by Edward J.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany

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Art Deco Wicker Table

Unavailable

H 25 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in

Art Deco Wicker Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

Wicker bookshelf/end table in original dark stained finish.

Category

Early 20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Reed, Wood

Sectional Round Bookshelf

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H 22.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in

Sectional Round Bookshelf

Located in Chicago, IL

Please contact dealer for full product description. Price displayed is for each item.

Category

Vintage 1940s Hungarian End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare End Table by Allan Gould

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H 18 in W 17 in D 32.5 in

Rare End Table by Allan Gould

By Allan Gould

Located in Denton, TX

Leather and iron end table by Allan Gould with bookshelf.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Iron

Milo Baughman for Glenn of California Black Lacquered Side Table with Bookshelf

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H 21.5 in W 23.25 in D 32 in

Milo Baughman for Glenn of California Black Lacquered Side Table with Bookshelf

By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern black lacquered walnut occasional side table with magazine shelf and bookshelf cubby By Milo Baughman for Glenn of California, USA, 1960s...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Pair of French Painted Corbels, circa 1940s

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H 10 in W 9 in L 10 in

Pair of French Painted Corbels, circa 1940s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great wall accent or bookshelf for any style decor. They would also make great bookends on a bookshelf or end table.

Category

Vintage 1920s Italian Neoclassical Bookends

Materials

Wood, Paint

Petite 19th Century French Bronze Statue

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H 8 in W 7.5 in D 3.25 in

Petite 19th Century French Bronze Statue

Located in Highwood, IL

Very well executed and detailed, the scale makes it perfect for a desktop, bookshelf, or end table.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Sterling and Crystal Hawkes Urn

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H 12 in Dm 4 in

Sterling and Crystal Hawkes Urn

By Steuben Hawkes

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The cut-glass pattern are oval ridges in a geometrical design; definitely not old-fashioned but classic and timeless. Gorge for an end-table, powder room or bookshelf filled with you...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Pair of 1950's American Ebonized Bookshelf End Table Bases

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H 38.5 in W 27 in D 10 in

Pair of 1950's American Ebonized Bookshelf End Table Bases

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of 1950's American ebonized low and narrow bookcase form end tables with two shelves and a finial top on one side.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Jacques Adnet Bookshelf

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H 21.5 in W 30.5 in D 19.5 in

Jacques Adnet Bookshelf

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Handsome oak magazine / book table by Jacques Adnet. Rectangular form with slatted grooved top, inverted "U" shaped leg structure at both ends and "L" shaped bookshelves on both si...

Category

Vintage 1940s French End Tables

Materials

Oak

19th C. Gilt Wood Fragment on Iron Base

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H 19.5 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

19th C. Gilt Wood Fragment on Iron Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This would be great on an end table or bookshelf for display.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Obelisks

Materials

Iron

Eames ESU First Series

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H 32.5 in W 24 in D 16 in

Eames ESU First Series

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Incredibly versatile as this can be used as a bookshelf, end table, nightstand, etc. A classic design and highly collectible piece of design history.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Eames ESU Second Series

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H 28 in W 24 in D 16 in

Eames ESU Second Series

By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Incredibly versatile as this can be used as a bookshelf, end table, nightstand, etc. A classic design and highly collectible piece of design history.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Sterling and Crystal Urn

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H 11 in Dm 4.5 in

Sterling and Crystal Urn

By T. G. Hawkes & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A beautiful piece, empty or filled on an end table, powder room, bookshelf or and other area that needs to be dressed up.

Category

Vintage 1910s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Pair of Painter Bookshelf/Tables

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H 27 in W 26 in D 12 in

Pair of Painter Bookshelf/Tables

Located in London, GB

Pair of Early 20th Century bookself/tables in original paint.

Category

Early 20th Century English End Tables

#3382 End table /magazine or bookshelf

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H 25.75 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in

#3382 End table /magazine or bookshelf

Located in New York, NY

End table with open shelves for books,magazines and or decorative objects. Square shape with clipped corners,which makes the piece appear lighter.

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Five-Piece Stick Wicker Set

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Five-Piece Stick Wicker Set

Located in Sheffield, MA

Level ottoman & 2-tier end table with bookshelf ends & glass over wood top.

Category

Early 20th Century American Living Room Sets

Materials

Reed

1950s Rattan Bookshelf End Tables Part of a Larger Paul Frankl Seating Group

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H 23 in W 24 in D 10 in

1950s Rattan Bookshelf End Tables Part of a Larger Paul Frankl Seating Group

By Paul Frankl

Located in Denver, CO

A pair of narrow, armrest height 2-tiered shelves of rattan and mahogany are commonly used as lamp tables or bookshelves with the Paul Frankl rattan seating group. Very nice, un-r...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Rattan

Stick Wicker/Rattan Table

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H 25 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in

Stick Wicker/Rattan Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

Unusual Stick Wicker bookshelf/end table in original honey-toned natural stained finish with black painted wood top & shelf surfaces.

Category

Early 20th Century American End Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Bauhaus Etragere by Emile Guyot for Thonet, Circa 1930s

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H 38.98 in W 38.98 in D 14.18 in

Bauhaus Etragere by Emile Guyot for Thonet, Circa 1930s

By Emile Guyot, Mücke & Melder

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

Thanks to its versatile shape, it is ideal for a side or end table, as a small bookshelf, as a plant holder or even as a bar.

Category

Early 20th Century European Bauhaus Shelves

Materials

Steel

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Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

$4,554 / set

H 28.5 in W 26 in D 26 in

Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Large Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Two-Piece Sectional Sofa, Labeled

$7,500

H 28.5 in W 143 in D 87 in

Large Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Two-Piece Sectional Sofa, Labeled

By Harvey Probber

Located in St. Louis, MO

Large Mid-Century Modern 1950s Harvey Probber two-piece sectional sofa with mahogany tapered legs. Sofa has original fabric, it needs to be reupholstered and foam replaced. There is ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Mahogany

Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Rosewood Vanity for Aksel Kjersgaard

$3,720Sale Price|20% Off

H 44.5 in W 46.25 in D 16.88 in

Kai Kristiansen Danish Modern Rosewood Vanity for Aksel Kjersgaard

By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen

Located in New Windsor, NY

Kai Kristiansen designed rosewood vanity/dressing table by Ansel Kjersgaard featuring a finely figured rosewood veneers, removable tri-fold mirror, beveled edge legs, three drawers w...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vanities

Materials

Brass

Restored T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 12-Drawer Dresser Blue/Mahogany

$12,499

H 44.5 in W 67 in D 20 in

Restored T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 12-Drawer Dresser Blue/Mahogany

By John Foskett & John Stewart, Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by American design legend T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, this dresser was made by Widdicomb for distribution by John Stuart Inc. Typical of pieces by these groups, the constructio...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Paul Frankl 10 Drawer Lacquered Dresser in Sundried Tomato c. 1950

$9,800

H 32 in W 72 in D 20 in

Paul Frankl 10 Drawer Lacquered Dresser in Sundried Tomato c. 1950

By Paul Frankl

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Iconic Paul Frankl 10-drawer chest with freshly polished brass X pulls, refinished and shown in Sun Dried Tomato Red Lacquer from Frankl's Debonair Collection for Johnson Furniture. ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

$5,500

H 27.5 in W 85 in D 31 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa, 1950s

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Hamburg, PA

A classic Bracket Back Sofa #5497 by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Edward Wormley always saw furniture as expressions of personality and as a paired-down concept for detail of architect...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker End Table

$3,800

H 22 in W 26.5 in D 26.5 in

Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker End Table

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant Klismos leg end table, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker, American, circa 1960s. This table is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice of co...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

$4,200 / set

H 22.25 in Dm 27 in

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Middlesex, NJ

Pair of Edward Wormley Side Tables for Dunbar

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

$4,560Sale Price|22% Off

H 29 in W 63 in D 20 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Credenza

By Edward Wormley

Located in Pasadena, TX

Elegantly crafted credenza made of walnut. Credenza features distinctive half moon drawer and door pulls.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Mid Century End Tables

$3,530 / set

H 26 in W 26 in D 20 in

Pair of Mid Century End Tables

Located in Westwood, NJ

Featuring a smooth top and a sculpted apron adorned with a sleek brass accent. Made from Acacia to ensure durability and a rich, luxurious espresso finish. The tapered, slightly fla...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Dunbar Parsons End Table by Edward Wormley

$1,250

H 22.25 in W 23.75 in D 23.75 in

Dunbar Parsons End Table by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in St. Louis, MO

Edward Wormley for Dunbar end table.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Side End Table

$1,995

H 24.5 in W 21.5 in D 21.5 in

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Mid Century Side End Table

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Paul McCobb for calvin linear mid century side end table This table is 21.5 wide x 21.5 deep x 24.5 inches tall All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vint...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

Early Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair, Model 4346

$8,800

H 30 in W 32 in D 28 in

Early Ib Kofod-Larsen Lounge Chair, Model 4346

By Frits Hansen/Soren Hansen, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early and rare lounge chair by Ib Kofod-Larsen Model 4346 for Frits Hansen, Denmark. Signature sculpted solid teak exposed frame making the chair both eye catching and structurally s...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Upholstery, Teak

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dark Finished Wooden Two Tier End / Side Table

$9,500

H 27 in W 25.25 in D 25.25 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dark Finished Wooden Two Tier End / Side Table

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century two-tier dark finished wooden end / side table with a square top with a shallow gallery above a lower shelf containing a single drawer supported by two reverse t...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Wood

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dark Wooden Open Frame End / Side Tables

$11,000 / set

H 22 in W 22 in D 14 in

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Dark Wooden Open Frame End / Side Tables

By Edward Wormley

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Mid-Century dark wood end / side tables with rectangular tops with rounded corners, pedestal bases, and an open frame design. (EDWARD WORMLEY FOR DUNBAR FURNITURE CO...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

$18,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 28 in W 90.5 in D 32 in

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Bracket Back Sofa in Mohair

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully updated and restored. The iconic bracket back sofa by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This has been reupholstered in a stunning high-quality mohair from "The Sign". This sofa ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Mohair, Mahogany

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End Table Bookshelf For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the end table bookshelf you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An end table bookshelf — often made from wood, metal and oak — can elevate any home. There are 11 variations of the antique or vintage end table bookshelf you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the end table bookshelf you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each end table bookshelf bearing mid-century modern, Art Nouveau or Empire hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made end table bookshelf over the years, but those crafted by Andy Warhol, Milo Baughman and Dunbar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for an end table bookshelf can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $150 and can go as high as $22,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,695.

Questions About End Table Bookshelf

What are end tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.
How high are end tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
How high end tables are varies. Most pieces are 18 to 24 inches tall. To ensure easy access to the tabletop from a sofa or chair, choose a table that is within 2 inches of the height of its arm. For example, if your sofa's arm is 20 inches tall, you could choose a table between 18 and 22 inches in height. Shop a wide range of end tables on 1stDibs.
What are end tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the average size of an end table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.
What are bedroom end tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for an end table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
The best height for an end table depends on the sofa or chair beside it. Generally, an end table should be around 3 inches shorter than the arm. A table that is the same height as the arm may also work, but avoid buying tables that are higher than the arm because taller pieces could make it hard to reach objects stored on the tabletops. On 1stDibs, shop a range of end tables.
What can I use instead of an end table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.
What are the tables at the end of couches called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What the tables at the end of couches are called can vary. However, the most common name for tables in this position is end table. You may also see them referred to as side tables, accent tables or occasional tables. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of end tables.
Do end tables need to match coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.
What is the end chair called for a dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Should end tables be higher or lower than a couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Generally, end tables should be about the same height as the arm of your couch. When the tables aren't significantly taller or shorter, you can reach the tabletop to access items or switch on a lamp with greater ease. Shop a range of end tables on 1stDibs.
What’s the difference between a nightstand and an end table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The difference between a nightstand and an end table is their location: A nightstand is in a bedroom, while an end table is in a living area.

Find end tables on 1stDibs.