This post is sponsored by Wayfair
I’ve always loved the look of a console table — it’s one of those small design choices that can completely change a room. It adds height, depth, and a place to style coffee table books (without junking up the place). Recently, I went on the hunt for the perfect one for our living room, and in the process, I discovered so many good options at Wayfair. Whether you’re adding a console table behind a sofa, in a small entryway, or in a narrow hallway, there’s a console table out there that will fit like it was made for it.
When I was hunting for a console table for behind our sofa, my checklist was simple: narrow enough (under 12″) to tuck neatly in place, but long enough to feel intentional. If you have a standard sofa — somewhere between 72–96″ — look for a console table with similar dimensions. Ideally, it’s the same length or just a few inches shorter so you’re leaving a little breathing room on each end.
For smaller sofas or loveseats (typically 48–72″), the same rules apply — just scaled down. And if your sofa “floats” in the middle of the room with its back open to a space, you can get a little more creative. Bonus points for pretty legs, since that’s the part you’ll actually see peeking out from behind the sofa. Because of the length, these tend to run on the pricier side.
When you’re outfitting a hallway or entryway with a console table, consider a console with storage, like drawers or a shelf, which can be super functional in an open layout, allowing you to store odds and ends out of sight.
I love that Wayfair lets you filter for length, width, and depth. You can zero in on exactly what you need — whether that’s a traditional wood table with turned legs or a sleek, modern option with hidden storage. I’ve rounded up my favorites below so you can skip the hours of scrolling and go straight to the good stuff. I can’t wait to see what coffee table books you stack on yours!
Where is the console able shown in the photo room picture. I don’t see it on the list.
It’s currently sold out, but we do have other similar options linked!
If you have a L shaped couch and one side is against a wall and the shorter side is “floating”, would you still do a console table behind the wall-side?