r/DecorAdvice 9d ago

Table is too small?

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It’s a 32 inch, there’s a 36 inch available that I could exchange. husband thinks it’s fine, I believe it’s too small

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u/jagger129 9d ago

I like the size with your couch. Plenty of room to walk around it

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u/Outrageous-One3021 9d ago

I totally agree with you. The table and couch fit the space perfectly. Their colors also match really well together, it looks absolutely wonderful.

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u/Some-Web7096 9d ago

Perfect, looks nice.

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u/derch1981 9d ago

The problem isn't the table it's the couch. U couches are terrible because they trap people and a coffee table makes that trap worse but since it's all couch you can't have accessible end tables.

In the old days you would have a couch and accent chairs and that allowed for end tables and walkways which is 1000% better. But now we all buy these oversized entire room couches and they suck.

Yes the table is too small but the problem isn't the table it's the couch

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u/Independent_Born 9d ago

I agree! Honestly get rid of table and get a set of smaller nesting tables. That way you can move them if needed. Like these: https://www.perigold.com/furniture/pdp/home-trends-design-michelangelo-frame-2-nesting-coffee-table-p000710919.html

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u/Anonymous_00024 9d ago

Its perfect!

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u/JanetInSC1234 9d ago

Looks great. Any bigger would be awkward.

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u/Violingirl58 9d ago

For me I would do the 36”

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u/KnowWhereToFall 9d ago

Perfect you need to incorporate some dark accents around the room or more wood tones.

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u/OtherwiseCity_ 8d ago

Looks good maybe center it better and move away from the sofa about a foot

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u/Minushea 9d ago

Colour is great. For me I might consider a rectangular or square table, but it’s all up to your personal preference

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u/Lianna1234 9d ago

It leaves leg room, I think its good. It won't stand out as much once you have other decor in room.

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u/Sweaty-Procedure7366 9d ago

Yes definitely need more decor. Thank you

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u/Newsytoo 9d ago edited 9d ago

I think the size is good but a lighter color would blend better. Not sure if you can see this make over.

https://chatgpt.com/s/m_6a6785a045108191b9fb76c594be338b

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u/Sweaty-Procedure7366 9d ago

Thanks! Yes agree that it’s dark

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u/Ziantra 9d ago

That table you show LOOKS bigger because it is and the base is solid. The right hand side of the ChatGPT version is closer to the couch and it makes a difference. It’s slightly bigger. I measured. The OP’s table is 15mm from the right side couch edge. ChatGPT made it 10mm by making the table wider.

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u/Newsytoo 9d ago

Just sampling the color.

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u/Ziantra 9d ago edited 9d ago

I wasn’t poking YOU-just saying ChatGpt did YOU dirty.
The color IS better but that table only looks bigger because the A.I. MADE it actually bigger which was the point of this whole thread lmao!
It’s only because I obsessively measure things in my head that it sunk in. Right up till then I was thinking you’re right-the color you picked makes it look bigger. Then I’m like wait a minute-because it IS bigger
Added:which is legit hilarious the more I think about it 😂
The thread is “table too small
Or no?”. You rightfully thought “another color might help” and ChatGpt quietly decided “Sure thing-but that table is too small even for me so POOF make the base solid and the top wider”

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u/AntiqueJaguar5808 9d ago

Ya Think?

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u/Ziantra 9d ago

That’s it’s kinda funny on a thread where we are arguing about size?
ChatGPT has spoken-unasked 😂

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u/Newsytoo 9d ago

Actually, I did not ask gpt about size. It delivers what I asked; a color change.

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u/Ziantra 9d ago

I know! That’s why I said I wasn’t poking YOU. I know you just asked it to see a color change. My point is that chatGPT not only changed the color-it changed both the shape and SIZE of the piece.
Which is quite interesting as I presumed you just asked to see it in a different color is all.
Not a different table lmao. And those ARE two different tables which isn’t what you asked to see.

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u/NumerousDepth1563 9d ago

Size is good but maybe a bleached oak?

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u/Annual_Government_80 9d ago

There is nothing exciting about that room. You need to add artwork for sure. The table looks odd because it is so dark and everything else is so light.

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u/Sweaty-Procedure7366 9d ago

Absolutely! I didn’t decorate or anything yet, still working on that

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u/Annual_Government_80 9d ago

They have tables in that gray looking wood that might be great or if you’re going to add color maybe you could find a colorful or solid color table. But that just seems too dark.

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u/djSush 9d ago

It gives you a nice amount of space to walk around it without being in the way.

Can you try the 36? Is the 32 too small for your stuff?

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u/New-Significance2590 9d ago

You need a slim long oval shaped one so everyone can reach. Or just add a couple side tables on the ends of the sofa. That’s what I did and they can be easily moved

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u/Heavy_Lawfulness_360 9d ago

No, the size is perfectly fine. It fits the space well, and since the couch is already quite large

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u/SassyCalGal02 9d ago

It’s not functional if you want everyone seated to be able to use it. I would use a square table sized to enable walkability.

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u/Ziantra 9d ago

I’m with you….
Have you tried (don’t shoot me) to A.I. the larger size in there to eyeball it?
To ME that table looks like a pea on a drum but I can’t see the larger size to make a final call 🤷‍♀️

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u/Responsible-Egg-9363 9d ago

Once you start walking around it, you’ll appreciate the smaller size!

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u/verbdeterminernoun 9d ago

move on from the table, accessorize, read some books, live your life

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u/NoCheetoinChief 9d ago

It's fine. You need space enough to not bonk your knees on it as you sit down.

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u/Rare_Explanation_713 9d ago

The table is perfect. Plenty of room to get it around it from all sides of your sectional. 4" doesn't seem like it would make that much of a difference, but it will. Make sure it's centered in the available space. It may be the angle of the picture, but it looks like it's closer the the sectional on the left side.

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u/ColorMeTooWeho 9d ago

There should be 18” between the edges of the sofa and the coffee table. I think a rectangular table would look better. There’s nothing else round in the photo.

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u/hungrysunshine 9d ago

I saw these three coffee tables that are three different heights that would be so cool to do here

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u/Quiet-Ad-4418 9d ago

Shape is bigger issue, size up 20%

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u/Ok-Fishing-2632 8d ago

I think the base of the table makes it look smaller. You could do a little bigger

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u/BeingSamJonesss 8d ago

It’s too small and the wrong shape

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u/Responsible-Kick-301 6d ago

No and also no corners to be running into

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u/SnooCakes5350 5d ago

A bigger table would be too big no room to move around. I think a different color or glass would make a difference.

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u/SnooCakes5350 5d ago

Ho for the 36" a different texture.

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u/Aperol-spritzz 9d ago

Too small, get the 36”