Console Table Size Guide: How to Choose the Right Console Table for Your Home

Choosing the right size console table can make all the difference to how your space looks and functions. Whether you're furnishing a hallway, styling a living room or creating a feature over or in front of a radiator, selecting the right dimensions will ensure your console table feels perfectly proportioned.

In this guide, we'll explain the standard dimensions of console tables and how to choose the ideal width, depth and height for your home.

Standard Console Table Dimensions

While sizes vary, most console tables fall within these measurements:

• Height: 70–90cm
• Depth: 22–44cm
• Width: 60–150cm

Slim console tables are ideal for narrower hallways, while wider designs create more of a statement in larger rooms.

Choosing the Right Width

The width of your console table should suit the wall it's positioned against.

As a general rule, leave at least 15–30cm of space at either end of the table so it doesn't feel oversized.

For smaller hallways, a console table around 60–100cm wide is often ideal. Larger entranceways and living rooms can comfortably accommodate tables measuring 120–150cm wide.

How Deep Should a Console Table Be?

Depth is one of the most important considerations, particularly in hallways and narrower spaces.

Most console tables measure between 22cm and 44cm deep, providing enough surface space for decorative accessories and everyday essentials without restricting movement. If your hallway is particularly narrow, choosing a slimmer design can help the space feel more open while still providing a practical surface.

Choosing the Right Height

Most console tables are between 70cm and 90cm high, making them comfortable for everyday use while providing the perfect height for table lamps, framed photographs and decorative displays.

If you're placing a mirror or artwork above your console table, leaving around 15–30cm between the tabletop and the bottom of the frame creates a balanced and visually appealing arrangement.

Console Tables Over Radiators

A console table is a great way to make better use of the space over or in front of a radiator, transforming an otherwise unused wall into a practical and stylish feature.

When positioning a console table near a radiator, ensure there is enough clearance for heat to circulate freely and avoid blocking thermostatic radiator valves. Choosing the correct width also helps create a balanced look while maintaining easy access if needed.

Can You Put a Console Table Behind a Sofa?

Yes. A console table placed behind a sofa provides a practical surface for lighting, books and decorative accessories while helping to define open-plan living spaces.

For the best proportions, choose a console table that is similar in height to the back of your sofa or slightly lower. The width should also complement the sofa, rather than extending significantly beyond either end.

Find Your Perfect Console Table

Now that you know the ideal dimensions for your space, it's time to choose a console table that complements your home. Browse our collection of handcrafted wooden console tables, available in a range of sizes and finishes to suit hallways, living rooms and entranceways.

If you can't find exactly what you're looking for, we also offer a bespoke furniture service. Use our customisation tool to create a console table tailored to your exact measurements, ensuring the perfect fit for your space. Whether you need a narrower design for a compact hallway, extra width for a larger room or a specific height to fit over or in front of a radiator, we'll help you create a piece that's made just for you.