The rule of thumb is that its surface area should be equal to or just below the height of the sofa arms.
End table taller than sofa arm.
Pairing a couch and end table.
For example if the sofa s arm is 22 tall a proper end table can be anywhere from 20 24 tall.
Seat cushions usually measure between 15 and 22 inches high.
It s not a good.
The end table is not taller than the sofa arm and never should be that looks awkward because the table top is above the sofa arm.
End tables should be within two inches of a sofa s arm height.
20 inch end table height is a deal breaker in.
For a standard sofa that s around 25 inches but get out the measuring tape to be sure i did and it s a good thing the arms on mine hit 28 inches.
Most end tables are between 22 and 30 inches.
For rooms with an oversized couch or loveseat it s probably best to get a bulkier end table to fit with the larger furniture already occupying the space.
Pros here are that i d have the unique end tables that i love and finding a new sofa might be easier than finding new end tables i love get both and deal with the height difference.
The standard height for an end table is 24 inches high.
This height allows the end table to stand right next to the sofa and line up with the sofa arm.
What i d love your advice on is if the 28 inch arm height vs.
Average sofa arm heights range between 24 and 32 inches.
If you absolutely love an end table and its height keeps it within two inches of your sofa arms it should work in your space.
Alternately pairing a minimalist end table with a room full of ornate attention grabbing furniture can be the perfect combination of styles.