The Marble Coffee Table

A marble coffee table can be a durable and elegant addition to any home, and can match any decorating style ranging from traditional to contemporary. They not only look great, but are extremely versatile and durable. This piece can easily become the focal point of any living room, accented with candles, vases, coffee table books and more.

Also, just because they are marble does not mean they are going to overwhelm the room. They come in a variety of sizes and shapes ranging from rectangular, square, oval, round and even more exotic shapes including octagon. While it will be easier to find traditional shapes, sizes and styles in furniture stores you can expand your search to the internet to find exactly what you are looking for.

A marble coffee table is composes visions of a smooth, sleek and elegant style. But the designs and styling of marble have come a long way in comparison to antique styles. Table top designs of today can range from the traditional marble look, with color variations and veins to solid colors able to match any style or design. Also, solid colors of marble table tops have an added element of versatility if the overall theme of a room is changed – and can easily convert from traditional to contemporary, and back again.

Also, there are different ways the coffee table top can be fit onto the base and legs. Tables with inlaid edges are contained within the design of the piece. Tops that fit directly onto the legs can have a variety of styled edges, including simple and carved. The style of the legs can also influence the visual impact of the table top – since the legs don’t have to be traditionally styled, but replaced by simple geometric shapes supporting the center.

Even though they are more expensive than what you may find in a generalized store or cheaper coffee tables in furniture stores, the durability of a marble coffee table makes u for the increase in price. When properly maintained, this type of coffee table will last for years – and will probably outlast your existing pieces of furniture. Unless they are on sale, expect to pay at least $200 for a basic design – and the larger the piece, the higher the price tag. Costs will also increase based on the type and coloration of marble used for the table top. If buying in store is out of your price range, consider searching garage sales, consignment stores, auctions and online websites – with a little bit of time and patience, you can fine the coffee table you want at a price you can afford. If you order a coffee table on the internet make sure to take shipping and sales tax into consideration. Marble is extremely heavy, and may incur additional shipping fees or sellers may require on-site pick up.

While they are durable and resistant to damage, caring for your coffee table can be a bit of a challenge. Marble is a porous material and can be stained easily – so always use care when placing food or beverage on the surface.

When looking for a new coffee table, marble may not be the first choice that comes to mind. However with they variety of sizes, styles and colors available it is defiantly worth considering. The right table can create a beautiful focal point for any living room, and can change to fit your decorating needs.