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John Paul Set of 2 Accent Tables - Brown, Glass by Rue La La
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John Paul Set of 2 Accent Tables - Brown, Glass

$254.99 $293.99

Luxe Glass Side Table - Steel by Rue La La
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Luxe Glass Side Table - Steel

$199.99 $480

Sonoma 26in Round End Table - Grey, Reclaimed Pine by Rue La La
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Sonoma 26in Round End Table - Grey, Reclaimed Pine

$694.99 $944.90

Luana Pineapple Top Accent Table - Gold by Rue La La
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Luana Pineapple Top Accent Table - Gold

$89.99 $237.12

Klaus Side Table - Concrete, Black by Rue La La
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Klaus Side Table - Concrete, Black

$219.99 $306

Square Accent Table - Grey, Glass by Rue La La
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Square Accent Table - Grey, Glass

$259.99 $498

Bowie 2-Piece Nesting End Table Set - Natural Brown, Rattan by Rue La La
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Bowie 2-Piece Nesting End Table Set - Natural Brown, Rattan

$179.99 $360

Langston Square Side Table - Antiqued Gray Oak, MDF by Rue La La
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Langston Square Side Table - Antiqued Gray Oak, MDF

$149.99 $243.75

Spectrum Round Accent Table - Dark Grey, Rubberwood by Rue La La
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Spectrum Round Accent Table - Dark Grey, Rubberwood

$59.99 $115

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3-Piece Metal Glass Nest Tables - Gold, Black by Rue La La
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3-Piece Metal Glass Nest Tables - Gold, Black

$159.99 $280

Gaia Round Side Table - Black by Rue La La
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Gaia Round Side Table - Black

$89.99 $150

Apex Concrete Accent Table - White, Brass by Rue La La
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Apex Concrete Accent Table - White, Brass

$244.99 $387

Tintas Round Table - Gold, Aluminum by Rue La La
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Tintas Round Table - Gold, Aluminum

$506.99 $682.50

Set of 2 Accent Tables - Gold by Rue La La
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Set of 2 Accent Tables - Gold

$169.99 $274.50

Merrill Square Accent Table - Brown, Teakwood by Rue La La
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Merrill Square Accent Table - Brown, Teakwood

$149.99 $350

Abstract Wavy Accent Table with X-Shaped Base - Black by Rue La La
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Abstract Wavy Accent Table with X-Shaped Base - Black

$104.99 $157

Winston Accent Table - White, Marble by Rue La La
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Winston Accent Table - White, Marble

$243.99 $305.25

Noelia 3-Tier Accent Table - Black by Rue La La
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Noelia 3-Tier Accent Table - Black

$107 $429.58

Gio Round Accent Table - Black, Metal by Rue La La
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Gio Round Accent Table - Black, Metal

$49.99 $108

Greenwich Square Side Table - Blackened Bronze, Glass by Rue La La
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Greenwich Square Side Table - Blackened Bronze, Glass

$179.99 $300

Glynn Accent Table - Cream, Wood by Rue La La
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Glynn Accent Table - Cream, Wood

$79.98 $207

Set of 3 Leaf Accent Tables with Tripod Legs - Silver, Aluminum by Rue La La
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Set of 3 Leaf Accent Tables with Tripod Legs - Silver, Aluminum

$224.99 $393

Tarsal Round Side Table - Gold, Aluminum by Rue La La
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Tarsal Round Side Table - Gold, Aluminum

$372.99 $503.50

Metal Side Table - Gold by Rue La La
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Metal Side Table - Gold

$399.99 $475.50

Edwards Acrylic Accent Table - Turquoise by Rue La La
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Edwards Acrylic Accent Table - Turquoise

$329.99 $777

Neptune 2 Drawer Side Table - White, Wood by Rue La La
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Neptune 2 Drawer Side Table - White, Wood

$429.99 $1,026

Rectangle Stool - White, Pine by Rue La La
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Rectangle Stool - White, Pine

$89.99 $156

Metal Glass Side Table - Gold, Marble by Rue La La
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Metal Glass Side Table - Gold, Marble

$559.99 $655.50

Set of 3 Ribbed Drum Accent Tables - Gold, Metal by Rue La La
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Set of 3 Ribbed Drum Accent Tables - Gold, Metal

$279.99 $487.50

Benecarlo Square Accent Table with Drawer - Natural, Rubber Wood by Rue La La
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Benecarlo Square Accent Table with Drawer - Natural, Rubber Wood

$169.99 $404

Cube Shaped Accent Table - Clear, Acrylic by Rue La La
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Cube Shaped Accent Table - Clear, Acrylic

$139.99 $246

Senshi Round End Table - Brass by Rue La La
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Senshi Round End Table - Brass

$495.99 $645

Coromio End Table - Light Grey, Paper Veneer by Rue La La
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Coromio End Table - Light Grey, Paper Veneer

$139.99 $321.60

Angle Round Side Table - Polished Nickel, Steel by Rue La La
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Angle Round Side Table - Polished Nickel, Steel

$429.99 $621

Abraham + Ivy Rocco Nesting Side Table Set - Gold, Glass by Rue La La
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Abraham + Ivy Rocco Nesting Side Table Set - Gold, Glass

$169.99 $281.25

Simon Round End Table - White, Coconut Shell by Rue La La
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Simon Round End Table - White, Coconut Shell

$229.99 $495

Winthrop Rectangular Side Table - Gunmetal Gray, Steel by Rue La La
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Winthrop Rectangular Side Table - Gunmetal Gray, Steel

$139.99 $225

Floral Metal Plant Stand with Wheels - Cream by Rue La La
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Floral Metal Plant Stand with Wheels - Cream

$149.99 $340

Elephant Carving Accent Table - Brown, Mango Wood by Rue La La
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Elephant Carving Accent Table - Brown, Mango Wood

$74.98 $129

Monocroma Side Table - Black Silver, Aluminum by Rue La La
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Monocroma Side Table - Black Silver, Aluminum

$472.99 $638.50

Set of 3 Rectangle Storage Baskets with Handles - Tan, Seagrass by Rue La La
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Set of 3 Rectangle Storage Baskets with Handles - Tan, Seagrass

$54.99 $92.50

Lyle Accent Table - Distressed White, Pine by Rue La La
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Lyle Accent Table - Distressed White, Pine

$59.99 $188.84

Portman End Tables - Bronze, Iron by Rue La La
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Portman End Tables - Bronze, Iron

$712.99 $962.50

Surya Parkdale Accent Table - Charcoal by Rue La La
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Surya Parkdale Accent Table - Charcoal

$117 $470

Jonah End Table with Drawers - Brown, Pine Wood by Rue La La
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Jonah End Table with Drawers - Brown, Pine Wood

$149.99 $300

Greta Round Accent Table - Silver, Pine by Rue La La
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Greta Round Accent Table - Silver, Pine

$114.99 $276

Luminous Confluence Side Table - Beige, Travertine by Rue La La
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Luminous Confluence Side Table - Beige, Travertine

$284.99 $425

Geometric Drum Accent Table with Hexagon Pattern - Silver by Rue La La
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Geometric Drum Accent Table with Hexagon Pattern - Silver

$74.98 $255.50

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Frequently Asked Questions

Match the height of the couch or chair arm, or go up to 2 inches lower, which is usually 20–26 inches. That keeps drinks within easy reach and puts a lamp at a comfortable reading height. A table much higher than the arm feels awkward to use, while one much lower means leaning over every time you set something down.

It is an umbrella term for small, movable tables used as needed: end tables, nesting tables, accent tables and drink tables. American retailers more often say accent or end table, while occasional table is common in British and European catalogs. In practice, it is the table you pull beside a guest's chair or carry out to the patio.

No. Mismatched end tables on either side of a couch often look more collected, as long as their heights are close. Connect them with one shared detail, such as a repeated finish, color or a pair of matching lamps. Matching pairs suit symmetrical, formal rooms, especially when the sofa faces a fireplace or a large window.

Every seat should have a surface within arm's reach. That usually means one at each end of the couch and one beside each accent chair. In small spaces, a C-table that slides over the couch arm serves one seat without taking up any extra floor. In open layouts, make sure the end tables don't block the path between seats.

For a drink and a phone, 12–16 inches across is plenty. If the table will also hold a lamp, allow at least 18 inches so the lamp base and a cup fit comfortably. Stability matters as much as size: narrow pedestal bases can tip if leaned on, so look for a heavy or wide base.

For small spaces and anyone who entertains, yes. A set of two or three gives you one table day to day and extra surfaces for guests, then tucks back into one footprint. Check that the legs slide past each other smoothly and that the tops resist water rings and heat, since the smaller tables usually end up holding drinks.