Side table and console table dimensions
Side tables 18-24 inches; consoles 60-80 long, 12-16 deep. Heights match the cushion or the sofa back.
2 min readUpdated 2026-06-10
In this guide
- 1
Side / end table
Width: 18-24 inches. Common: 20. Depth: 18-24 inches. Height: 22-26 inches — within 1-2 inches of the sofa arm height.
- 2
Console table (behind sofa)
Length: 60-80 inches — slightly shorter than the sofa. Depth: 12-16 inches. Height: 30-34 inches — top should match or sit just below sofa back.
- 3
Entryway console
Length: 36-60 inches. Depth: 10-18 inches. Height: 30-36 inches.
Frequently asked questions
What's the standard side table size?
18-24 inches wide and deep × 22-26 tall. Height matches the sofa arm.
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