When we're at home, most of us clock a good amount of time on the couch. So you'd better have a coffee table in front of you that's as good looking as it is useful. And unless you took a risk with a bold, statement sofa, your coffee table can become the focal point of the room, so make it a stylish one. A table you're happy looking at it day in and day out. Plus, if you're redesigning your place on a budget, investing in a new living room coffee table is an efficient and affordable way to make a big impact with only a minor swap. We scoured the web for the best options under $500, all available to be shipped right to your door.
Article, $299
The top pops up to reveal hidden storage and provide a sturdy surface for work or dinner
West Elm, $599 / $479.99
Multi-Functional
The top pops up to reveal hidden storage and provide a sturdy surface for work or dinner.
Crafted from a real slice of richly-grained teak root
World Market, $219.99 / $153.99
Natural Edge
Crafted from a real slice of richly-grained teak root.
Edgemod, $162.99
Perfect for tight spaces, this round glass-topped table is easy to walk around
Nate Berkus for Target, $174.99
Compact Design
Perfect for tight spaces, this round glass-topped table is easy to walk around.
Langley Street, $239.99
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If you've got a ring stain left by a wet glass, mix equal parts non-gel toothpaste and baking soda. Rub the paste into the wood, parallel to the grain. After the mixture sits, wipe clean with a rag and buff with furniture polish and the circle should be gone.