Tips for accent tables

by guestpost on October 7, 2009

If you have an accent table or are looking at purchasing one but aren’t quite sure what to do with it, here are a few tips.  First, think about the kind of accent tables you want or have.  Is something simple in your taste or do you like more elaborate designs?  Accent tables that are very ornate or beautiful work well for display of another beautiful piece of home decoration.  This includes vases, small sculptures, antique books, houseplants and flower arrangements.  Simple accent tables can also work as a display element but often get overshadowed by a very ornate decoration.  These simpler accent tables can work well as functional pieces where you can set drinks or books.  If you want to make an accent table look more elaborate than it is, you can cover it with a decorative piece of fabric or lace.  This looks great underneath a houseplant in a beautiful pot.  Longer accent tables look fantastic with a collection of antique books supported by decorative bookends.  This is a wonderful detail to a living room or office area.  Accent tables also make great places to display your favorite framed photos.  Very well designed, beautiful accent tables do not necessarily need anything on top of them at all, looking great beneath a mirror or painting hung on the wall.  There are so many uses for accent tables that you’re sure to find the perfect way to utilize yours.

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