For a standard sofa, that's around 25 inches, but get out the measuring tape to be sure (I did, and it's a good thing -- the arms on mine hit 28 inches). Most end tables are between 22 and 30 inches.

Initially popular during the Art Deco era, the curvy couch made a comeback in the 1950s and now is doing so again.

If the table is too tall, it will loom over the sofa. If it's too short, it will be dwarfed by the sofa. Picking a lamp for your end table is like picking art: It has to speak to you.

Lamps that hang over the couch (but don’t interfere with the decor style) will keep your workspace illuminated for peak productivity. Editor’s picks The 100 Best TV Episodes of All Time ...

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A rectangle or oval coffee table is a classic table but it doesn’t always work with every couch. Long, straight couches or larger U-shaped sections are where these coffee tables shine.